Public School Collection (page 7)

The Charterhouse from the square, London, 1912. Artist: Frederick Adcock
The Charterhouse from the square, London, 1912. The Charterhouse has variously been a Carthusian monastery, a public school, a medical school and a home for pensioners

Paul Verlaine, (Usher in Private School at Bournemouth, 1877-1878), 1904. Artist: Max Beerbohm
Paul Verlaine, (Usher in Private School at Bournemouth, 1877-1878), 1904. Illustration from The Poets Corner, by Max Beerbohm, (London, 1904)

Wellington College, Berkshire, 1855. View of the South Front of the College which was designed by the architect John Shaw

Eton College, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

The New Charterhouse, Godalming, Surrey, late 19th century. Artist: JC Armytage
The New Charterhouse, Godalming, Surrey, late 19th century. Charterhouse, a public school, was founded by Thomas Sutton in London in 1611 on the site of a Carthusian monastery

Dulwich College, Dulwich, south-east London, 1846. Artist: TA Prior
Dulwich College, Dulwich, south-east London, 1846. View of the boys public school which was founded in 1619 by Edward Alleyn, an Elizabethan actor

Thomas Arnold (1795-1842), British educationalist and scholar, 1869. Arnold was the famous headmaster of Rugby School, who features in Thomas Hughes Tom Browns Schooldays

Nothing in The Papers?!, 1870. A schoolboy reading an article to his friend, from the Times. In the days when corporal punishment was a regular and painful feature of public school life

Lessons in the Vacation, 1866. A public school-man says He-ar Cabby, We ll Give you Eighteen-Pence to take us to Brixton. The cabby replies Well, I generally do carry Children Alf Price

School board interviewing a teacher, 1800s
Prospective teacher interviewed by a rural school board, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Kindergarten class in Boston, 1870s
Public kindergarden students modeling clay, Boston, Massachusetts, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Reading lesson in a 19th-century classroom
Boys reading aloud in a schoolroom, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Students in a one-room school, 1800s
Young orator in a village public school, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Students reciting in a one-room school, 1800s
Pupils reciting poetry in a one-room school, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The gateway to Eton College, Eton, Berkshire, England, seen here in the 19th century. From Picturesque England, Its Landmarks and Historic Haunts, published 1891

Schools California Bicycles Arecaceae San Mateo
Schools in California, Bicycles in California, Arecaceae in California, San Mateo, California, 1906, Public School, United States of America

Speech day at King Henry VIII public school, Coventry. The event commenced with a speech from the registrar of Birmingham University, Dr Geoffrey Templeton. 22nd November 1962

CARTOON: IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1873. The Public Schools. American cartoon suggesting that the newly arrived Irish do not trust the public (therefore not Catholic) schools. Cartoon, 1873

NAST: PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS. Thomas Nasts cartoon comparing the growth of the Catholic Church and parochial schools to the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter. Wood engraving, 1870

Toms first exploit at football, illustration from Tom Browns School
XJF867816 Toms first exploit at football, illustration from Tom Browns School Days by Thomas Hughes (1822-96), edition of 1869 (etching) by Hughes, Arthur (1832-1915); Private Collection; English

Rugby School, the Chapel Tower from the Old Quad, from The English Illustrated Magazine
KW344355 Rugby School, the Chapel Tower from the Old Quad, from The English Illustrated Magazine, 1891-92 (litho) by English School

Stowe - the Garden Front, from The Illustrated London News, 18th January 1845
XJF324315 Stowe - the Garden Front, from The Illustrated London News, 18th January 1845 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The School Yard at Eton College, Berkshire, in the 19th century, from The National
KW322652 The School Yard at Eton College, Berkshire, in the 19th century, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London

Portrait of Thomas Arnold (litho)
XJF280502 Portrait of Thomas Arnold (litho) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Arnold (1795-1842); headmaster of Rugby School; father of poet and critic Matthew Arnold;

Buckinghamshire with illustrations of Eton College Chapel (hand coloured engraving)
XCF275035 Buckinghamshire with illustrations of Eton College Chapel (hand coloured engraving) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Football at the Wall at Eton (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF271001 " Football at the Wall" at Eton (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Winchester College, from a collection of topographical illustrations Oxonia
XJF268700 Winchester College, from a collection of topographical illustrations Oxonia Illustrata published in 1675 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Loggan

Queen Adelaide watching rugby football, 1839 (drawing)
XJF2653563 Queen Adelaide watching rugby football, 1839 (drawing) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Design 13 for Ode on a Distant Prospect of Eton College from The Poems
XYC215078 Design 13 for Ode on a Distant Prospect of Eton College from The Poems of Thomas Gray, published 1797-98 (w/c with pen & ink on paper) by Blake

