Arthur William Trollope facts for kids

Arthur William Trollope (1768–1827) was an important English church leader and a headmaster. He led Christ's Hospital, a famous school, starting in 1799.

A Life of Learning and Teaching

Arthur William Trollope was born in 1768. His father, Thomas Trollope, was a merchant in London. Arthur started school at Christ's Hospital in 1775 when he was just seven years old. He studied there until 1787.

After Christ's Hospital, he went to Pembroke College, Cambridge University. He earned several degrees: a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in 1791, a Master of Arts (M.A.) in 1794, and a Doctor of Divinity (D.D.) in 1815. He was known as a very skilled scholar of classical languages like Latin and Greek.

In 1795, he won the Seatonian prize for an English poem. The poem was about the Destruction of Babylon. A year later, in 1796, he became a vicar in Ugley and a curate in St Nicholas' Church, Berden, both in Essex.

Leading Christ's Hospital

In 1799, Arthur Trollope became the headmaster of Christ's Hospital. He took over from James Boyer, who had been his own teacher. Boyer was known for being a strict disciplinarian. Trollope also could be strict, but he was very successful as a headmaster.

Many of his students became famous. Some of them were Thomas Mitchell, who was a classical scholar, and Thomas Barnes, who became a well-known journalist. Other notable students included George Townsend and James Scholefield.

In 1814, the leaders of Christ's Hospital gave Trollope a new position. He became the rector of Colne-Engaine in Essex. Because of this, he left his earlier church roles in Ugley and Berden. He continued as headmaster until November 28, 1826. After he left, John Greenwood, who was the second master, took over his role.

Arthur Trollope passed away at the rectory in Colne-Engaine on May 24, 1827. He was also a member of the Society of Antiquaries of London. This group studies history and old objects.

His Family

Arthur Trollope married Sarah. Her father was William Wales, who was a master at the Royal Mathematical School. Arthur and Sarah had many children. Their oldest son was William Trollope (1798–1863), who grew up to be an author.