of the old school

of the old school

Having views or subscribing to values or traditions from an earlier era. Typically describes one who is resistant to change or new ways of doing things. John is of the old school—he still believes in the effectiveness of corporal punishment. My grandmother is of the old school, so she would never make gravy with something out of a jar.See also: of, old, school

of the old school

traditional or old-fashioned. 1998 Imogen de la Bere The Last Deception of Palliser Wentwood He came of the old school, in which men did not weep in front of other men. See also: of, old, school

of the ˈold school

following old methods, standards, etc: He’s one of the old school, a teacher who believes in discipline and politeness.See also: of, old, school