It’s a time of learning and laughter, of friendship and exploration, and of drama, long summers, and rebellion. For many, it’s the best time of their lives, so here are a few nostalgic images of what school was like back in 1980s Preston…
13. '80s Preston Schools
Popular teacher Mrs Dorothy Harrison went back to school this week... six weeks after she retired. The children and staff at Middleforth Primary School in Penwortham, Preston, wanted to say a heartfelt "thank you" to the lady who spent 25 years at the blackboard. Mrs Harrison, of Chain House Lane, Whitestake, near Preston, was presented with flowers and gifts in front of a huge audience, including parents and former staff Photo: RETRO
14. '80s Preston Schools
Two happy rounders teams from Ashton High School who won the Preston School Rounders Tournament held at Longridge High School. The senior team beat St Thomas More, and the U14 team beat Ribbleton Photo: RETRO
15. '80s Preston Schools
Men of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines gave Preston children a taste of life in the services when they visited Ribbleton Hall High School. Pictured with fourth year pupils are (from left) Marine Andy Christy, Cpl Jumper Collins and Marine Buster Brown Photo: RETRO
16. '80s Preston Schools
Pupils from Brookfield Primary School in Preston are welcomed into the Mayor's Parlour by Coun Denis Kehoe and Mrs S Lind Photo: RETRO