
It founded in 1817 and is one of the oldest educational institutions in St. Petersburg. Initially the institution was organized as a noble board – ie, Closed. social class institution with the rights of the higher education institution. Graduates of it had the right to receive “class ranks” who were in the “Table of Ranks.” Tuition and stay in the boarding school students was carried out by parents. Studied at the guest house for 5 years (fifth grade was a...