Schoodays Collection

Eton, Tidies (b / w photo)
3636059 Eton, Tidies (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton, Tidies. Illustration for The Old Public Schools of England by John Rogers (Batsford)

A Shrove Tuesday Custom, Westminster boys scrambling for a portion of the pancake (b / w photo)
3636053 A Shrove Tuesday Custom, Westminster boys scrambling for a portion of the pancake (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shrove Tuesday Custom)

End of term, Winchester (b / w photo)
3636052 End of term, Winchester (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: End of term, Winchester)

Generation after generation (b / w photo)
3636046 Generation after generation (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Generation after generation)

Housemaster and headmaster (b / w photo)
3636044 Housemaster and headmaster (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Housemaster and headmaster)

Westminster, Latin prayers up school (b / w photo)
3636042 Westminster, Latin prayers up school (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster, Latin prayers up school)

Before a match, Harrow (b / w photo)
3636041 Before a match, Harrow (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Before a match, Harrow)

The Tuck Shop (b / w photo)
3636040 The Tuck Shop (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tuck Shop. Illustration for The Old Public Schools of England by John Rogers (Batsford)

Harrow, the Fourth Form Room (b / w photo)
3636064 Harrow, the Fourth Form Room (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrow, the Fourth Form Room)

Harrow, Speech Day (b / w photo)
3636062 Harrow, Speech Day (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrow, Speech Day)

Westminster, the staircase of Ashburnham House (b / w photo)
3636057 Westminster, the staircase of Ashburnham House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster, the staircase of Ashburnham House)

Eton, College Hall (b / w photo)
3636056 Eton, College Hall (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton, College Hall)

Absence being called during the Fourth of June Celebrations at Eton (b / w photo)
3636055 Absence being called during the Fourth of June Celebrations at Eton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Classroom interior (b / w photo)
3636051 Classroom interior (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Classroom interior)

Eton, the Wall Game on St Andrews Day (b / w photo)
3636061 Eton, the Wall Game on St Andrews Day (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton, the Wall Game on St Andrews Day)

Eton Masters (b / w photo)
3636060 Eton Masters (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton Masters. Illustration for The Old Public Schools of England by John Rogers (Batsford)

Harrow, Morning Bill on Speech Day (b / w photo)
3636058 Harrow, Morning Bill on Speech Day (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrow, Morning Bill on Speech Day)

Eton, Thoughs (b / w photo)
3636054 Eton, Thoughs (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton, Thoughs. Illustration for The Old Public Schools of England by John Rogers (Batsford)

Cross-country steeplechase (b / w photo)
3636038 Cross-country steeplechase (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cross-country steeplechase)

After a match, Eton (b / w photo)
3636036 After a match, Eton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After a match, Eton)

The Officers Training Corps (b / w photo)
3636050 The Officers Training Corps (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Officers Training Corps)

Physical jerks, Westminster (b / w photo)
3636048 Physical jerks, Westminster (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Physical jerks, Westminster)

Eton, Lower School (b / w photo)
3636047 Eton, Lower School (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton, Lower School)

Eton, Rowing (b / w photo)
3636049 Eton, Rowing (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eton, Rowing. Illustration for The Old Public Schools of England by John Rogers (Batsford)

A game of fives (b / w photo)
3636045 A game of fives (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A game of fives)

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Schooldays: A Journey Through Time and Tradition" Step back in time with these captivating black and white photos, capturing the essence of schooldays from generation to generation. At Eton, Tidies bring a sense of order amidst the bustling halls, reminding us of the discipline instilled within these historic walls. Witness a Shrove Tuesday custom at Westminster, as boys scramble for their share of a pancake - an age-old tradition that still brings excitement and camaraderie today. The end of term at Winchester is marked by bittersweet farewells and memories made, immortalized in this poignant black and white photograph. Through the years, dedicated Housemasters and Headmasters have guided students towards success, shaping young minds with wisdom and care. Latin prayers echo through the corridors of Westminster as students uphold ancient traditions while seeking knowledge within these hallowed grounds. Before a match at Harrow, anticipation fills the air as athletes prepare themselves mentally and physically for victory on the field. The Tuck Shop holds cherished memories for many; its shelves filled with sweet treats that provided moments of joy during long school days. In Harrow's Fourth Form Room lies a space where friendships are forged, lessons learned beyond textbooks - an integral part of every student's journey. Speech Day at Harrow is a celebration of achievements both big and small; it symbolizes hard work paying off amidst cheers from proud parents and teachers alike. Ascend the staircase of Ashburnham House at Westminster – each step representing progress towards personal growth – an emblematic image etched into history forevermore. Eton's College Hall stands grandly as a testament to academic excellence nurtured within its walls - generations inspired by its rich heritage. Schooldays may come to an end but their impact lasts forever. These timeless photographs remind us all that education transcends time itself – shaping individuals into who they become while preserving cherished customs and traditions.