Every year, The News spends weeks visiting schools across the area capturing the latest wave of reception starters.
Ahead of the release of our first class supplement in November, we’ve taken a look back at last year’s photos.
Take a trip down memory lane with 160 heartwarming photos of reception starters from across the area:
17. Bidbury Infant School
The News, Portsmouth First Class Supplement 2025: Pictured - Diamond Class at Bidbury Infant School in Bedhampton. Picture: Sam Stephenson (230925-01) | Sam Stephenson
18. Bishop's Waltham Infant School
The News, Portsmouth First Class supplement 2025: Pictured - Owl Reception Class at Bishop's Waltham Infant School, Bishop's Waltham. Picture: Sarah Standing (021025-454) | Sarah Standing
19. Bishop's Waltham Infant School
The News, Portsmouth First Class supplement 2025: Pictured - Rabbit Reception Class at Bishop's Waltham Infant School, Bishop's Waltham. Picture: Sarah Standing (021025-396) | Sarah Standing
20. Bramble Infant School and Nursery
The News, Portsmouth First Class Supplement 2025: Pictured - Oak Class at Bramble Infant School and Nursery in Southsea. Picture: Sam Stephenson (061025-03) | Sam Stephenson