A selection of summer school scenes from Sunderland's past. | se

Nine things you did at summer school in Sunderland from 2003 to 2009

Digital specialist in nostalgia

Published 16th Aug 2024, 05:34 BST

Updated 16th Aug 2024, 05:54 BST

You made bridges, weaved willow, did a stage play and spent a day in the cells. That’s Sunderland summer schools for you.

And we have nine reminders of what great fun they were between 2003 and 2009.

Join us for a journey to Southmoor, Roker beach, Farringdon and the High School.

And after you have had a good browse, get in touch to share your fantastic memories.

9. Self defence at Hetton School

Hetton School youngsters learned to fend off an attacker at their summer school in 2009. | se

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10. On stage in 2009

Youngsters were rehearsing for shows at the Theatre Restaurant summer school when the Echo photographer visited in 2009. | se

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Share your own summer school memories.
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11. Your homework: To share memories

Share your own summer school memories. Email [email protected] to tell us more | se

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