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Samuel Wilderspin

1791-03-23 – 1866-03-10

Portrait of Samuel Wilderspin
Portrait of Samuel Wilderspin (1791–1866), English educationist.Credit: Engraver George Thomas Payne, after John Rogers Herbert

Life & Legacy

Samuel Wilderspin (23 March 1791, in Hornsey, Wakefield – 1866) was an English educator known for his pioneering work on infant schools. His belief was that a child should be encouraged to learn through experience, and to development in feelings as well as intellect. His work provided the model for infant schools in Europe and North America.

Occupation & Career

educator

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q604351 — wikidata View source

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