Back to school! 87 throwback retro pics of Preston and South Ribble schools in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s

And sure, while at the time everyone was busy telling you to enjoy your schooldays and that it was the best time of your life, we were all far too focused on how unjust homework was, teenage drama, and the paramount importance of exams to really savour those times.

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But now you can take a trip back in time and reminisce with the benefit of hindsight.

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See if you can spot any familiar faces...

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