Wimbledon College, Catholic secondary school in Merton, London.
Wimbledon College is a Catholic boys' secondary school in the London Borough of Merton, operating as a voluntary aided institution with state funding. The listed building displays red brick facades, tall windows with white frames, and a symmetrical layout around a central courtyard.
The school opened in 1892 as a Jesuit foundation and underwent several expansions during the early 20th century. After World War II, management shifted to a secular Catholic model with state support.
Students wear uniforms and attend chapel services regularly, both visible parts of daily routine. The sports field sits at the center of the grounds and is used for rugby and football.
The school grounds sit about a ten-minute walk from Wimbledon station, reached via residential streets. The main entrance stands on Edge Hill Road and is open to visitors during school hours.
A small garden with religious statues sits behind the main building and is often overlooked. The original chapel retained its Victorian stained glass windows depicting biblical scenes in bold colors.
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