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West London District School, Ashford
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West London District School, Ashford
Opened in 1872, the West London District School provided accommodation away from the workhouse for pauper children from the Fulham, Hammersmith, Paddington, and St George Hanover Square unions. Date: Date unknown
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1872 Accommodation Away Fulham Hammersmith Hanover Opened Paddington Pauper Provided Unions Workhouse
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West London District School, Ashford: A Haven for Pauper Children (circa 1872) This evocative photograph captures the West London District School in Ashford, a vital institution that offered accommodation and education to pauper children from the Fulham, Hammersmith, Paddington, and St George Hanover Square unions. Established in 1872, the school was a crucial alternative to the workhouse system, providing a nurturing environment for children who would otherwise have faced harsh living conditions and limited opportunities. The image showcases the grandeur of the Victorian-era school building, with its impressive red-brick facade, tall chimneys, and expansive grounds. The children, dressed in their uniforms, can be seen playing and engaging in activities, suggesting a sense of normalcy and community. The West London District School was a testament to the compassionate efforts of the Victorian society to address the plight of pauper children. It provided essential services, including education, shelter, and nourishment, enabling these children to break free from the cycle of poverty and deprivation. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, shedding light on an important chapter in the history of social welfare and education in London. It serves as a reminder of the significant strides made towards improving the lives of vulnerable children and the enduring power of community support and collective action.
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