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St Christopher School - A Short History

English · Paperback / Softback

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In 1915 a new school opened in Letchworth. Based upon Theosophic values, it offered a very progressive form of education, with children encouraged to develop their own personal interests, and emphasis placed on tolerance towards all races and religions, and physical health and well-being. Discipline was largely self-imposed and students were able to influence the running of the school. The school''s philosophy has enabled it to weather a century of change, including two world wars, economic depressions, and many shifts in national education policy. St Christopher School is now a unique and dynamic school where education continues to be based upon the concept of treating children as individuals. This book explores the school''s history and philosophy, offering a concise but fascinating insight into the first hundred years of St Chris.>

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Authors Chris McNab
Publisher SHIRE
 
Languages English
Product format Paperback / Softback
Released 03.12.2014
 
EAN 9780747813200
ISBN 978-0-7478-1320-0
No. of pages 64
Series School Histories
School Histories
Subjects Humanities, art, music > Education > General, dictionaries

HISTORY / General, HISTORY / Social History, Social & cultural history, Hertfordshire, Educational psychology, History of Education, Social and cultural history

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