My late mother stayed at Fosse Rd Orphanage from 1931 to 1933. I have her autograph book which I think she was given when she left to travel to New Zealand and live with her aunt. Mentioned is Mrs Partridge, Princess Street, New Walk, Leicester, amonst other names. Not the nicest memories for my mum, but although grim, seemed to be looked after OK. Also have seen a photo which was in the newspaper of a day out at the beach for the orphans.