Play School returns to BBC after four decades off air

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Sept, 01:54 · Archive

The BBC is reviving the children's show Play School, which ended more than 40 years ago.

The BBC is reviving Play School, the children's show that ran for more than 20 years and ended four decades ago. The corporation hopes the revamped programme will appeal to parents seeking quality television amid concerns about addictive online content. The show originally featured presenters including Floella Benjamin and Johnny Ball.

How it is being reported

• Play School returns after 40 years as BBC calls for maker to reimagine 'much-loved' TV showNearly 40 years after it was taken off air, the BBC is reviving beloved children's classic Play School for a modern era.Daily Mail · 25 Sept, 00:46
• Ready to knock? Play School returns as BBC pushes quality children’s programmingTV heads hope the revamped show – back after four decades – will win over parents seeking quality shows amid concerns about addictive online content For the generations who grew up watching Humpty, Jemima and Big Ted, the mere mention of the BBC’s Play School evokes a pang of childhood nostalgia. The show, which featured much-loved presenters such as Floella Benjamin and Johnny Ball, became synonymous with wholesome children’s television during its run of more than 20 years on air. Continue reading...The Guardian · 24 Sept, 16:13

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