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These children at a Leamington school stepped back in time to celebrate a centenary
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These children at a Leamington school stepped back in time to celebrate a centenary
These children at a Leamington school stepped back in time to celebrate a centenary. The youngsters at St Peters Roman Catholic School dressed in Victorian clothing for a day to get a taste of what school life was like 100 years ago. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the main school block in Augusta Place, although a school was established next door by nuns as early as 1852. There are now 83 pupils but at one time there were as many as 700, said Sister Marie, of the Sisters of Charity Convent, in Milverton Terrace. Sister Marie, who taught at the school for 15 years, joined the children for their celebrations. The headmistress, Mrs. Winifred Swarbrick, said: " It has been a great success. All the children really entered into the spirit of it and came along in Victorian clothing." The youngsters will have a chance to dress up again tomorrow when they take part in the Leamington Carnival.
12th July 1979
Brian Walkeden
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Leamington
Warwickshire
England
Media ID 21610569
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In this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness a heartwarming celebration at St Peters Roman Catholic School in Leamington. These children have embraced the spirit of the past as they commemorate a significant milestone - the centenary of their school's main block. Dressed in authentic Victorian clothing, these youngsters truly stepped back in time to experience what school life was like 100 years ago. The history of this esteemed institution dates back even further, with nuns establishing a school next door as early as 1852. Sister Marie, who taught at the school for 15 years and is part of the Sisters of Charity Convent, joined these children on their special day to share her wisdom and experiences. Headmistress Mrs. Winifred Swarbrick expresses her delight over the success of this unique celebration. She commends all the children for wholeheartedly embracing the occasion by donning Victorian attire. As if one trip through time wasn't enough, these enthusiastic youngsters will have another opportunity tomorrow when they participate in the highly anticipated Leamington Carnival. Their vibrant costumes and infectious energy are sure to captivate spectators and transport them into an era long gone. This remarkable photograph captured by Brian Walkeden preserves not only a moment frozen in time but also showcases how traditions and legacies can be cherished across generations.
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