And here’s a selection of nostalgic views of South Tyneside children playing with their friends in years gone by.
Were you pictured at Westoe Crown or West Boldon Primary? Are you in these Biddick Hall, Oakleigh Gardens or Mortimer Primary School photos?
Take a look and get in touch to tell us more.
1. Buddies together in 2006
These pupils from Stanhope Primary School were keen playground buddies. Remember this from 14 years ago? Photo: TR
2. New facilities at Biddick Hall
These children were enjoying the new playground equipment at Biddick Hall Infant School in 2008. Photo: gz
3. Award winners in 2006
These Oakleigh Gardens students had every reason to look pleased in 2006. It was the year when the school won a Playground Partnership Award. Photo: gz
4. Great news in 2009
The playground buddies at Westoe Crown Primary School were celebrating the school's great Ofsted report 11 years ago. Can you spot anyone you know? Photo: TR