Charles Adams (headmaster)

Summary

Charles Henry Adams (1803–1871) was an English schoolmaster who served as the third and final headmaster of the "Adams dynasty" at Latymer's Charity School in Edmonton. His 39-year tenure (1828–1867) is primarily associated with the severe educational decline of the school and a major financial scandal that led to multiple official inquiries by the Charity Commissioners. The controversy surrounding his management of the Edmonton Charities ultimately resulted in his resignation and the fundamental reformation of the school under new leadership.