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Netball was the most popular sport in the girls' school timeline.
Netball was the most popular sport in the girls' school timeline.
False
John Wolmer founded the school in 1729.
John Wolmer founded the school in 1729.
False
The school was moved to Duke Street in 1736.
The school was moved to Duke Street in 1736.
False
Girls were admitted to the school in 1742.
Girls were admitted to the school in 1742.
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The first female teacher was hired in 1779.
The first female teacher was hired in 1779.
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Study Notes
Sports Program
- Tennis and basketball were the main focus of the games program
- Other popular sports included swimming, hockey, badminton, and English country dancing
- Basketball was the most popular sport, but was later replaced by netball in the girls' school
Founding and Timeline
- John Wolmer died on June 29, 1729, leaving a will that founded Wolmer's Trust in 1736
- Harbour Street School opened in 1738
- The school moved to Duke Street in 1742
- The school was affected by the Tacky Rebellion in 1760
Girls' Admission and Education
- Girls were admitted to the school in 1760
- A house was leased on Church Street in March 1777 for the school
- The first female teacher was hired in 1777
- The girls' division was created in 1779
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Test your knowledge about the history of Wolmer's School, from its founding to the development of its games program. Learn about the popular sports and activities that shaped the school's identity. Discover the key milestones and dates that made Wolmer's School what it is today.
