Schoolchild Collection (#19)

Technical instruction, Haselrigge Road School, Clapham, London, 1914. A class of boys receiving instruction in the technique of edging, used in optical industries

Assembly in the playground, Jews Free School, Stepney, London, 1908. Boys lined up for a mass assembly in the school playground

Sixth form conference, Sheffield University, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1967. Artist
Sixth form conference, Sheffield University, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1967

Games master taking a gym class, Airedale school, Castleford, West Yorkshire, 1962

Pupils talking on a stairway, Tapton Hall Secondary Modern School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1960

Pope Pius X school, Wath-upon-Dearne, Rotherham, 1959. Artist: Michael Walters
Pope Pius X school, Wath-upon-Dearne, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1959. The school opened in 1959. In 2007 it was awarded special status as a humanities college

Catholic school Mass, South Yorkshire, 1967. Artist: Michael Walters
Catholic school Mass, South Yorkshire, 1967. The younger girls wear the traditional berets whilst the older girls wear appropriate head covering

Radio interview of schoolboys on a factory visit, Stanley Tools, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1968

School-boys flogging the Schoolmaster, 1852. Artist: John Leech
School-boys flogging the Schoolmaster, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A. A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

A Chinese schoolmaster and pupil, 1902. Artist: CC Pierce & Co
A Chinese schoolmaster and pupil, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Both Puzzled, 1868, (1912). Artist: Erskine Nicol
Both Puzzled, 1868, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

The Wall, 1926. Eton wall game is played on a strip of ground 5 metres by 110 metres next to a slightly curved brick wall erected in 1717. From Eton College by Christopher Hussey

The Dog Potters, 1926. Eton OTC (Officer Traing Corps) developed from earlier Eton volunteers (or Dog Potters ). From Eton College by Christopher Hussey. [Country Life, London, 1926]

Regardless of their Doom the Little Victims Play, 1926. Ode on a Distant Prospect of Eton College, from a poem by Thomas Gray. From Eton College by Christopher Hussey. [Country Life, London, 1926]

Christs Hospital, Great Hall - Boys at Dinner, 1891. Artist: William Luker
Christs Hospital, Great Hall - Boys at Dinner, 1891. Christs Hospital, also called the Bluecoat School, is an English coeducational independent day and boarding school

Christs Hospital, Newgate Street - Boys in playground, 1891. Artist: William Luker
Christs Hospital, Newgate Street - Boys in playground, 1891. Christs Hospital, also called the Bluecoat School, is an English coeducational independent day and boarding school

Going to School in New Zealand, 1912. Artist: Charles Robinson
Going to School in New Zealand, 1912. From More About The Empire by Alice Talwin Morris. [Blackie and Son Limited, London, Glasgow and Bombay, 1912]

The copper shortage in Germany, 1915. A schoolmaster collecting copper household articles from his pupils. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915

Winston Churchill in a group photograph at Harrow School, c1889, (1945). From Winston Churchill: His Life in Pictures, by Ben Tucker. [Sagall Press, Ltd. London, 1945]

Winston climbing a staircase, while the class pose, c1889, (1945)
Winston climbing a staircase, while the class pose, 1889, (1945). Winston Churchill and friend stand on a staircase during a class photograph at Harrow

In 1888, Winston S. Churchill went to Harrow, c1888, (1945). From Winston Churchill: His Life in Pictures, by Ben Tucker. [Sagall Press, Ltd. London, 1945]

But as time marched slowly on, thought had to be given to education, 1884, (1945). Winston Churchill at 10 years old. From Winston Churchill: His Life in Pictures, by Ben Tucker. [Sagall Press, Ltd

After Absence, 1926. Eton College is a boarding independent school for boys in Eton, Berkshire, near Windsor, founded in 1440 by King Henry VI

Warlike spirit of youthful Japanese Schoolboys in Ueno Park, Tokyo, Japan, 1904. From The Underwood Travel Library - Japan, [Underwood & Underwood, London, New York, 1904]

The Frown, 1842, (1917). Artist: Thomas Webster
The Frown, 1842, (1917). From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

Shrewsbury School, 1923. Shrewsbury School, founded in 1552 by Royal Charter under King Edward VI. In 1571 the school was augmented by Queen Elizabeth I

