Schoolboys.

Sydney Home For

Of interest to those whose sons have to be sent away from home for the purposes of educa tion, is the establishment, at McMahon’s Point,

Sydney, known as “Leddicott” Supplementary School. This home for schoolboys from distant places was opened in May last by the President of the N.S.W. Country Women’s Association, Mrs. M. Sawyer, and has already proved a boon to many parents anxious to place their boys in a home near their school, where they will be looked after during term and holiday time alike.

The atmosphere of “Leddicott” is in many ways unique. There is an absence of the mechanical discipline and cold routine of a boarding-school; there is a feeling of freedom and friendliness; and beneath this there are the visible sign of order, and that quiet but effective discipline so necessary to the proper training of youth.

The boys go daily to their respective schools, and in the evening do their homework under the supervision of the Principal. Mr. E. F.

Whitfeld, B.A., a schoolmaster of many years’ experience. Mrs. Whitfeld, who is a graduaate of the Sydney Kindergarten Training College, sees to it that “Leddicott” does not lack those little touches that distinguish a home from an institution; and the comfort and welfare of the boys are under her care.

The house is set in a delightful old-fashioned garden, running down to the water’s edge, and commanding a magnificent view of the Harbour.

There are at least a dozen schools within easy access; and with the use of a tennis court, and swimming baths only a stone’s throw away, spare time and week-ends may be spent in profitable and pleasant fashion.

An advertisement about “Leddicott” appears in this issue.