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Founding of Free Public School

Name: Founding of Free Public School
Start: 1616-09-15
Location: Frascati, Italy

When: 15 September 1616
Where: Frascati, Italy
Part of: Opening of First Free Public School in Frascati

The first public and free school in Europe was established in Frascati on 15 September 1616.

Initiated by Saint Joseph Calasanz, this institution opened in Frascati, Italy. It is identified in the sources as the first public and free school in Europe, marking a significant development in the history of education.

Sources

Frascati Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16

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