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Kensington & Chelsea District School, gym team

In 1876, the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea established a District School for pauper children at Banstead, Surrey (later known as Beechholme). As well as cottage homes, each housing 40 children, the site had its own schools, infirmary, chapel, swimming pool, and gymnasium. Here is the schools gymnastics team with their instructor

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1876 Banstead Beechholme Beecholme Borough Career Chapel Chelsea Cottage Gymnasium Gymnastic Gymnastics Health Healthy Homes Infirmary Kensington Pauper Paupers Physical Pool Poor Poverty Residential Schools Skill Skills Surrey Swimming Trades Workhouse 1902


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This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Kensington and Chelsea District School gymnastics team in the early 1900s. The London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea established this District School in Banstead, Surrey, in 1876, primarily for pauper children. The site included cottage homes, each accommodating 40 children, as well as schools, an infirmary, chapel, swimming pool, and gymnasium. The gymnasium, a vital component of the school, is where these boys honed their gymnastic skills under the watchful eye of their instructor. The importance of physical health and education was recognized during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, with a focus on providing opportunities for children in residential care to develop not only academically but also socially and physically. The boys, dressed in simple uniforms, display a range of gymnastic skills, from balancing acts to acrobatic poses. The setting, with its wooden floors and gym equipment, transports us back in time to the 1870s, where children from poverty-stricken backgrounds were given a chance to learn new trades and skills, such as gymnastics, to help them in their future careers. The presence of a swimming pool at the school further emphasizes the commitment to the children's overall well-being and health. The schools, chapel, and infirmary all played a significant role in providing a supportive and nurturing environment for these children, many of whom came from workhouse backgrounds. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the dedication of the school staff in providing a comprehensive education and care for the pauper children of Kensington and Chelsea, ensuring they were well-equipped for the future.

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