National Curriculum (Exempt Schools) (Hansard, 13 January 1997)

HC Deb 13 January 1997 vol 288 cc73-4W 74W

§ Dr. Howells
To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment which schools are exempt from the national curriculum; and if she will make a statement. [9970]

§ Mrs. Gillan
Independent schools, non-maintained special schools, maintained special schools established in hospitals, and pupil referral units are the only schools which do not have to follow the national curriculum.