Private Schools - Ryde
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, entries are from Kelly's Street Directories of the year shown.
Barrington Grange
APPLEY, RYDE.
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BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS.
Thorough Modern Education,
Art, Music, and Languages specialties.
Preparation for all Exams.
A Kindergarten Department will be opened
May 9th. Original and interesting methods.
Telephone 15.
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Principal - MISS MABEL EATON.
1935 - BARRiNGTON GRANGE BOARDING & DAY SCHOOL FOR GiRLS (Miss Barton, principal) (facing Solent & Spithead)
Birtwhistle Misses D. W. & K. I.
1951 - private school for girls, Ryde house, Binstead
Charlotte Mason School
1977 - Pellhurst Road, established as a P.N.E.U. school autumn term 1977 as the Partlands did not reopen - (Isle of Wight County Press - 26 November 1977)
MASON
P.N.E.U. School
EASTHILL ROAD
Boys and Girls
from 3 years to 13 years
Please phone
Ryde 63348 or
Ryde 65535
for further details
THE CHARLOTTE Mason School are moving from their present Easthill Road, Ryde, address to new premises at the former Little Appley School, Appley Road, Ryde
Mr. J. L. Parker, who owns the Charlotte Mason School ..... said his school, the name of which is likely to be changed to Little Appley School to fit in with the new location...
choice for your
child's future
education
LITTLE
APPLEY
SCHOOL
PRIVATE EDUCATION
FOR BOYS & GIRLS 3-16
Some places still available
for Boys and Girls, 9-10 years
Apply now for September term
Contact the Headmistress for full details
RYDE 611432
BEMBRIDGE 4305
Little Appley School, Appley Road,
Ryde, PO33 1PH
By 1984 the P.N.E.U. school had 'disappeared', as Little Appley was then a stage school.
(P.N.E.U. or Parents' National Educational Union see wikipedia)
Convent of the Cross
RYDE, I.W.
BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS.
PREPARATORY SCHOOLS FOR LITTLE BOYS.
Up-to-date Modern Education. Prepara-
tion for Matriculation, Oxford Locals, Music,
Art, Elocution, Organised Games.
For particulars apply to the Reverend
Mother Superior.
Fisher Misses, ladies' school
1904 - Orchardleigh, Pellhurst Road
High Park Hall College
HIGH PARK HALL.
SCHOOL FOR THE SONS OF GENTLEMEN.
Home Influences and Christian Training.
High Class Tuition, and Preparation for
ALL EXAMINATIONS.
Cricket Field. Tennis. Gymnasium, &c.
Carpenter's Shop, Turning Lathe, &c.
A pleasant Home also for Gentlemen who desire help
in reading for the University, Army, Navy,
Civil Service, Law, Medicine, &c.
EXPERIENCED RESIDENT TUTORS.
Prospectus and full particulars on application to
MR. WILLIAM PENN..
HIGH PARK HALL COLLEGE.
Principal - MR. WILLIAM PENN.
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CAREFUL INDIVIDUAL TUITION AND TRAINING.
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Out of 20 boys sent up from this College in December,
1896, for
PUBLIC EXAMINATION
16 passed, some with distinction.
Most successful with boys first leaving home or those
unable to do well at larger schools.
High testimonials.
Prospectus and full particulars on application.
1898 - Penn William, boys' school
Headmaster .. MR. W. F. WYNDHAM-SMITH,
Doveck Scholar and Double Medallist &c.
These Schools comprise the following:-
CASTLE COLLEGE, GUILDFORD
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GRAMMAR SCHOOL, HASLEMERE
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HIGH PARK HALL COLLEGE.RYDE, ISLE
OF WIGHT, founded 1881
.......
High Park Hall College, Ryde, is a large detached
builfing situated in the best residential part, some
200 feet above the sea, and facing the Solent. The
climate is peculiarly suited to delicate boys requiring
a mild winter and safe sea bathing.
....
Prospectus of any of the above to be obtained
from the Secretary, Castle College, or from either of
the above branches.
Holmes Misses, ladies' school
1904 - 1 Vernon Square (see Westwing College)
Isle of Wight College
In 1879 the house at Appley was purchased for an educational establishment (Isle of Wight Times, 18 September 1879).
Near RYDE.
