The classes in parallel desks (a), and in the squares (b), all face in one direction. Six classes are generally at work in the room, and, when the desks are occupied by three classes, the other classes are placed in the squares farthest removed from them. Class-boxes stand in front of the classes, as at (c). Desks for occasional use are marked (d). The class-rooms are fitted with forms round three sides, and desks which may be raised from the wall when required.

If no class-room is attached to the school, the master might find it very convenient to place the highest class close to his own desk as above; and if the desk were a little raised he would be the better able to overlook the more distant parts of the

3. Plan for an Oblong Schoolroom.

This plan resembles the last, except that the class squares face towards the walls instead of in one direction. This arrangement will give the master the advantage of being able to see the faces of his monitors in whatever part of the room he may be engaged. It will also admit of maps, diagrams, &c., being exhibited on the walls before the classes, without requiring the assistance of easels.