Countesthorpe is a village approximately six miles south of Leicester city centre. It was part of the parish of Blaby until 1935. Daily schools for poorer families in 1818 (population 593 in 1811) In 1818 there were several dames’ schools and a school room [on the corner of the churchyard], which together catered for 100 children. … Continue reading Schools in Countesthorpe, 1818-51