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Darenth Schools and Training Colony, Kent
The Darenth Schools (top left), near Dartford in Kent, were opened in 1878 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board as a residential institution for imbecile children from London. Adult accommodation (top right) was added in 1888 followed by an adult training colony (centre) in 1904
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1878 1888 Accommodation Adult Asylum Asylums Colony Country Side Darenth Dartford Fields Health Homes Institution Mental Metropolitan Poverty Psychiatric Residential Schools Workhouse Workhouses
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This photograph, taken in the early 1930s, offers a glimpse into the history of Darenth Schools and Training Colony, located near Dartford in the picturesque county of Kent. Established in 1878 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board, the institution was initially designed as a residential facility for imbecile children from overcrowded London areas. The top left image shows the school building, surrounded by lush fields and greenery, providing a stark contrast to the urban environment these children had previously known. By 1888, adult accommodation was added to the colony to cater to the needs of the growing population. The top right image reveals a row of red-brick houses, nestled among the trees, which offered a temporary home to the adults. In 1904, the colony expanded further with the addition of an adult training colony (centre), aimed at helping the residents develop practical skills and become self-sufficient. The photograph captures the grandeur of the Victorian and Edwardian architecture, with its intricate brickwork and elegant design, which stands proudly amidst the sprawling countryside. The Darenth Schools and Training Colony served as a vital institution for those in need of care and education during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The image transports us back in time, offering a poignant reminder of the history of mental health care, education, and social welfare in England during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The rolling hills, verdant fields, and serene setting of the colony provide a stark contrast to the poverty and urban squalor that many of its residents had left behind. This photograph is an invaluable historical document, offering a unique insight into the lives of those who sought refuge and care at the Darenth Schools and Training Colony.
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