Watching your children head off on their next adventure is nerve-wracking for parents – whether they are starting school for the first time, or just moving up to the next year group.
But all of the preparations have paid off and the first week of the 2022/2023 school year is almost over; we hope they had a great time in class.
Parents and guardians across South Tyneside were poised with their cameras to capture the milestone moment of their child’s first day.
And the Gazette received hundreds of pictures from proud families in recognition of the special occasion.
Here’s a selection of your back-to-school snaps – thank you to everyone who submitted a photograph; we’re just sorry we can’t share them all!
Parents and guardians across South Tyneside were poised with their cameras to capture the milestone moment of their child’s first day.
5. Look at those smiles
Back to school in South Tyneside. Archie going into Year 2 and Albie going into Year 5. Photo: Courtney Adams
6. Rock on!
Back to school in South Tyneside. Finley and Hayden going into Year 2 and Year 5. Photo: Amy Pearce
7. Boy in blue
Back to school in South Tyneside. Tommy, age 4, ready to start his adventure in Reception class. Photo: Beth Atkinson
8. First day
Back to school in South Tyneside. Casey-Leigh is ready to go into Year 5. Photo: Sam Brown