The Reedham Orphanage, Purley, Surrey - Classroom
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The Reedham Orphanage, Purley, Surrey - Classroom
The Reedham Orphanage, Purley, Surrey. A class of boys and girls sit at their desks while a teacher stands at the blackboard. Date: circa 1908
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© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Blackboard Desks Orphan Orphanage Orphans Purley Reedham Stands Surrey Teacher Welfare Childrens
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Moment of Learning: The Reedham Orphanage Classroom, Purley, Surrey (circa 1908) This evocative photograph captures a moment of education and camaraderie at The Reedham Orphanage in Purley, Surrey, circa 1908. The image presents a class of boys and girls, dressed in their best attire, seated at their desks, focused on their lessons. The teacher, standing at the blackboard, imparts knowledge to her young students, her expression reflecting the seriousness and importance of the task at hand. The Reedham Orphanage, established in 1865, was a charitable institution dedicated to providing care and support for orphaned, abandoned, and destitute children. The organization aimed to provide a nurturing environment that fostered learning, socialization, and personal growth. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the children residing at the orphanage, highlighting the emphasis placed on education and the importance of literacy in shaping their futures. The children in the photograph display a range of emotions, from intense concentration to quiet curiosity. Their expressions reveal the diversity of personalities and individualities that existed within the orphanage community. The classroom setting, with its neatly arranged desks and tidy blackboard, underscores the dedication of the teachers and staff to creating a conducive learning environment for the children. This historical photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the past, offering insights into the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children during a time when social welfare and education were crucial aspects of their care. The image invites us to reflect on the importance of education and the role it plays in shaping the lives of children, regardless of their circumstances.
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