Were you in this Sheffield class from the 1960s? See if you can spot yourself

John Ashmore, aged 67, of Aston, dug out this picture while having a clear out with wife Ann.

He explained: “Over the weekend we were trying to find things to do and started sorting though some photos.

"This one slipped out from one of the albums and I think it’s from 1964.”

John, a senior sales manager at Sheffield Forgemasters, who was originally from Heeley, added: “I thought this may be of interest.

“The head of year was Mr Ainsworth as I recall, and I can just about remember the names of most of the pupils.”

John is pictured on the back row, second pupil in from the left.

The school was called Anns Road Junior School at that time but its name was changed to Anns Grove Primary School in 1980. It was originally called Gleadless Road School until 1920.

The school comprised three Victorian Grade II listed buildings and was opened in 1897.

Although the school is now temporarily closed, its current headtacher Sam Fearnehough said of the school nowadays: “Anns Grove is a vibrant, busy and friendly school, with lots going on.

“Our children are confident and enthusiastic learners who participate in a wide range of after school clubs.

“We enjoy sport and take part in many competitions and events throughout the year. We are very proud of our good reputation within our local community of Heeley and beyond. Our school vision statement, developed by children, staff and parents encapsulates our ethos here at Anns Grove.”

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