HC Deb 27 February 1986 vol 92 c641W
Mr. Greenway

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what information he has as to the number of pupils in sixth forms at independent schools; what percentage this is of the total number of pupils in sixth forms; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Dunn

In January 1985 there were 66,084 pupils aged 16 years and over in independent schools in England. This represents 17.5 per cent. of all pupils aged 16 and over in maintained secondary and independent schools.