Marlborough College, 1923. Marlborough College, private boarding and day school founded in 1843 and qualified under the Royal Charter in 1845

Rossall School, 1923. Rossall School, fee paying private school in Fleetwood, Lancashire founded in 1844 by St. Vincent Beechey and qualified under the Royal Charter in 1890

Boys of Bradfield College making shell parts, Berkshire, c1916 (1928). From The Wonder Book of Soldiers for Boys and Girls, edited by Harry Golding. [Ward. Lock & Co

Boys of Harrow School making splints, crutches and other articles for the wounded, c1916 (1928). From The Wonder Book of Soldiers for Boys and Girls, edited by Harry Golding. [Ward. Lock & Co

A Ragged School Union dinner, Camberwell, London, c1901 (1901). Ragged Schools were developed by John Pounds, a Portsmouth shoemaker, who in 1818 provided a free school for the poorest children

Boys playing football on the roof of St Pauls Cathedral Choir School, London, c1901 (1901). From Living London, Vol. 1, edited by George R. Sims

A manual training centre: woodwork, London, c1900 (1901). From Living London, Vol. 1, edited by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1901]

Learning to cook, London, c1900 (1901). From Living London, Vol. 1, edited by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1901]

Model drawing at a Higher Grade school, London, c1900 (1901). From Living London, Vol. 1, edited by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1901]

Physical drill at a London school, c1900 (1901). From Living London, Vol. 1, edited by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1901]

Pupils sitting an examination at the City of London School, c1903 (1903). The City of London School is an independent school founded by a private Act of Parliament in 1834. From Living London, Vol

Girls at needlework, Halliwick School For Girls, Marylebone Road, London, c1903 (1903). Halliwick School for Girls, established in 1851 by Miss Caroline Blunt

To school by ambulance, London, c1903 (1903). From Living London, Vol. III, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

An exciting game: pupils of Christs Hospital school, City of London, c1900 (1911). Artist: RW Thomas
An exciting game: pupils of Christs Hospital school, City of London, c1900 (1911). Founded in 1552, Christs Hospital was the result of the vision of King Edward VI (1537-1553)

How to Play Hockey, 1937. From The Childrens Golden Treasure Book for 1937, edited by John R. Crossland and J. M. Parrish. [Odhams Press Ltd. London, 1937]

Some Foxes and a Grape, c1887-1924, (1924). Artist: Reginald Edward Higgins
Some Foxes and a Grape. From The Studio Volume 88 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1924.]

Coming from School (1906)
Coming from School after an original work by Thomas Stothard (1755-1834). From The Connoisseur VOL. XIV, 1906

Birthday card featuring two boys playing cricket

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"Capturing the Essence of Schoolchild: A Glimpse into Education Through Time" A Dames School, 1845, (1904). Artist: Thomas Webster: Transporting us back to the 19th century, this artwork by Thomas Webster showcases a quaint dames school where eager schoolchildren gather to learn and grow. In the High Street, 1898. Creator: Unknown: Amidst bustling streets in 1898, an unknown creator captures the essence of school life as children make their way to acquire knowledge and forge friendships. Girls hockey match, Airedale school, Castleford, West Yorkshire, 1962: Breaking gender stereotypes with determination and skill on display at a girls' hockey match in West Yorkshire's Airedale School during 1962 - empowering young minds through sports. Boy Reading, c1900. Artist: Warwick Reynolds: Warwick Reynolds beautifully portrays a serene moment of solitude as a young boy immerses himself in literature during the turn of the century – highlighting the importance of reading for all students. Rugby School, 1923: A snapshot from Rugby School in 1923 takes us into an era when physical education played a significant role in shaping character and camaraderie among students. The entrance to Marlborough College, Marlborough Wiltshire early-20th-century: The grandeur of Marlborough College's entranceway stands as a testament to its long-standing commitment towards providing quality education since the early years of the twentieth century. Salvation Army serving school meals Lincolnshire: In Lincolnshire's heartwarming scene captured on camera is that of Salvation Army members selflessly serving nutritious meals to ensure that every child receives not only education but also nourishment for their growing bodies.