Ragged School Museum in London: photos, reviews

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Housed in a former Victorian school, the Ragged School Museum in London offers a fascinating journey back in time. With a solid 4.5-star rating, it's a hit among visitors of all ages. The museum features a meticulously recreated classroom where interactive activities bring history to life, making learning an engaging experience for children. Facilities are family-friendly, including essential amenities like toilets, ensuring a comfortable visit. Whether you're curious about the past or seeking an educational outing, this museum provides a unique glimpse into Victorian education.

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Suitable for children, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Toilet

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The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Harford Street (Stop T)

Bus stop 281 m walk

St Dunstan's Mews, White Horse Road, E1 0EN

Bus stop 378 m walk

Eric Street (Stop MN)

Bus stop 417 m walk

4.5

based on 405 reviews

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4.5/5 338 reviews

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4.3/5 67 reviews

Jeff Downham

My wife and I just visited The Ragged School Museum and it was absolutely brilliant, very interesting and atmospheric in a beautiful Victorian building. Well worth a visit 👍👍👍👍

Sadek Miah

A hidden gem that deserves a lot more exposure as it highlights just how tragic life was for Victorian parents who couldn't afford education for their children, and how the concept of Ragged School sought to correct this gap for the thousands of impoverished kids living in London. There's an entire classroom that gives you an idea of how basic the day to day learning was and it's actually used even now to give kids today an idea of just how simple the classrooms back then really were. There's also a room above the classroom that paints a picture of what extreme poverty looked like in Victorian London and it makes for a sombre experience. Definitely a museum that's under the radar but one that you should check out to learn just how tragically difficult it was for Victorian children to have an education - a tool that by right should be universal for all, no matter who you are or where you're from.

Cheryl Huxley

What a great museum. We enjoyed reading all the information about the school and the children that attended. And really loved the classroom and being able to sit at the desks. It's fascinating to see how life was during that period. Well worth visiting.

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