| Name: | Heatherbloom School |
| Location: | Heatherbloom Polia Road, Pooncarie (Darling) |
| Use: | School House |
| Constructed: | 1920 |
| Demolished: | 0 |
| Theme: | Services and Community Facilities |
| Condition: | Derelict |
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Statement of Heritage Significance:
Architecture/Environment:
A single room, corrugated iron structure supported by stumps with a front and rear wooden verandah. Currently in extreme disrepair.
History:
Mr A Smith drew the lease to heatherbloom , which was one of five properties formerly part of Polia, in about 1910. Mrs Smith, who had seven children, was concerned for their education and organised a subsidised school which was worked on a shared basis with families from nearby properties.
Recommendation:
Encourage restoration
References:
Lans & Smith, ‘History of Pooncarie and District’
Recording Date: 15/12/1988
PHOTOGRAPHS:
Film Frame Nos:
6605/36