And here’s a selection of nostalgic views of Wearside children playing with their friends in years gone by.
But what do you remember of these scenes. Are you pictured or perhaps you recognise someone you know.
Were you pictured at Plains Farm Academy, St Patrick’s RC Primary, Hillview Infants or Redby Academy?
Take a look and get in touch to tell us more.
1. Lots to cheer about at St Bedes Primary
St Bedes Primary School's official playground launch was held with Sunderland's mascot Samson. Who can you spot in this photo from five years ago? Photo: Stu Norton
2. A big boost at Southwick in 2005
Southwick Primary School was given a £300 donation to help with playground equipment after theirs was vandalised. Can you spot anyone you know in this 2005 photo? Photo: TY
3. A golden moment at St Patrick's RC Primary
Invictus Games gold medal winner Stuart Robinson visited St Patrick's RC Primary School to open the new playground in 2019. Were you there? Photo: Stu Norton
4. A special day at Redby Academy
BBC TV's Jeff Brown officially opened the new Foundation Stage playground at Redby Academy Primary. Remember this from 2013? Photo: Picture by Peter Berry