And so what better way to mark the resumption of the school year than to look back on a few heart-warming pictures of Preston schoolchildren back in the 1990s. After all, all these kids will be in their 20s or 30 by now!
Still fancy another trip down memory lane? Take a look at a few of our other recent retro pieces...
Still fancy another trip down memory lane? Take a look at a few of our other recent retro pieces...
21. 1990s Preston primary schools
Children form St. Patrick's Primary School in Walton-le-Dale at the Magic of Christmas Carol Concert at the Guild Hall, Preston Photo: RETRO
22. 1990s Preston primary schools
Will you be my Valentine? Raees Patel, five, surprises Grace Osbourne, four, with a bouquet of flowers at Kennington Primary School, Fulwood, Preston Photo: RETRO
23. 1990s Preston primary schools
Linda Walsh, the head teacher of St. Anthony's RC Primary School, Fulwood, Preston, with four of her pupils (from left) Gemma Edwards, Zara Bridge, Harry Kampz and Robert Ward Photo: RETRO