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Making Maxilla Happen

Community action in North Kensington in the 60s and 70s: how and why Maxilla came about.

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The Early Years

A pioneering provision for children under 5, their parents and the community.

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Tightening the Screw

Cuts, changes and challenges that impacted on the original vision and ethos of Maxilla's founders.

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The Later Years

Reinstating a combined centre and becoming outstanding once more.

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The End of an Era

Despite fierce parent protest, Maxilla closed its doors in July 2015 — The magnificent garden is now a forest school.

 

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An interview with Karen Buck MP


Excerpts from an interview on 08/04/2016 — 18min 02sec
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‘‘‘I feel very privileged that I’ve had a chance to work there … and I still see parents now … and probably grandparents … and they still comment about how Maxilla was very special for them and their child … yeah, a really really special place and I just hope we can carry on going … to even just use the garden, it would be very special if that could continue.’

Suzanne Rowan, former Nursery Officer in Nursery School, 1983–1998

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