Geelong Industrial School (1865 - 1880)

From

c. 1865

To

c. 1880

Categories

Industrial School, Government-run, Home

Alternative Names

• Industrial School for Girls

The Geelong Industrial School was established in around 1865. In 1869, the School moved from Ryrie Street to Myers Street. It housed children including those who, for health reasons, were moved from Melbourne's industrial schools. In 1879, there were 81 girls at the Industrial School in Geelong, including those who had been transferred from Royal Park Industrial School.

Locations

c. 1865 - 1869

Location - Geelong Industrial School was located at Ryrie St, Geelong

1869 - c. 1880

Location - Geelong Industrial School was located in the former gaol at Myers St, Geelong