Retro: first days at school around Newtownabbey

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

We’ve delved into the archives and turned up this great selection of P1 pupils from their first days at various schools across Newtownabbey over recent years.

It’s sure to bring back a few memories.

9. First days at school

Mrs McQueen and Mrs Stewart's P1 class at Fairview Primary in 2015. Photo: Alistair Mawhinney

10. First days at school

Mrs Bell and Mrs McKee's P1 class at Glengormley Integrated Primary School in 2013. Photo: Freddie Parkinson

11. First days at school

Mrs Graham's P1 class at Hollybank Primary School in 2012. Photo: Freddie Parkinson

12. First days at school

Pupils who started P1 at Kilbride Central PS in 2018. Photo: Alistair Mawhinney

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