An impression of a day at an average primary school. The main theme is the relationship which develops between child and teacher during early education. Sequences of classroom and individual instruction, improvised play acting, indoor and outdoor recreation, illustrate the well balanced curriculum provided. Intended to help parents towards an understanding of their children’s school activities.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321520
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Education of children
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Social interaction in children
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Classroom management
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Education - Study and teaching
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Education of children
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Education, Primary
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → School children
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → School environment
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Education of children
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → School children
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Social interaction in children
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → School children
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)