Bluecoat School Collection

The Great Schools of England: the dining-hall at Christ's Hospital...singing a hymn, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Great Schools of England: the dining-hall at Christ's Hospital...singing a hymn, 1862. Founded in the 16th century, Christ's Hospital is one of the oldest boarding schools in England

The Great Schools of England: one of the dormitories at Christ's Hospital School, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Great Schools of England: one of the dormitories at Christ's Hospital School, 1862. Founded in the 16th century, Christ's Hospital is one of the oldest boarding schools in England

The Great Schools of England: Christ's Hospital - the Grammar-School, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Great Schools of England: Christ's Hospital - the Grammar-School, 1862. Founded in the 16th century, Christ's Hospital is one of the oldest boarding schools in England

Christ's Hospital and Christmas Eve - drawn by John Gilbert, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Christ's Hospital and Christmas Eve - drawn by John Gilbert, 1857. Festive scene outside the Blue Coat School in Newgate Street, City of London. From "Illustrated London News", 1857

Writing School, Christ's Hospital, n.d. Creator: Frederick Mackenzie
Writing School, Christ's Hospital, n.d

Christs Hospital for orphans, Newgate Street, London, c. 1885 (colour litho)
3245499 Christs Hospital for orphans, Newgate Street, London, c.1885 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Manchester Illustrated (engraving)
1053853 Manchester Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manchester Illustrated)

Ticket for the anniversary meeting of the Charity Children in St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1830 (engraving)
6033010 Ticket for the anniversary meeting of the Charity Children in St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1830 (engraving) by English School

Schoolboys through the ages (litho)
6014394 Schoolboys through the ages (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolboys through the ages)

The Bluecoat Boys Historic School in Newgate Street, London (litho)
3627020 The Bluecoat Boys Historic School in Newgate Street, London (litho) by Fitton, Hedley (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bluecoat Boys Historic School in Newgate Street, London)

The Great Schools of England (engraving)
605340 The Great Schools of England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Schools of England: Christs Hospital, the Hall play)

Delivery of the Annual Orations in the Great Hall (engraving)
605347 Delivery of the Annual Orations in the Great Hall (engraving) by Jewitt, Llewellyn (1816-1886) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

General view of the Great Hall of Christs Hospital (photo)
605346 General view of the Great Hall of Christs Hospital (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of the Great Hall of Christs Hospital)

Christs Hospital and a portrait of a pupil (engraving)
605344 Christs Hospital and a portrait of a pupil (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Harpers Young People (vol II)

Indenture of apprenticeship for a boy from the Bluecoat charity school in Westminster, London, 1740 (engraving)
6033013 Indenture of apprenticeship for a boy from the Bluecoat charity school in Westminster, London, 1740 (engraving) by English School

Public supper at Christs Hospital (engraving)
605349 Public supper at Christs Hospital (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Public supper at Christs Hospital, London)

Dinner Times at The Bluecoat School (engraving)
605348 Dinner Times at The Bluecoat School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bluecoat School)

Portrait of a pupil at Christs Hospital (photo)
605338 Portrait of a pupil at Christs Hospital (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a pupil at Christs Hospital, London)

Sir Thomas Rich, 1673 (oil on canvas)
2655663 Sir Thomas Rich, 1673 (oil on canvas) by Reader, William (fl.1650-1700); 74.6x62.2 cm; Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery, Gloucestershire, UK; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Rich (c.1601-67)

Christs Hospital (The Bluecoat School) (engraving)
1055443 Christs Hospital (The Bluecoat School) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christs Hospital (The Bluecoat School)

Christs Hospital, London (engraving)
983909 Christs Hospital, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christs Hospital, London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

The Proposed New Buildings at Horsham for Christs Hospital, Bluecoat School (litho)
1047962 The Proposed New Buildings at Horsham for Christs Hospital, Bluecoat School (litho) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info)

General view of Christs Hospital (coloured engraving)
605337 General view of Christs Hospital (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of Christs Hospital Hall, Newgate Street)

Drilling the Bluecoat boys (engraving)
605345 Drilling the Bluecoat boys (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drilling the Bluecoat boys in the playground at Christs Hospital)

The Blue Coat School Gloucester, 1879-90 (oil on canvas)
2655676 The Blue Coat School Gloucester, 1879-90 (oil on canvas) by Kemp, John (1833-1923); 51.2x72.5 cm; Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery, Gloucestershire

The Christs Hospital Scholars at the Mansion-House, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Christs Hospital Scholars at the Mansion-House, 1844. Schoolboys from the charity school in the City of London taking their annual luncheon with the Lord Mayor

Bluecoat Boys showing their drawings to Queen Victoria at Buckingham Palace, 1873, (1901)
Bluecoat Boys showing their drawings to Queen Victoria at Buckingham Palace, April 3, 1873, (1901). Queen Victoria (1819-1901)

