University of Cumbria Ambleside Campus - Universities and Colleges on Waymarking.com

Charlotte Mason established her House of Education in Ambleside in 1892. She came to Ambleside because she knew the area well; she was a friend of Selina Heelis (of the Ambleside family into which Beatrix Potter was later to marry), with whom she had been at college in London in 1860/1 and whom she had often visited in Ambleside. She thought Ambleside was an ideal place to set up her training institution for governesses.

And there has been a teacher training college in Ambleside ever since. Locals still refer to it as Charlotte Mason College.

Due to reorganisation in English education system, CMC had to be adoted by a certifying body. Hence St Martins college Lancaster took over control of CMC. Much to chagrin of lecturers. Then in 2007, a University of Cumbria was formed from Cumbria's colleges.

Predominantly trainee teachers in primary education (5-11 year olds), all disciplines, plus a strong outdoor education and environmental department.

During holiday periods and weekends, parking is available on grounds for a fee.

Name: St Martin's College Ambleside Campus Location/Address: Scale How Rydal Road Ambleside, Cumbria England LA22 9BB Phone Number: 015394 30300 Web Site: [Web Link] Type of School: Undergraduate School (usually four years) School Affiliation: Public -- National Date Founded: 1892 Enrollment: 700 on this campus Nicknames/Mascots: smarties Location of GPS Coordinates: main car entrance School Colors: Not listed School Motto: Not listed

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