And so why not take a trip down memory lane by exploring our collection of the very best archive pictures from Preston schools back in the 1980s.
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17. Pupils from St Teresa's Primary School were a stroke ahead of their rivals when they lifted the Preston Schools' Swimming Gala trophy. The all-conquering swimmers: (back row) Natasha Archer, Martin Sturzaker, (middle) Katie Watson, Andrew Platt, Michelle Turner, Jon Clarkson, and (front) Stuart Gardner.
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18. Third year pupils from Our Lady High School, off Cadley Causeway, Fulwood, Preston were taking part in an industry day, in conjunction with representatives from some of the major employers in the county. Pictured with some of the pupils is Pete Macartney of NWWA
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19. Preston scouts keeping warm (from left) Peter Nickson, Mark Ashurst, Steven Howie, Christopher McGuill and Raymond Long. The scouts were taking part in the spectaulcar annual Torchlight Parade in Preston town centre
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20. Retro *1989 Local* St Pius Prep. School,Preston get the keys to a brand new mini-bus
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