An Old Charity School for Boy and Girl Down at Wapping, c1935. Creator: Charles
An Old Charity School for Boy and Girl Down at Wapping, c1935. Graves in St Johns Churchyard at Wapping in east London, with St John of Wapping School, founded in 1695, behind

Christs Hospital. c1740. Artist: William Henry Toms
Christs Hospital. c1740. View of Christs Hospital School at Newgate Street, London. It was established as a school in 1552, on the site of a Grey Friars (Franciscan) friary

Interior of Christs Hospital School, Newgate Street, City of London, 1822. Artist
Interior of Christs Hospital School, Newgate Street, City of London, 1822. Scene showing the annual orations on St Matthews Day

Christs Hospital School, Newgate Street, City of London, 1831. Artist: John Shaw
Christs Hospital School, Newgate Street, City of London, 1831. View of the grammar and mathematical schools at Christs Hospital, showing the pupils at play in the grounds

Memorial of Christs Hospital, Newgate Street, London, c1850. Showing eleven views of the hospital and eighteen portraits, including that of the schools founder, King Edward VI (top)

A peep into the Blue Coat School!!!!!!!!!, 1815. Artist
A peep into the Blue Coat School!!!!!!!!!, 1815. Showing a pig in military uniform (General Sir Eyre Coote) standing on its hind legs and being birched by three Christs Hospital boys

Scenes in London, c1830. No 25: two men at table, one smoking a pipe, the other a cheroot. No 26: a man ordering a meagre meal. No 27: a small Bluecoat boy challenges a large schoolfellow

View of the new cloister in Christs Hospital, Newgate Street, City of London, 1880

Christs Hospital, Newgate Street, City of London, 1881. Artist: John Crowther
Christs Hospital, Newgate Street, City of London, 1881

Christs Hospital, City of London, 1823. Artist: James Sargant Storer
Christs Hospital, City of London, 1823. Interior view of the writing school, with pupils standing and seated at desks

Christs Hospital pupil with the school buildings in the background, City of London, 1827

Pupil of Christs Hospital, City of London, 1829. Pupil of Christs Hospital with other students and school buildings in the background

View of the new grammar and mathematical schools, Christs Hospital, City of London, 1833

View of the grammar school at Christs Hospital, City of London, 1823. Artist: JB
View of the grammar school at Christs Hospital, City of London, 1823

Bird s-eye view of Christs Hospital as it was in 1720, City of London, 1829. Artist
Bird s-eye view of Christs Hospital as it was in 1720, City of London, 1829

Interior view of the hall, Christs Hospital, City of London, 1833. Artist: Henry Shaw
Interior view of the hall, Christs Hospital, City of London, 1833

Interior of the hall; delivery of the annual orations, Christs Hospital, City of London, 1850

Elevation of the hall of Christs Hospital, City of London, 1825

West view of Christs Hospital, with ruins of some of the old buildings, City of London, 1825

View of the hall, Christs Hospital, City of London, 1830

View of the hall, Christs Hospital, City of London, 1833. Artist: Henry Shaw
View of the hall, Christs Hospital, City of London, 1833

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Step back in time and explore the rich history of Bluecoat School, a renowned educational institution that has stood the test of time. Located on Newgate Street in London, this school has been an integral part of the city's landscape since its establishment in 1885. Originally known as Christs Hospital for orphans, Bluecoat School was dedicated to providing education and support to those less fortunate. The vibrant litho print from c. 1885 captures the essence of this noble cause, showcasing young boys clad in distinctive blue coats - a symbol of their affiliation with the school. As depicted in various engravings such as those found in Manchester Illustrated and The Great Schools of England, Bluecoat School held great significance within society. Its annual anniversary meeting at St Pauls Cathedral brought together charity children from all walks of life, fostering unity and celebrating their achievements. Through centuries past, lithographs like "Schoolboys through the ages" have immortalized generations who passed through these hallowed halls. These images depict not only academic pursuits but also moments shared amongst peers - forming bonds that would last a lifetime. The Great Hall stands tall as a testament to tradition and grandeur; its impressive architecture captured beautifully in both engravings and photographs. It served as a venue for momentous occasions such as the delivery of Annual Orations - events that showcased students' eloquence and intellectual prowess. Bluecoat School's impact extended beyond education alone; it played an instrumental role in shaping futures by offering apprenticeships to deserving pupils. An engraving from 1740 showcases an indenture agreement between one lucky boy from Westminster's Bluecoat charity school and his employer - marking the beginning of his journey towards success. Life at Bluecoat School wasn't solely about academics; communal activities were cherished too. Engravings depicting public suppers showcase camaraderie among students while dinner times became memorable affairs etched forever into collective memory. Today, though much has changed, Bluecoat School's legacy lives on.