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A mother drops off her son at his new school, South Mead School, Southfield, Wimbledon
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A mother drops off her son at his new school, South Mead School, Southfield, Wimbledon
A mother drops off her son at his new school, South Mead School, Southfield, Wimbledon. Seen here meeting his new teacher for the first time. 14th January 1954
Bela Zola
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
E379
Media ID 21801353
© Mirrorpix
1954 Childen Classroom Coats Desks Fifties Infant School Merton Mother Schoolchildren Teacher
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In this nostalgic print captured by Bela Zola, we are transported back to the 1950s in England. The image portrays a heartwarming moment as a mother drops off her young son at his new school, South Mead School, located in Southfield, Wimbledon. It is the 14th of January, 1954. The photograph beautifully captures the innocence and anticipation that comes with starting a new chapter in life. We witness the young boy standing beside his mother, both dressed warmly for the chilly London weather. With their coats on and bags in hand, they stand outside the school building where he will embark on his educational journey. As they approach the entrance of South Mead School, we see them meeting his new teacher for the first time. The child's eyes sparkle with curiosity while his mother wears an expression filled with pride and perhaps a hint of bittersweetness. This snapshot not only showcases a significant milestone in one family's life but also provides us with glimpses into education during that era - desks neatly arranged within classrooms symbolize orderliness and discipline. Bela Zola's skillful composition allows us to step into this historical moment frozen in time; it reminds us of our own childhood memories and highlights how education has evolved over generations.
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