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Establishment of the School

When
1487
Where
Stockport, England
Part of
Founding of Stockport Grammar School

Sir Edmund Shaa founded Stockport Grammar School in 1487 via his will, providing for a school and chapel in Stockport.

The school was founded in 1487 by Sir Edmund Shaa, a former Lord Mayor of London. His will provided for a school and a small chapel in St Mary's Church in Stockport, along with funds to maintain a priest to chant masses and teach grammar.

Sources

  1. Stockport Grammar School Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-07

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