Back-to-School TV

Last updated: September 12, 2025

While going back to school is exciting and fun (kids get to see their friends every day again!), there are lots of transitions that some kids might feel anxious about. New teachers, new routines, new classrooms, and even learning new subjects can be difficult to process. These school-set TV shows can help kids get into the swing of things by modeling all kinds of classroom experiences. Kids' nerves may be calmed when they see their screen peers working through school challenges -- from preschool fears to sixth grade drama -- and they may even get excited about learning! For more back-to-school stories, check out these Back-to-School Movies and Books. To get your kids into the back-to-school mindset, check out TV That Inspires Curiosity and TV That Promotes Teamwork.