FIRST DAYS: Wigan school reception classes in 2011

This gallery looks back to when our photographers visited primary schools in the Wigan borough in 2011, as pupils settled into their reception classes and posed for photos for our Wigan Observer supplement First Days.

By Michelle Adamson

Published 22nd Sep 2023, 04:55 BST

Wigan – New school starters in 2011.

Twins Darcey and Finley, of Mrs Huyton's Reception Class at St Benedict's Catholic Primary School, Hindley.

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Twins Darcey and Finley, of Mrs Huyton's Reception Class at St Benedict's Catholic Primary School, Hindley. Photo: Nick Fairhurst

St Benedict's Catholic Primary, Hindley, Mrs Huyton

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St Benedict's Catholic Primary, Hindley, Mrs Huyton Photo: Nick Fairhurst

All Saints Primary, Finch Lane, Appley Bridge. Mrs Liversidge class - First Days 2011

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All Saints Primary, Finch Lane, Appley Bridge. Mrs Liversidge class - First Days 2011 Photo: Paul Greenwood

Marsh Green Primary School, Kitt Green Road, Mrs Davies class - First Days 2011

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Marsh Green Primary School, Kitt Green Road, Mrs Davies class - First Days 2011 Photo: Paul Greenwood