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Boys School Classroom, St. Johns School, Sheffield. c. 1880s

Boys School Classroom, St. Johns School, Sheffield. c. 1880s


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Boys School Classroom, St. Johns School, Sheffield. c. 1880s

From an original at Sheffield Libraries: u05907

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This print takes us back in time to the late 1880s, offering a glimpse into the everyday life of a boys' school classroom at St. Johns School in Sheffield, Yorkshire. The image, sourced from an original held at Sheffield Libraries (u05907), transports us to an era where education was vastly different from what we know today. The photograph captures a moment frozen in time: rows of wooden desks neatly arranged facing the front of the room, each occupied by young boys engrossed in their studies. The walls are adorned with educational charts and maps, providing visual aids for teaching various subjects. Sunlight streams through large windows, casting long shadows on the well-worn floorboards. One cannot help but wonder about these young minds and their aspirations within this traditional educational setting. What dreams did they hold? What challenges did they face? It is fascinating to contemplate how this classroom served as a foundation for countless futures yet to unfold. Preserved by Sheffield City Archives, this remarkable image offers not only historical value but also serves as a testament to the enduring importance of education throughout generations. As we gaze upon this snapshot from yesteryear, it reminds us of our shared heritage and encourages reflection on how far we have come since those early days at St. Johns School in bustling Sheffield.

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