The 20 best kids TV shows on Netflix
KEEPING the kids entertained isn't the easiest, but luckily Netflix is ready to help.
After our recap of the top Netflix suggestions for parents, we have now listed the top shows featured on the online broadcaster for all ages - perfect for helping our youngsters unwind.
1. Super Monsters
This animated pre-school series sees six supernatural - yet cute - characters attending school.
The little monsters have a moral aspect in that they're always trying to find the best in each other while they encounter a variety of dilemmas.
It's suitable for pre-schoolers, aged three and over.
2. Treehouse Detectives
This show features a brother and sister bear detective duowhop team up to quench their curiosity about the world.
Lessons about hermit crabs and the sea's tides can be learned, amongst others, and it's suitable for preschoolers, aged three and over.
3. Danger Mouse
This re-boot of the Eighties classic will no doubt entertain parents and kids alike.
The secret agent and his sidekick embark on hilarious spy missions with explosions and scary segments to boot.
It's suitable for kids aged five and over but fun for all the family.
4. Inspector Gadget
Channelling the same Eighties TV show resurgence theme as Danger Mouse, this is another show that's fun for all the family.
Parents will relish a trip down memory lane as not much has changed from the original plot.
Inspector Gadget is out to challenge a new scheming plot from Dr Claw in each episode - but the problem is a little closer to home. Suitable for kids aged five and over.
5. The Adventures of Puss In Boots
Oh hello - you'll recognise this super cute cat from the Shrek movies.
The wide-eyed kitty is back for his own show which offers a variety of adventures with heart-warming moral undertones.
Suitable for those aged six and over.
6. A Little Help With Carol Burnett
Ever asked your kids for help?
Maybe sit back on the sofa with your brood and see how the efforts of these children fare first.
The youngsters are on hand to give advice to adults about everything from romance to dealing with colleagues - suitable for aged six and above.
7. Our Planet
Another family-friendly show perfect for snuggles and popcorn in front of the TV.
Introduce children to the wonders of animals from across the globe without leaving your own home, with Sir David Attenborough's expert commentary guaranteed to keep them gripped.
Those aged six and above will love it.
8. The Who Was? Show
Perfect for those kids with a passion for history.
This has history class ticked off with a cast of real-life historical characters who tell their detail-packed stories through songs and jokes.
Suitable for slightly older kids aged seven and above.
9. The Big Family Cooking Showdown
This might be a slightly strategic parenting move but if you get your brood into cooking, it could mean you one day have a night off from doing the tea.
Nevertheless this show, hosted by Zoe Ball, can provide some inspiration as family members attempt to secure praise from a panel of top judges tasting their grub.
Suitable for aged eight and above.
This set of claymation shorts follows Shaun on a series of wacky adventures
10. Shaun the Sheep
This set of claymation shorts follows Shaun on a series of wacky adventures, and is seriously fun.
As a wordless animation, it relies solely on visual storytelling, and it works on every level thanks to its wit and humour.
11. A Series of Unfortunate Events
This adaptation of the classic literary series by Lemony Snicket is pretty eerie.
Centred around a family of orphaned children, it allows kids into a world of Hugh drama and fantasy as they become embroiled in a series of plots.
Suitable for aged 10 and over.
12. Pokémon
It may have launched 20 years ago but Pokémon still stands up against its newer counterparts.
If you have lived under a rock for the last two decades, Pokémon follows a kid as he tries to catch, befriend and train the wide array of cute, strange and magical Pokémon to become a Pokémon master.
13. Stranger Things
The acclaimed series is seen as a love letter to 80’s sci-fi.
Set in 1983, Indiana, a young boy vanishes into thin air under seriously dark circumstances. Family, friends and the local police begin searching for answers, however they stumble upon a mysterious young girl in a top-secret government facility.
Suitable for tweens upwards and can be found on the regular adult profile.
14. Queer Eye
The men-makeover show has landed on Netflix and is sure to be a hit with teenagers.
Queer Eyes follows five queer men as they help their clients reach their full potential by fixing up their homes, tidying up their self-image and promoting self care.
It tells worthy mantras off self acceptance and being your best self, too.
Aged 14 and over and available on the grownup profile.
15. Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender has often been credited with pushing the boundaries of what a show for kids could do.
The series follows a boy who has been tasked with bringing peace to a world at war.
Somehow, it manages to strike a balance between heavy issues such as genocide and totalitarianism with humour suitable for young audiences.
It contains solid character arcs and builds towards an ending which ties all the storylines and themes up satisfyingly.
16. PAW Patrol
PAW Patrol is a Canadian pre-school series which follows excitable young boy Ryder lead a team of search and rescue dogs on a number of missions.
Each of the dogs have a unique special ability that corresponds to an emergency service such as firefighter or police officer.
They travel on ‘pupmobiles’ created specifically for them.
The show has created over 210 episodes so far. It is suitable for children aged three and over.
17. Peppa Pig
Everyone’s favourite muddy-puddle jumping pig, Peppa, has found her way to Netflix.
The kids TV favourite follows Peppa’s life at home, at school and on her daily activities with her friends including Suzie Sheep and Pedro the Pony.
The episodes are short, often no longer than 5 minutes in length.
Suitable for those aged 3 and over.
18. Horrid Henry
The popular kids show which follows unruly Henry and his dysfunctional antics as he consistently gets up to no good has landed on the streaming service.
Henry lives at home with his brother, Perfect Peter, and his tested mum and dad.
Henry is often caught causing mayhem at school for both his teachers and his fellow classmates including Ralph, Margaret and Bert.
The show is suitable for kids aged six and over.
19. Alexa & Katie
Alexa & Katie is a Netflix original series which follows two high school best friends with one of them tragically suffering from cancer.
The girls deal with Alexa’s cancer along with the general issues that come with high school life.
In a bid to support her close pal, Katie shaves her head as Alexa undergoes treatment.
A family watch, the series is suitable for a slightly older audience.
20. Larva Island
This wacky and quirky show debuted in 2018 and is set on a tropical island.
The two silly larva buddies find slapstick fun in everything from discovering food to meeting new animal friends.
The show is suitable for ages 3 and above.