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South Metropolitan District Schools, Sutton, Surrey
The South Metropolitan District Schools, opened in 1853 by the Bermondsey, Camberwell, Greenwich, St Olave, and Woolwich unions, to house pauper children away from the workhouse. In 1908 it became Fulhams Belmont workhouse, later known as Belmont Hospital, renamed the Henderson Hospital in 1958
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This evocative photograph captures the imposing South Metropolitan District Schools in Sutton, Surrey, as it stood in the early 20th century. Originally opened in 1853, this grand institution was established by the Bermondsey, Camberwell, Greenwich, St Olave, and Woolwich unions as a place to house and educate pauper children, keeping them away from the harsh conditions of the workhouse. The image reveals the extensive grounds of the school, with its impressive red-brick buildings and towering chimneys, which were a testament to the industrial era's architectural grandeur. The railway line running alongside the school is a reminder of the importance of transportation during this period, with steam-powered locomotives revolutionizing the way people and goods were moved. The Great Central Railway (GCR) line, visible in the background, would have provided easy access to the school for students and staff, as well as essential supplies. The South Metropolitan District Schools later became known as Fulhams Belmont Workhouse in 1908, and later still, the Henderson Hospital in 1958. This transformation reflects the changing needs of society and the evolving role of institutions like this one. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the past, offering a glimpse into the history of education, social welfare, and transportation during the Victorian era.
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