So we asked proud parents to share their pictures with us, whether their child is starting nursery, school or high school.
From nervous smiles to proud poses, here are just some of the pictures we received from parents.
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Laura Hall sent us this picture of four-year-old Bailey seed who has started reception. Photo: Laura Hall
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Buddy Haslam, age 4, all ready to start reception. Picture: Liz Armstrong Photo: Liz Armstrong
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Louise Barnes daughters Sophie going into year 4, Ruby starting high school. Photo: Louise Barnes
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Levi age 4, on his first day in reception. Pictures: Lynne Warburton Photo: Lynne Warburton