As for many doting parents across the country, it has been an emotional few days for celebrity mums and dads as they finally drop their kids off at school.
Among the stars sending their children to school this week was Coronation Street star Alan Halsall, who couldn't contain his excitement as daughter Sienna-Rae headed into Year 2.
Sharing a moving post with his 209,000 Instagram followers, the actor - known for playing Tyrone Dobbs - revealed he was incredibly proud of his 'princess'.
In the cheerful snap, Sienna beamed from ear to ear as she modelled her smart school uniform that came with a black dress, shirt and tie. "My big girl.