HC Deb 05 November 1996 vol 284 cc474-5W
Ms Mowlam

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many(a) three-year-olds and (b) four-year-olds are currently in nursery education in Northern Ireland. [1174]

Mr. Ancram

In 1995–96 there were(a) 8,170 three-year-olds; and (b) 12 four-year-olds in nursery education in Northern Ireland.

Ms Mowlam

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many nursery places are currently available in Northern Ireland. [1173]

Mr. Ancram

A total of 6,750 full-time equivalent places are available at grant-aided nursery schools and nursery units attached to grant-aided primary schools.