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Ashford Schools, Surrey
Located on Woodthorpe Road, at Ashford, near Staines, Surrey, and opened in 1872 as the West London District School, it provided accommodation away from the workhouse for pauper children from the Fulham, Hammersmith, Paddington, and St George Hanover Square Unions. Part of the site is now occupied by HM Prison Bronzefield
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1872 Accommodation Ashford Fulham Hammersmith Hanover L Aw Middlesex Paddington Pauper Poor Poverty Prison Prisons Schools Staines Surrey Unions Workhouse Workhouses Woodthorpe
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1. Title: A Historical Snapshot of Ashford Schools, Surrey: From Pauper Children's Haven to Modern Education Institution 2.. This evocative photograph captures the historic Ashford Schools, located on Woodthorpe Road in Ashford, Surrey. Established in 1872 as the West London District School, this institution was a vital refuge for pauper children hailing from Fulham, Hammersmith, Paddington, and St George Hanover Square Unions. These children were provided with accommodation away from the deplorable conditions of the workhouse. The image showcases the Victorian architectural grandeur of the school building, adorned with intricate ivy patterns and a sense of history that whispers tales of the past. The school was an essential part of the social fabric during a time when poverty was rampant, and the law mandated the removal of children from their families and workhouses to ensure their education. Today, part of the Ashford Schools site is occupied by HM Prison Bronzefield, a stark contrast to its former role as a beacon of hope and education for children in need. The school's rich history continues to be a testament to the resilience of the community and the importance of providing quality education to all, regardless of their circumstances. This photograph, taken in Middlesex, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the evolution of education, housing, and social welfare in the United Kingdom. The ivy-covered walls, once a symbol of hope for pauper children, now stand as a silent witness to the passage of time and the transformative power of history.
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