Parish Church Schools Lower Tweedale Street / Coventry Street, Rochdale

The new Parish Church Schools at Rochdale were opened on Saturday afternoon in the presence of a large gathering of people. The new buildings, which are from the designs of Mr Henry Lord, of this city are situated near the railway station, at the corner of Lower Tweedale Street and Coventry Street, and they provide accommodation for 468 boys and girls. Seven large classrooms are arranged on either side of a very handsome central hall, 74 feet by 31 feet, and at each end the teachers’ rooms, cloakrooms and lavatories are placed.. The architect describes the exterior as “slightly Flemish in character.” The structure is carried out in red brick and terra cotta. Exclusive of the site, which has been presented, the cost of the building and furniture amounts to £7,435. ... report continues with details of opening. [Manchester Guardian 4 March 1895 page 3]

Also known as Rochdale Gymnasium School?

Reference    Manchester Guardian 4 March 1895 page 3 – opening
Reference    Manchester Courier 4 March 1895page 6 - opening