What a great school Thorney Close Primary has been for memories.
Take a look at all these wonderful scenes from the Sunderland Echo archives, showing everything from a juggler to a star from the Drifters performing at the Torquay Close school.

5. A VIP visitor in 2011
Michael Williams of The Drifters enjoyed a performance with pupils during his visit to the area in 2011. | se

6. Super signing in 2012
Well done to all these pupils who tried to break the record for the most pupils taking part in the sign2sing event, in 2012. | se

7. Luke's a wonderful winner
Ten year old Luke Blenkinsop received a new bike helmet from CSO, Rachael Lawson and Neighbourhood Inspector, Dave Pickett after winning the Helmet Watch Award. Luke was a winner in 2012. | se

8. Champion times with Craig
Commonwealth Games gold medal winning gymnast Craig Heaps visited the school in 2013. He showed off his medals and performed the odd handstand or two. | se

