F.O.L. Orphanage

The F.O.L. Orphanage in Norfolk is an orphanage that takes in children from all over England and gives them a sophisticated education with their own original method.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 153, page 10 The orphanage rejects outdated ideals and prides itself on its progressive education.
==Overview==
The orphanage receives donations from noblemen affiliated with the Aurora Society. The staff receive high wages, more than what senior servants at manors earn.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 204, page 4
===Geography and Security===
The orphanage is surrounded by a barbed wire fence and a forest in which various traps have been placed, e.g., bear and arrow traps. The guardhouse is always staffed, and the orphanage staff watch the children at all times. If a child attempts to flee, they are quickly caught. The following day, the staff usually announce that the runaway has reached their "fledging day."Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 200, pages 8-12
===Testing===
Every child that comes to F.O.L. Orphanage has to take both a blood test and a written test, the "aptitude test."Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 193, pages 3-5 If a child fails the blood test because of a "lack" in aptitude, they cannot become part of the orphanage's "family" and are asked to leave.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 193, pages 7-8
====Test Questions====
*Question 1: Arrange the following four animals in order of their adorableness: A. Rabbit, B. Weasel, C. Dog, D. CatKuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 193, page 5
*Question 2: Arrange the following four cakes in order of their deliciousness: A. Strawberry, B. Chocolate, C. Cheese, D. Carrot
There are no right answers to the questions, only "appropriate" ones.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 193, pages 5-6
===Classes===
Children are assigned to one of the orphanage's four classes according to their aptitude tests.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 194, page 5 Each class has its own distinct uniform and dietKuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 198, page 4 for educational reasons and because every student at the orphanage is "special."Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 194, page 7
The classes are an experiment to see whether the children's "radiance" becomes more appropriate to the "stars" if they are raised and educated to resemble them in body and soul. Pomeranians are for Sirius, Corgi for Canopus, Collie for Vega, and Mastiff for Polaris.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 204, pages 3-4
====Pomeranian Class====
This class consists of all students who scored very high in their aptitude tests; because of that, they are regarded as the "most special" among the students. Pomeranians are taught Latin and Mathematics but also various games, e.g. chess and board games. And when a Pomeranian student turns ten, they are given their own room.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 194, pages 7-8 Pomeranians are also allowed to eat sweets every day.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 194, page 10 For afternoon tea, they used to be served lemon drizzle cake before it was replaced by lemon tart.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 195, page 8
Because of their special aptitude and unlike the students of other classes, the playtime outside is very restricted to Pomeranians, e.g. they are only permitted to fly kites twice per week. Instead, Pomeranians are encouraged to stay inside and study.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 194, pages 9-10
The current oldest Pomeranian is Theodore; he succeeded Ronnie.
====Collie Class====
Collies are schooled to become domestic servants. They also study martial arts.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 194, page 6 Although the work they learn, i.a. sewing and preparing light meals, is usually done by female servants, most Collie students are boys;Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 197, page 6 there is, apparently, only one girl in the class.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 196, page 11
The current oldest Collie is Oliver.
====Corgi Class====
Students of this class specialize in physical activities, i.a. gymnastics and horse riding.
The current oldest Corgi is Mabel.
====Mastiff Class====
Beside learning how to read and write, students of this class are taught the skills needed to become senior servants capable of managing large manors.
The current oldest Mastiff is Artie.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 197, page 10
===Fledging Day===
When a student reaches their "fledging day," they leave the orphanage to live with their new family.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 198, pages 4-5 This event does not correlate with their age,Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 197, page 13 though it is unusual to reach "fledging day" very quickly for no apparent reason.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 197, page 14Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 198, page 7 Children that tried to flee reach their "fledging day" prematurely.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 200, pages 10-12
Students who have attained their "fledging day" receive a mistletoe as a goodbye gift; the plant symbolizes immortality and signifies the orphanage's wish that the child will have an eternal bond with their new family. Furthermore, Collie students sew their departing sibling a "fledging garment,"Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 198, page 2 a cape whose shape resembles bird wings.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 200, page 19 The "fledged" student wears the cape over their ceremonial clothing which is embroided with birds in flight and mistletoes.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 200, page 16 
Upcoming "fledging days" are celebrated with a grand dinner the evening before. For the occasion, all students eat the same menu for once. There is also a feast in the garden the day of the ceremony.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 200, page 15
During the ceremony, the student's hair is cut short to their scalp so that they can leave the orphanage as an "innocent being"; this is also done to ensure that the student does not bring lice or fleas to their new family.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 200, pages 16-19
Once a student leaves the orphanage, they cannot write back or see their siblings again.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 198, page 9
In reality, "fledged" students are secretly brought back to the orphanage at night. Their unconscious bodies are carried into the stableKuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 201, pages 7-11 and brought to an underground facility. They are then harvested for blood and organs.Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 203, pages 5-12
==History==
In the past, many children realized that something was wrong with the orphanage and tried to escape. The staff swiftly caught them; the escapees then reached their "fledging day" and were sent away.
==Identified Residents==
===Staff===
* Unnamed chiefKuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 192, page 14Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 197, page 11
* Susan 
* Unnamed maid with black hairKuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 192, page 12
* Johnny Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 196, page 3
* Doll 
* Snake 
* Finnian 
===Students===
* Theodore 
* Nick 
* Oliver 
* Daniel 
* Milly 
* Mabel 
* Artie 
====Former Students====
Students that reached their "fledging day" and left the orphanage.
* Ronnie Kuroshitsuji manga; Chapter 192, page 15
* Ginny 
==References==
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