During World War Two 30 children from London were educated at Spring Hill
During World War Two, children in London were in great danger from flying bombs. Their parents were encouraged to send them to safer parts of the country, like Accrington to avoid the blitz. They were called 'evacuees' and lived with foster families here. 30 children from Ilford in London were educated for a time in 1944 at Spring Hill. Their names are in the school admissions book. They will be about 65 years old now.
Perhaps some will still remember their time at Spring Hill.
Mr. Spencer, head teacher during the war, wrote in the school logbook:
| August 18th | “30 children from London…evacuees because of flying bombs admitted…” |
Blitz - The bombing campaign during the Second World War was referred to as the Blitz which was shortened from Blitzkrieg, the German word meaning lightning war.