Discusses reasons outlined by the Ministry of Labour (England) concerning bias toward domestic education curriculum. States females grew dissatisfied with domestic employment during 1919-1939, but education curricula retained its domestic focus. Points out females were held back from acquiring male dominated jobs during a downturned economy. (KDR)

Describes the establishment of British educational settlements, how they differed from better known social settlements, and how emphasis on education and non-residence set them apart from older institutions. Discusses the relationship of educational settlements among existing adult education facilities and Quaker colleges. (KDR)