National School Collection

Co Cork, Garinish Island, Beara Peninsula, Ireland

The interior of the National School, 1860 (engraving)
1579486 The interior of the National School, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of the interior of the National School, St. Giles'-in-the-Fields. Dated 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The interior of the National School, 1860 (engraving)
1579485 The interior of the National School, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of the interior of the National School, St. Giles'-in-the-Fields. Dated 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Scraps and Sketches: Preservation, An African Settlement
2909744 Scraps and Sketches: Preservation, An African Settlement, Spoon-bill, Botheration, A Vane Man, pub. 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank

Remains of the National School at Capel, near Ipswich, Struck by Lighting (engraving)
1607664 Remains of the National School at Capel, near Ipswich, Struck by Lighting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

National, Industrial and Sunday Schools of St John the Evangelist (engraving)
586958 National, Industrial and Sunday Schools of St John the Evangelist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: National)

National, Industrial, and Sunday Schools of St John the Evangelist, West View in John Street
1098781 National, Industrial, and Sunday Schools of St John the Evangelist, West View in John Street, Fitzroy-Square (engraving) by English School

Laying the First Stone of a National School at Long Melford, near Sudbury, Suffolk (engraving)
1098757 Laying the First Stone of a National School at Long Melford, near Sudbury, Suffolk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

National School, Harp Alley, City of London, 1850. Artist: James Findlay
National School, Harp Alley, City of London, 1850

Big Bogey in Ireland, 1869. Artist: Joseph Swain
Big Bogey in Ireland, 1869. The Cardinal forbids his little catholic children from joining their Protestant friends in the National School

Maynooth Seminary, Co Kildare, Ireland

Jockeys Leaving Starting Gates

St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (engraving)
XJF3038052 St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (plan)
XJF3038054 St Giles Schools Endell Street, 1860 (plan) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Giles National Schools designed by Edward Middleton Barry (1830-80)

Trim Castle and River Boyne under heavy clouding in County Meath, Ireland

Ballynakill Harbour near Letterfrack, Connemara, Co Galway, Ireland

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"Preserving the Legacy: National Schools across Ireland and Beyond" From the picturesque landscapes of Co Cork to the enchanting Garinish Island on Beara Peninsula, Ireland has been home to numerous national schools that have left an indelible mark on its educational history. Scraps and Sketches reveal their significance in preserving knowledge and fostering growth. One such testament lies in the remains of the National School at Capel, near Ipswich, tragically struck by lightning. This engraving serves as a reminder of how even amidst destruction, education stands resilient. Engravings further depict the grandeur of institutions like St John the Evangelist's National, Industrial, and Sunday Schools. From Fitzroy-Square to West View in John Street, these establishments were pillars of enlightenment for generations. The laying of the first stone at Long Melford near Sudbury unveils a momentous occasion - a new chapter in education unfolding before our eyes. The dedication towards building better futures is palpable within these walls. In bustling cities like London, where Harp Alley housed yet another National School in 1850, James Findlay's artistic prowess captures both architectural beauty and intellectual pursuit harmoniously intertwined. Venturing beyond Irish shores brings us face-to-face with Joseph Swain's depiction of "Big Bogey, " showcasing how national schools transcended borders to shape young minds far and wide. Maynooth Seminary in Co Kildare exemplifies Ireland's commitment to higher learning. Its hallowed halls nurtured countless scholars who would go on to make significant contributions across various fields. Not limited solely to academic pursuits are illustrations capturing everyday life; Jockeys Leaving Starting Gates reminds us that national schools fostered well-rounded individuals who embraced diverse interests beyond textbooks alone. Finally, St Giles Schools' Endell Street engraving transports us back to 1860s London – a time when education was seen as a beacon illuminating paths out of poverty and towards a brighter future.