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!
9. Felton
New starters at Felton First School in September 2007. Photo: Jane Coltman
10. Belford
New starters at Belford First School in September 2007. Photo: Jane Coltman
11. St John's, Alnwick
New starters at St John's RC First School, Alnwick, in September 2007. Photo: Jane Coltman
12. St John's, Alnwick
New starters at St John's RC First School, Alnwick, in September 2007. Photo: Jane Coltman