The last days of school are always a bittersweet moment for many so we asked our readers to send in pictures of their child’s first and last days at school.

School is a big part of your life, and when you’re younger you have spent the majority of your life in school.

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With this in mind, it’s no wonder children change and grow from their first day in nursery to their last day at primary school.

We asked readers to send in pictures of their children on the first day of school compared to their last day at school.

Take a look at the pictures below:

The Northern Echo: Alicia first day of nursery and last day of year 6 from Gemma ThompsonAlicia first day of nursery and last day of year 6 from Gemma Thompson

The Northern Echo: Picture by Emma Ebdon Picture by Emma Ebdon

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The Northern Echo: Picture: Vicki AllisonPicture: Vicki Allison

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