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Middlesex Society's New Schools, St. George-in-the-East, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Middlesex Society's New Schools, St. George-in-the-East, [London], 1862. The building consists of girls and boys schools, and large class-room to each, and a residence for the teacher...Entered from the school is a class-room, fitted up with a gallery for infants, and having a large closet for books. Both schools and the class-rooms are well lighted and ventilated. Each school has a separate yard. The teacher's residence comprises a kitchen, scullery, cellars, two parlours, and three bedrooms. The whole are substantially built, well finished, and fitted up with every convenience. The fittings of the school are of a new description, and have been warmly approved by the Government Inspector. The style of the building is Tudor, the design being carried out with red brick and Portland, stone dressings, and relieved by blackbrick diapering and black and white brick discharging arches over the windows. The bay window is built wholly of Portland stone, and the label-moulds have carved stone bosses at their terminations. The total cost of the buildings and fittings is about £2050. The architect is Mr. Andrew Wilson, and the builder Mr. Thomas Ennor. The schools are built to accommodate 200 boys and 200 girls'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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Middlesex Society's New Schools at St. George-in-the-East, London, 1862: A Beacon of Education and Progress This photograph showcases Middlesex Society's New Schools, located in the heart of London's East End, in the year 1862. The image reveals a stunning architectural masterpiece, designed to provide quality education to 200 boys and 200 girls. The building is a harmonious blend of red brick, Portland stone, and black-brick diapering, showcasing the Tudor style. Upon entering the photograph, one can see the schools' grand entrance, leading to separate classrooms for boys and girls. Each classroom is equipped with a gallery for infants and a large closet for books, ensuring a conducive learning environment. The classrooms are well-lit and ventilated, with separate yards for the students. The teacher's residence, located adjacent to the schools, comprises a kitchen, scullery, cellars, two parlours, and three bedrooms. The entire structure is substantially built, well-finished, and fitted with every convenience, reflecting the Society's commitment to providing a comfortable living space for the teacher. The architect of this magnificent building was Mr. Andrew Wilson, and Mr. Thomas Ennor served as the builder. The total cost of the buildings and fittings amounted to approximately £2050. The design was warmly approved by the Government Inspector, highlighting the high standards of quality and innovation that were incorporated into the schools. This photograph serves as a testament to the Middlesex Society's dedication to education and progress in the East End of London during the mid-19th century. The schools represent a significant milestone in the history of education, paving the way for a brighter future for countless children in the community.
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