Portrait of Thomas Arnold (engraving)
XJF1072693 Portrait of Thomas Arnold (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Arnold (1795-1842); headmaster of Rugby School; father of poet and critic Matthew Arnold;

NEW YORK: ARBOR DAY, 1908. A crowd in New York City attending a public school ceremony in observance of Arbor Day, 8 May 1908

TILDEN: CARTOON, 1876. Tildens Wolf at the Door, Gaunt and Hungry. Do Not Let Him In
TILDEN: CARTOON, 1876. Tildens " Wolf at the Door, Gaunt and Hungry." Do Not Let Him In. Cartoon by Thomas Nast

DEWEY: SCHOOL AND SOCIETY. Title page of the first edition of John Deweys The School and Society, 1899

KANSAS: PUBLIC SCHOOL, 1867. Public school building in Leavenworth, Kansas, under construction. Stereograph by Gardners Photographic Art Gallery, 1867

WASHINGTON D. C. : CLASSROOM. Stretching and yawning exercise in an elementary classroom
WASHINGTON D.C.: CLASSROOM. Stretching and yawning exercise in an elementary classroom in Washington, D.C. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1899

ENGLAND: RUGBY SCHOOL. Boys playing cricket at Rugby, the public school founded, 1567, in Warwickshire. Wood engaving, English, 1862

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1870. Pupils of the First Grade in their classroom in New York City. Oil over photograph, c1870

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1890s. A Lower East Side public school in New York City. Photograph, 1890s by Jacob A. Riis

NEW YORK: ARBOR DAY, 1908. Trees ready to be planted on Arbor Day, outside Public School #4 at 173rd Street and Fulton Avenue in the Bronx, New York City, 1908

NEW YORK: ARBOR DAY, 1908. Group of girls at a New York City public school celebration of Arbor Day, 1908

NEW YORK: ARBOR DAY, 1908. Planting trees on Arbor Day at a New York City public school, 1908

The Charter House, Finsbury, London in 1755. Granted 1545 to Sir Edward North. Finally, in 1611, transformed by Sir Thomas Sutton into the Hospital and School here represented

Harrow school speech day celebrations. Lord Weymouth as Olivia in Twelfth Night
Harrow school speech day celebrations. Lord Weymouth as " Olivia " in " Twelfth Night ". 27 June 1923

Winchester versus Charterhouse at Godalming C E Frazer ( captain winchester ) with R H Horsley 13 June 1924

Famous Harrow School House visible after 130 years. Harrow School in north - west London, is making notable improvements in the high street

Eton versus Winchester at Winchester The two captains J N Grosvenor ( Winchester ) and A N A Boyd ( Eton ) 29 June 1934

Eton versus Winchester Mr Tom Hanbury and Mrs Cecil Hanbury 30 June 1933

Typical Eton boys arriving for the Eton versus Harrow match at Lords. They are wearing cornflowers ( their school colour ). 8 July 1932

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Evolution of Public Schools" Step into history as we take you on a captivating journey through the world of public schools. From the grandeur of Eton College's Quadrangle in 1880 to the humble Colonial classroom in New England during the 1600s, each image tells a unique story. In the 1870s, kindergarten children joyfully engage in games, showcasing how education has evolved to embrace early childhood development. Meanwhile, Godolphin House stands tall and proud in its timeless elegance, a testament to enduring educational institutions. The portrait of Sir John Nicholas by Peter Lely transports us back to 1667, offering a glimpse into an era where public schooling was beginning to shape society. The Great Hall at Dulwich College captures our attention with its majestic architecture and echoes of knowledge shared within its walls since c1878. Girton College near Cambridge takes us forward to 1923 when women were finally granted access to higher education—an inspiring milestone for gender equality. Dulwich College's depiction from London in 1829 reminds us that these institutions have long been pillars of learning and community support. Rugby School and Tonbridge School both proudly display their vibrant campuses from 1923—a reminder that they are not just about academics but also foster camaraderie and personal growth among students. As we gaze upon Marlborough College's entrance from the early 20th century, we witness how these establishments seamlessly blend tradition with progressiveness. Finally, "A View of Eton and Fellows Eyot" transports us once more back in time—c1835-45—to appreciate how nature intertwines harmoniously with education. Public schools have stood as beacons of enlightenment throughout centuries—shaping minds, nurturing talents, fostering friendships—and continue doing so today. Let these glimpses into their rich heritage inspire gratitude for all they offer: knowledge passed down, memories made, and futures shaped within their hallowed halls.