He also acknowledged that extenuating circumstances may require slightly larger classes in some cases.

Higher birth rates from 1981 to 1990, plus the explosive growth of special education, which requires smaller classes, have also contributed.

The national curriculum requires special classes on Christian studies from first grade, other religions are vaguely mentioned in social studies.

(Her pupils' learning disabilities are not serious enough to require special-education classes.)

Webster also requires extra classes, referred to as "allied arts."

He requires special classes in school, which makes Theresa feel "a lot of guilt."

Roughly one-third of them require remedial classes before they can enter college-level courses.

The schools already require classes in Bible and Jewish history.

Connecticut and Utah require classes statewide, and half a dozen other states are considering such a regulation.

The bill would require mandatory classes on diversity and tolerance in California school districts.