And for years the Gazette has published pictures of these new starters, so families can keep the paper as a souvenir of the momentous occasion. Here’s a flashback to our pictures from 15 years ago, so these little ones will have left school by now!
5. Longhorsley
New starters at Longhorsley St Helen's CoE Aided First School in September 2007. Photo: Kate Miller
6. Hipsburn
New starters at Hipsburn First School in September 2007. Photo: Jane Coltman
7. Broomhill
New starters at Broomhill First School in September 2007. Photo: Jane Coltman
8. Broomhill
New starters at Broomhill First School in September 2007. Photo: Jane Coltman