Our Lady and St Margaret's Primary School facts for kids
Our Lady and St Margaret's Primary School was a Catholic primary school in Glasgow, Scotland. It was located on Stanley Street in an area called Kinning Park. For some time, it also served as a junior secondary school. The school had an extra building, or "annex," nearby at Admiral Street Infants School.
What Was Our Lady and St Margaret's School?
Our Lady and St Margaret's Primary School was a place where children learned and grew. It was a Catholic school, meaning it was connected to the Catholic Church. The school first opened its doors in 1910.
A Look at Its History
The school building was designed by architects named Bruce & Hay. These architects were well-known for creating large buildings like warehouses and offices. Because of this, some people thought the school looked a bit like a warehouse! The school taught many students over the years. It finally closed down between 1996 and 1997.
The School's Unique Design
The building of Our Lady and St Margaret's Primary School is quite special. It is a "listed building," which means it's an important historical or architectural site that needs to be protected. It's listed as a Category C(s) building because it's a good example of a school built on a "palazzo" scale. A palazzo is a grand, impressive building, often like a palace.
Inside the building, there was also a "presbytery." This was a home for a priest, which opened even earlier, in 1882. One of the most interesting parts of the school's design was its playgrounds. These playgrounds were located on the upper floors of the building! Today, the school building is still standing.
