And that is exactly what we have for you in this retro look back at school leavers who were saying goodbye to the juniors and getting ready for big school.
All these South Tyneside school leaver photos come from the Shields Gazette archives.
They include a prom for the leavers at Laygate School and children on their way to ‘Big School’ at Westoe Crown Primary.
Take a look and see if your loved one is in the picture.
9. In the picture at Rossmere Primary
The Rossmere School leavers look smart for a final photo together 12 years ago. Remember this? Photo: TC
10. Super at St Cuthbert's
Getting ready to leave for 'Big School' at St Cuthbert's RC Primary in 2009. Have you spotted a familiar face? Photo: LH
11. Over at Throston
A lovely reminder of the 2009 leavers at Throston Primary. Remember this? Photo: FLR
12. So smart at St Bega's
Lining up with their school friends at St Bega's RC Primary School in 2009. Who do you recognise? Photo: TC