Children at School

Synopsis

The entire field of British juvenile education is covered, including experiments being conducted in progressive schools. The nursery school idea is explained and the Dalton Plan and Montessori theories examined. Problem of classroom overcrowding is also dealt with. The film is of historical interest.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Film; Film. 16mm. sd. b&w. 20 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1938

Availability

Hire

Uses

Students of the history of education. Postgraduates.

Keywords

documentary films; nursery education; primary education

Credits

Director

Basil Wright

Producer

John Grierson

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Production Company

Name

Realist Film Unit

Distributor

Name

BFI Film Bookings Unit

Email

bookings.films@bfi.org.uk

Web

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Phone

020 7957 8938 / 8935

Address

21 Stephen Street
London
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