They are from schools across the Preston area and the youngsters were in full rehearsal for their annual festive shows when Post photographers dropped in to take their pictures in the 00s. No doubt they brought tears to the eyes of parents... and probably a few giggles too. READ MORE: Christmas Nativities from the 90s. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Preston school starters from the 00s. MORE MEMORIES: More reception class pictures from the 00s
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Schoolchildren from Roebuck Primary School performing 'The Christmas Star' in 2008 Photo: Kevin McGuinness
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Children from Ribbleton St Joseph's Primary School in their 2008 Nativity production Photo: Neil Cross
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Holme Slack Primary, Manor House Lane, Deepdale in their Nativity Photo: Donna Clifford
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Lea St Mary's Primary School performed The Little Fir Tree in 2008 Photo: Becky Matthews