As the school year comes to an end, year 6 students will be excitedly preparing to start next stage of life at secondary school.
To mark this milestone, The News has visited more than 60 schools across Portsmouth and its surrounding areas to create a gallery of precious primary school memories.
To order a copy of The News’ year 6 leavers supplement, call 0330 403 0066.
Discover 136 wonderful pictures featuring more than 3,000 students:
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Pictured: Jenkins Class at Horndean CofE Junior School, Waterlooville. Picture: Sam Stephenson | Sam Stephenson
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Pictured: Jankel Class at Horndean CofE Junior School, Waterlooville. Picture: Sam Stephenson | Sam Stephenson
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Pictured: Owls Class at King's Academy College Park (Junior), Portsmouth. Picture: Sam Stephenson. | Sam Stephenson
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Pictured: Raccoons Class at King's Academy College Park (Junior), Portsmouth. Picture: Sam Stephenson | Sam Stephenson