But here are some pictures from our library which reminds folk that there were many happy years to be enjoyed if you wind the clock back far enough.
5. Cartons of all shapes and sizes come in handy for first years craft work at St John the Baptist Primary
. Photo: Frank Orrell
6. Liam Penny, 10, of St John The Baptist CE School, in control under the watchful eye of Keigh Hough, during their trip on a narrow boat along the canal at New Springs
. Photo: NF
7. Flour power third year pupils Ian Melling, Christopher Whyman, Helen Webb and Wendy Gray cake-making at St John the Baptist Primary
. Photo: Frank Orrell
8. Irene Dutch, crossing lady outside St John the Baptist Primary , keeps the pedestrians moving on the busy stretch of Wigan Road, New Springs
. Photo: NICK FAIRHURST