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Old school Quote by Charles Dickens

“He is of what is called the old school - a phrase generally meaning any school that seems never to have been young.” quote by Charles Dickens
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““He is of what is called the old school - a phrase generally meaning any school that seems never to have been young.””

Charles Dickens

About This Quote

Source Novel: Great Expectations, 1861

The “old school” refers to traditions that never felt youthful, implying stagnation.

In simple terms: Old school means never youthful.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change, avoid stagnation.

Themes

tradition stagnation generational change

Mood

critical thought‑provoking

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education reform
  • organizational culture

Key Concepts

cultural inertia historical perspective

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “old school” habits hold you back?
  • How can tradition be revitalized?
A Different Perspective

Old habits may resist necessary innovation.

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