‘Those who were weak suffered the most’

A SIMILAR regime of harsh conditions operated across all boys schools.

Clothes given to new boys were often made of rough tweed, and winter coats and wet weather clothing were rarely reported. Personal hygiene was treated in a regimented manner, with little or no toiletries provided for communal showers before 1970.

Silence was often enforced in the dormitories, during mealtimes and while working.