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.

13. First days at school

King's Park Primary School P1 class with teacher, Miss McKee and assistants Kirsty Holmes and Janice Martin in 2018. Photo: Alistair Mawhinney

14. First days at school

Mallusk Integrated Primary School P1 class with Mrs Kinsella in 2018. Photo: Alistair Mawhinney

15. First days at school

Mrs Gillespie's P1 class at Mossgrove PS in 2018. Photo: Alistair Mawhinney

16. First days at school

Mrs Hancock's P1 class at Mossley PS in 2016. Photo: Phillip Byrne

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