…be attempted; at present the exercises in Dictation and Composition are prepared too much beforehand. The Infants in the main are effectively taught and respond satisfactorily when questioned. The object lessons are too laboured and not sufficiently conversational in character. The scheme of drawing needs re-consideration. Finer work and more careful observation should be insisted on in clay modelling exercises.

· Jas. W. Mitchell, Clerk to Managers

Premises:
The temporary premises of both Departments show distinct signs of wear and it is to be hoped that the erection of permanent buildings will be commenced at an early date.