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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

The Hampden District High School

The Hampden District High School stands on a section of an acre and a half, and fronts two streets. The building, which is of wood, contains four rooms, with accommodation for 200 children. A large playground surrounds the school, and a covered shed is available in wet weather. The schoolhouse, of eight rooms, stands on a corner of the property, and there is also a glebe of twelve acres and a half belonging to the school. Formerly a primary school, it was formed into a High School in 1902. The number of names on the roll is 150, and there is an average attendance of 130. Already four pupils, who have passed the civil service examinations, have obtained appointments in the service. Special features of the school are cottage gardening, a cadet corps, a gymnasium for the boys, and cooking classes for the girls. Separate gymnasium and cooking rooms are about to be erected.