§ Mr. HendryTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills how many children there were in each school year in England in each of the last five years for which figures are available. [17385]
§ Mr. TimmsInformation on the number of pupils in each year group is not collected centrally. Information on the age of pupils in schools is shown in the table.
The Learning and Skills Council (LSC) is responsible for the remaining post-16 learning other than in higher education. I have therefore asked John Harwood, the Council's Chief Executive, to write to my hon. Friend with the information requested and to place a copy of his reply in the Library.
Following the tragic events of 11 September and subsequently we have placed some new guidance for all educational establishments on our departmental website. This reminds establishments to be vigilant for any name calling, racial abuse or bullying and deal with any incidents promptly and sensitively. A copy of the guidance has been sent to the LSC.