Adorable photos of first days at school around Ballymoney in the 'Noughties'

Starting primary school is a big step for little ones and their families and over the years the BallymoneyTimes photographers have captured those precious first days.

We’ve delved into the archives and turned up this great selection of P1 pupils on their first day at various schools in the Ballymoney area back in the 2000s. It’s sure to bring back a few memories.

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IN A ROW. P1 pupils from the Leaney PS were full of smiles for our cameraman. Included along with Teacher, Miss Leeanne Campbell (right) are Classroom Assistants, Donna McMullan and Alison Dickie Photo: NI World

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P1 pupils from Balnamore PS pictured along with their Teacher Miss Tracy Harte and Classroom Assistant Leanne Lewis in 2009 Photo: NI World

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Kyle, Jack, Jonathon, Sophie and Jasmin, P1 pupils from Balnamore PS, with teacher Miss. T. Harte in 2007 Photo: NI World

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BIG SMILES. P1 pupils from Carrowreagh PS were full of smiles for our lensman in 2008 Photo: NI World