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Lambeth Workhouse Schools, Norwood, South London
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Lambeth Workhouse Schools, Norwood, South London
The parish of Lambeth operated a workhouse school on Elder Road, West Norwood, South London. In 1885, the premises were extended with the erection of the New School buildings. This view shows the imposing tower that surmounted the Italianate style main entrance to the New School
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1885 Elder Extended Gates Institution Institutional Iron Italianate Lambeth Main Norwood Parish Pauper Paupers Poor Poverty Premises Schools Workhouse
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This evocative photograph captures the imposing entrance to the Lambeth Workhouse Schools in West Norwood, South London, built in the Italianate style and completed in 1885. The parish of Lambeth operated the workhouse, an institution for the care and training of paupers, on Elder Road. In the late 19th century, the growing population of London and the increasing numbers of people living in poverty necessitated the extension of the existing workhouse facilities. The New School buildings, with their grand tower, were erected to accommodate the influx of children in need of education and training. The Victorian and Edwardian eras saw a significant expansion of workhouse schools, which aimed to provide a more humane and effective alternative to the harsh conditions of the traditional workhouses. The schools were designed to instill discipline and skills in children, preparing them for a life of self-sufficiency and employment. The iron gates and towering gatehouse served as a symbol of authority and control, while also providing a sense of security and protection for the children within. The photograph, taken in 1905, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the welfare of the poor was the responsibility of the parish and the community. The grand architecture of the workhouse schools stands in stark contrast to the poverty and hardship that drove families to seek refuge within their walls. Today, the building stands as a reminder of the historical significance of workhouse schools and the role they played in shaping the lives of countless children during a time of great social change.
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