This book, which was first published in 1928, provides a concise account of life at Bembridge school and the methods employed there.

Dedication; Illustrations; 1. To the general reader; 2. The school museum and art gallery; 3. The place of drawing; 4. Woodcuts; 5. The influence of a printing press; 6. The activities around a woodwork shop; 7. Gardening as a school activity; 8. The work of a scientific society; 9. The work of an art society; 10. Literary adventures; 11. The practice of pottery; 12. Guide posts; 13. Writing in script; 14. Plays and their productions; 15. Holiday occupations for boys; 16. An experiment in international education; 17. In foreign fields; 18. Some reflections and suggestions; Epilogue.