[list of various masters]
Classical and Modern Departments. Army and
Navy Classes. Special arrangements made for Indian
boys. The College stands in 21 acres, and enjoys all
the advantages of a southern climate. Private chapel,
gymnasium, racquet and fives courts, sea bathing and
boating. Reduced fares on Isle of Wight Railways
for Pupils attending the College. For prospectus
apply to the Rev. the Head Master, or to the Secretary,
W. Hammond Riddett, Ryde.
1898 - Isle of Wight College (headmaster, Rev. William Goldsborough Whittam M.A.)
1904 - Appley, Rev. William Goldborough Whittam M.A., head master
The College closed around 1904 and the site became St Cecilia Priory (Benedictine Nuns), Appley Rise.
Little Appley School
Prepararatory for the Public Schools and H.M.S.
Britannia. The school stands in a high and healthy
position in seven acres of ground. Excellent playing
fields, gymnasium, workshop, asphalt playground,
and sanatorium.
Prospectus and all information on application. The
school may be inspected by appointment.
Headmasters: C. J. PUGH, M.A. (Cantab), and
R. W. PHILPOTT, M.A. (Cantab), F.R.G.S.
1911 - Philpott (Richard William, M.A.) & Pugh (Charles John, M.A.), preparatory school for boys, Little Apley (Under 'Oakfield')
near RYDE.
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MR. R. W. PHILPOTT, M.A., F.R.G.E.,
formerly Scholar of St. Catherine's College,
Cambridge.
assisted by an experienced staff.
PREPARES BOYS FOR THE PUBLIC
SCHOOLS and the R.N.C., DARTMOUTH,
1935 - Little Appley Preparatory School (Rev. C. E. Squire M.C., M.A., head master)
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The School has for the time being
accepted the hospitality of
THE WELLS HOUSE SCHOOL,
MALVERN WELLS,
WORCESTERSHIRE.
where, in ideal surroundings, in one of
the most sought-after evacuation areas,
it is able to retain its entity.
It is stressed that the move is purely a
temporary one. Little Appley will return
to its own quarters at the earliest
moment that the war situation appears
to justify.
1966 - Little Appley Preparatory School closed in December 1966 with the retirement of their last headmaster, Mr. K. S. Mitcheson, a former pupil, who, with his brother, Lieut-Col. P. S. Mitcheson, D.S.O., O.B.E. owned the property. (Isle of Wight County Press - 24 December 1966)
1967 - The property had been acquired by the City of Portsmouth College of Education with the intent of establishing Teacher Training on the site. (Isle of Wight County Press - 25 November 1967)
1979 - An advert for a Resident Bursar describes the property as a 'Hall of Residence' for Portsmouth Polytechnic (Isle of Wight County Press - 21 April 1979)
1981 - The Charlotte Mason School purchases the property from Hampshire County Council and moves to the site (Isle of Wight County Press - 31 July 1981)
1984 - 1989 - Various mentions in the local press refer to 'Little Appley Stage School' which had been established by former professional dancer Mary Anderson and her stage electrician husband, John. (Isle of Wight County Press - 13 January 1989)
1992 - The property, described as 'a run down old Victorian building', went on the market for an estimated price of £300,000. (Isle of Wight County Press - 21 August 1992)
Lucock Miss
1935 - school, West Street
Partlands P.N.E.U. School
1951 - 9 Partlands Avenue 1977 - did not reopen for autumn term 1977, new P.N.E.U. school (Charlotte Mason School) opens in Pellhurst Road - (Isle of Wight County Press - 26 November 1977)
(P.N.E.U. or Parents' National Educational Union see wikipedia)
Ryde College
BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL
Excellent record of successes in Oxford
Locals, College of Preceptors, Trinity
College of Music, Associated Board R.A.M.,
R.C.M., and Royal Drawing Society
Examination. Prospectus - Principal.
1935 - 87 George Street, Mrs. E. Matthews, principal
Ryde Grammar School (Ryde School)
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BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL
FOR BOYS.
(Recognised by the University of Cambridge)
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Sound Modern Public School Education, with
complete preparation for the Universities,
Professional, and Commercial Careers.
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Educational Films are shown weekly on the
School Cinematograph.
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NEW PREMISES IN QUEEN'S ROAD,
RYDE.
Owing to the continued growth of the School,
new premises have been found necessary, and
a large house, standing in about seven acres
of grounds, has been taken to give increased
accommodation. During the Summer Term
schoolrooms for 180 boys will be erected in
the grounds.
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Vacancies for the September Term are now
being filled, and early application is desirable.
Full particulars may be obtained from the
Headmaster. Telephone - Ryde 229.
