100 years of girls’ education at Fence Avenue
One hundred years ago, Macclesfield High School for Girls moved to brand new premises on Fence Avenue. The official opening in February 1909 marked the start of eight flourishing decades for the school but, sadly, in 1990 it was forced to close. The site lay empty and neglected for two years until the King’s School Foundation bought it for its new Girls’ Division, breathing fresh life into the buildings and grounds.
To celebrate 100 years of Girls’ Education at Fence Avenue, a special Founders’ Day ceremony will be held on 13th February with guest speaker Ann Widdecombe MP, and on 27th March the Girls’ Division will host an Open Afternoon for former High School pupils. The fascinating history of Macclesfield High School for Girls will be on display in an exhibition at the public library for a fortnight from 9th February.
King’s is keen to hear from anyone with memories or memorabilia of the High School. Please contact Jean Laidlaw or Claire Caton on 01625 260000 or