Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Magdalen College School

The Magdalen College School

England
List entry 1004931
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Magdalen College School is a medieval educational building located in Lincolnshire, England. The school was established as part of the charitable and educational activities of Magdalen College, Oxford, reflecting the late medieval and early modern expansion of organised schooling beyond monastic and cathedral institutions. The surviving structure demonstrates the architectural character typical of purpose-built educational facilities of its period, with physical features reflecting its function as a teaching establishment. The building remains an important record of educational provision and institutional development during the transition from medieval to early modern England.

The Magdalen College School is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004931. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Magdalen College School?

The Magdalen College School is a medieval educational building located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004931.

Who is responsible for protecting The Magdalen College School?

The Magdalen College School is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1004931.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Magdalen College School?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wainfleet All Saints market cross (0.2 km), Medieval salt workings (1.4 km), Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard (2.8 km).

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