Half a century of memories: pictures from St Catharine's CE Primary School, Scholes

Pictures dating back to the early 1970s and up to a decade ago feature in this gallery portraying life at St Catharine’s CE Primary School in Scholes.

By Charles Graham

Published 26th Mar 2024, 15:45 BST

Many a past pupil and staff member feature in this archive round-up.

1. St Catharine's CE Primary School, Scholes

. Photo: STAFF

2. Fancy dress fun in 1971

. Photo: FO

3. Pupils enjoy an enrichment day celebrating all that is good about Wigan, including a visit from George Formby Society members, baking pies, and a Victorian lesson

. Photo: Gary Brunskill

4. A mural at the school

. Photo: Gary Brunskill

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