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The Surrey County School, Cranley, near Guildford, 1865. Creator: Unknown
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The Surrey County School, Cranley, near Guildford, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The Surrey County School, Cranley, near Guildford, 1865. 'Experience has already shown that a school of this kind may be entirely self-supporting where the buildings and furniture are provided gratuitously and the charge for board and instruction Is fixed at the moderate sum of £30 a year. The council have accordingly appointed this rate of payment, and are making great exertions to raise the remainder of the amount required for the buildings and furniture. Of the necessary £11,000, about £7700 has already been subscribed...The school will now accommodate 150 boys; but it is intended hereafter to complete the architect's design, and to render it capable of containing 300. The gentleman appointed Head Master - the Rev. J. Merriman, M.A. - is a man of University distinction and a Fellow of St. John's College, Cambridge...In the course of instruction a prominent place is given to the English language and literature, Latin and French, drawing, and vocal music are also taught. Provision is made for giving lessons in Greek, German, and instrumental music; but these are optional, and involve an additional charge'. From "Illustrated London News", 1865
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A glimpse into a pioneering era of education: The Surrey County School, Cranley, near Guildford, circa 1865. This photograph captures the early days of this innovative institution, where students were offered a comprehensive curriculum and affordable tuition rates. Founded with the goal of providing self-supporting education to boys from local counties, the school's council worked tirelessly to raise funds for its construction and furnishing.
As seen in this print, The Surrey County School was designed to accommodate 150 pupils initially, but plans were underway to expand capacity to 300 students. Led by Head Master Rev. J. Merriman, M.A., a scholar of University distinction from St. John's College, Cambridge, the school prioritized English language and literature, Latin and French studies alongside practical skills like drawing and vocal music.
Optional subjects such as Greek, German, and instrumental music were also offered for an additional fee. This photograph serves as a testament to the dedication of educators in 19th-century England who sought to provide accessible education to young minds.
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