Lorne Street Primary School, Category B listed primary school in Glasgow, Scotland
Lorne Street Primary School is a protected school building at 28 Lorne Street in Glasgow with architectural features that secure its listed building status. The building, designed by H&D Barclay, features typical Victorian school architecture with multiple classrooms and educational spaces.
The school opened in 1892 as part of Glasgow's educational expansion during the Victorian era. It has served the local community for over a century while preserving its original architecture.
John Maclean, a notable socialist politician, taught here until 1915 when his political activism led to his dismissal. The school was a place where progressive ideas circulated among the teaching staff of the time.
The building is an active school today and can be viewed from the outside, with the facade and architectural details visible from the street. Access to the interior is normally restricted to school hours and special events.
The school building sits at a location continuously used for education since 1892, making it a stable anchor for the local community. The fact that it has functioned for over 130 years without major alterations demonstrates the durability of its original design principles.
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