Commemorative plaque 77267

This commemorative plaque records: Exeter Schools Board Holloway Street Schools This stone was laid on the 9th day of October 1875 These schools complete the number required by the Education Act 1871 William Barnes Chairman of the Board, Thomas Andrew Vice chairman, Revd Henry Bramley, William Buckingham, Bartholomew Charles Gidley, William Townsend, Charles Westron, John Henry Bond, Frederick Clapp, John Austin Clerk, Pearson Hayward Architect, Charles H Tozer Builder Recorded plaque organisation: Exeter Schools Board.

The plaque commemorates the completion of Holloway Street Schools in Exeter, fulfilling requirements set by the Education Act 1871; it honors key figures including William Barnes as Chairman and Revd Henry Bramley among others who were instrumental in establishing public education infrastructure.