Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Frank Dobson (Labour), on Monday, 18 February 2008, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 52 members in total.

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FRANK BARNES SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN AND BSL EDUCATION IN LONDON

That this House recognises the importance of ensuring that deaf and hearing-impaired children are educated in British Sign Language (BSL); believes that for many deaf children, BSL will be their lifelong first language and that they have a right to have the national curriculum delivered to them in this language; recognises the outstanding qualities that Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children in Camden has to offer, as highlighted in Ofsted's latest inspection; notes that this is the only school in Greater London offering BSL/English bilingual education for deaf children of primary age and that it educates children from 16 different London boroughs; is concerned about Frank Barnes' ability to continue to deliver its unique education in London if the school is relocated; and calls for this excellent provision to continue in accordance with the wishes of the pupils, parents, Governors, staff and supporters of the school.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

928 

Session

2007-08

Other sponsors

Lord Bruce of Bennachie

Glenda Jackson

Tom Levitt

Alistair Carmichael

John Barrett

Subjects

Schools Special educational needs

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk