What is Beast Mart?

What is Beast Mart?

Beast Mart is an annual half-day holiday, awarded to boys to commemorate the annual cattle market that took place traditionally in the school yard (the Beast Yard). The Beast Mart declaration takes place one day in December each year.

Why were the Boston Latin grammar schools founded?

Its establishment in 1635 as the Latin Grammar School, open to all boys regardless of social class, set a precedent for tax-supported public education. Based on the English grammar school, its purpose was to educate young men in the classics as a preparation for university entrance.

When was Boston Grammar built?

1555, Boston, United Kingdom
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Who are the founders of Boston Grammar School?

The Boston Grammar School is a selective grammar school and sixth form college for boys aged 11 to 18 and girls attending the sixth form aged 16–18 located in Boston, Lincolnshire, England. A 2013 and more recent 2018 Ofsted report assessed the school overall as ‘requires improvement’. The school was founded by charter of Philip and Mary in 1555.

How old do you have to be to go to Boston Grammar?

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The Boston Grammar School is a selective grammar school and sixth form college for boys aged 11 to 18 and girls attending the sixth form aged 16–18 located in Boston, Lincolnshire, England. A 2013 and more recent 2018 Ofsted report assessed the school overall as ‘requires improvement’.

When is Beast Mart in Boston Grammar School?

Beast Mart is an annual half-day holiday, awarded to boys to commemorate the annual cattle market that took place traditionally in the school yard (the Beast Yard). The Beast Mart declaration takes place one day in December each year.

Where does the Boston Grammar School prizegiving take place?

A celebration of the granting of the school charter takes place annually at St Botolph’s Church, Boston, (known locally as Boston Stump). During this celebration the school song is traditionally sung. An annual prizegiving ceremony is held in December of each year.