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Treetops School

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Treetops School — a school heritage in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Treetops School is a school heritage located in england-london, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.

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Place summary

Treetops School is an educational institution located in London. It provides specialised support for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school's focus is on fostering a nurturing environment for personal development and learning.

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Background

History

The Grays Thurrock Open-Air School For 60 Delicate Children was opened in 1930 by Essex County Council. It was located on Rectory Road, Little Thurrock and most of its pupils had been released from sanatoriums. The school closed temporarily from September 1939 to March 1940 because of the Second World War, with its site being used for an Air Raid Precautions outpost. When the school reopened its site was shared on a part-time basis with two other schools in the local area. In 1960 the school relocated to a mansion known as The Elms, located on Dell Road. It became a special school and was adjacent to The Dell, a house formerly owned by Alfred Russel Wallace and one of the first to be built…

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Coordinates
51.4931, 0.3567
District
Thurrock
Parish
Thurrock, unparished area
Postcode
RM16 2FD
Parliamentary constituency
Thurrock
Established
1930

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Treetops School?
Treetops School is in London, United Kingdom (postcode RM16 2FD), in the parish of Thurrock, unparished area.
When was Treetops School built?
Built or established in 1930.
Is Treetops School free to visit?
Yes, Treetops School is free to enter.
How do I get to Treetops School?
Drivers can navigate to postcode RM16 2FD. It sits within the Thurrock parliamentary constituency.