1935 - 3 Queen's Road, Ryde School (W. L. McIsaac, head master)
1951 - 3 Queen's Road, A. J. Mornard, head master (boarding & day)
1994 - Ryde School merged with Upper Chine School, Shanklin, the new school being known as 'Ryde School with Upper Chine' - (Isle of Wight County Press - 2 September 1994 page 51)
1995 - In April 1995 Ryde School with Upper Chine purchased Bembridge School (Isle of Wight County Press - 28 April 1995 page 1)
Ryde High School, for Girls
FOR GIRLS
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This school is now open and is being tem-
porarily carried on at the Welby Institute
West St., Ryde. Special attention is given
to the preparation of pupils for the Univer-
sity Examinations and for Professional and
Commercial Careers. Terms Moderate.
Particulars from the Principal at the School
or at 29 High-street, Newport.
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Next Term commences May 9th, 1928.
The Principle will be at the Welby
Institute on Monday and Tuesday, May
7th and 8th, between 2.30 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Ryde School of Science & Art
1904 - 37 George street, William Henry Dann B.A. sec. ; William Cox, head master
1935 - 101 George Street, School of Art (Isle of Wight County Council) (W. C. Wearne, head master)
1951 - 101 George Street, School of Art (Isle of Wight County Council)
Shaw Misses K. & M.
LADIES' SCHOOL.
PRINCIPALS:- THE MISSES SHAW.
Visiting Masters. Certified Resident
Governesses. Careful supervision, with every home
comfort.
French, Music, Drawing, Painting, and Class Sing-
ing included in the school fees, which are moderate.
Gymnasium classes attended.
Pupils prepared for the University and all other
Examinations.
HANOVER HOUSE, GEORGE STREET.
1904 - 19 George Street , school
Sherbourne Academy
1951 - 12 Queen's Road, Miss B. James L.R.A.M, M.R.S.T., private school
Spanner Miss A., school
1904 - Belmont, Trinity Street
St. Austell's School
NORTHFIELD, RYDE
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Preparation for the Public Schools, Navy, etc.
Principals -
MR. R. J. LEGGE, B.A., Diploma of
Education, Cambridge
MR. G. R. TADMAN, M.C., B.A.,
Honours in Maths., Cambridge.
Private Coaching for University Entrance,
Sandhurst, etc., may be arranged.
St. Boniface College
ONLY.
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ST. BONIFACE COLLEGE, SOUTHLANDS,
RYDE, I.W.
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Summer Term commences May 1st.
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Particulars on applications to the Principal, who is
at home every Monday afternoon, or at any other
time by appointments.
1904 - Park Road
St. George's school
SPENCER ROAD, RYDE.
INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION.
Numbers limited to ensure highest possible
results for each Boy. SPECIAL JUNIOR
DEPARTMENT for Boys from 5 to 8 years
under H.F.U. Honours Lady Teacher.
Full particulars from the Secretary.
Winter Term commences September 19th.
1935 - Spencer Road, Raynold-Gill Howard Ernest A.C.P., F.R.G.S., M.R.S.T.
Westwing Colledge
1898 - Holmes Edith & Frances (Misses), boarding & day school for girls, Westwing college, Vernon square
BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS.
Principle : The Misses Hough and Egerton,
assisted by Miss Snow, M.A., OXON.(Head-
mistress) and a staff of ten fully qualified
resident mistresses, including Games Mistress
(Bedford Diploma). Preparations for Exams.
Laboratory, Crafts, Trained Nurse as Matron.
SEPARATE KINDERGARTEN DEPARTMENT
for BOYS and GIRLS.
1935 - 47 Dover Street, & 1 Vernon Square, Westwing School for Girls (Miss Hough & Mrs. Satterthwaite)
1951 - 1 Belvedere Street & 1 & 2 Vernon Square, Westwing School for Girls (Miss K. M. Barton, principal)
RYDE
BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL
FOR GIRLS.
Phone Ryde 2601.
RYDE
BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL
FOR GIRLS.
Chairman of the Board of Governors:
The Venerable A. Cory, M.A. (Oxon),
Principal:
MISS M. O. WINDSOR, B.A. (Oxon)
Private Transport Daily.
Apply to the Bursar,
Phone Ryde 2601.
The "London Gazette" announces that at an extraordinary meeting of the members ... the following resolution was passed: "That it has been proved to the satisfaction of this meeting that the company cannot, by reason of its liabilities, continue its business, and that it is advisable to wind up the same, and that accordingly that the company be wound up voluntarily....".
Wimbledon House Preparatory School
1935 - 16 Monkton Street, Miss A. C. Aylward A.i.C.M., A.A. principal
