Celebrity Kids' Back to School Photos 2022

Amanda Kloots' Son, Elvis

The adorable 3-year-old son of The Talk co-host and late husband Nick Cordero danced around holding his back-to-school photo sign while his mom tried getting the perfect shot.

"Back to school! 🍎," Kloots captioned the sweet Instagram reel, where Elvis wore a gold and white striped shirt and matching gold and white shorts and stood on a tiger-print rug outside a door.

Elvis' sign said that he wants to be a ghost, his favorite food is ice cream and his favorite sport is soccer.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan & Hilarie Burton's Son, Gus

The Walking Dead actress shared a photo of Gus with his hair slicked in an Elvis-like fashion and a varsity-style jacket with skinny jeans and black boots on Instagram.

"Seventh grade won't know what hit em! #firstdayofschool," Burton captioned the shot, where the 12-year-old had his hands together as though he was clapping as he laughed.

Gus's look was inspired, in part, by his new obsession with Baz Luhrmann's Elvis film.

The night prior, Burton shared an Instagram carousel of photos and videos, reflecting on her son's love of both the film and Elvis Presley himself.

"Our son starts 7th grade tomorrow. And here he is, watching @elvismovie for the 12th time (no joke!), tears in his eyes," she wrote.

Dylan Dreyer's Sons, Cal and Oliver

The Today meteorologist sent her two boys Cal, 5, and Oliver, 2, to their first days of 1st grade and preschool, respectively. Dreyer posted a series of photos on Instagram, including one featuring her nearly 1-year-old son, Russell, seated in a stroller.

Jaime Pressly's Twins, Leo and Lenon

"First day of school and my boys were half naked and wet in the first 5 minutes," wrote the Emmy-winning actress on Instagram. Her 4-year-old twins looked to be making a splash in a sandbox fitted with a slide and kiddie pool.

"Good luck to their teachers. God bless them all.🤦‍♀️😂 #twins #firstdayofschool #mamasboys #doubletrouble," added Pressly.

Kate Middleton and Prince William's Kids, George, Charlotte and Louis

The royal trio have enrolled in a brand new school. With the family being based now in Windsor, Prince George, 9, Princess Charlotte, 7, and Prince Louis, 4, will now attend class at Lambrook School.

Mum Kate and Dad William escorted all of their kids to the same school for the very first time on Sept. 7: prior to this year, young Louis was in nursery school while his older siblings attended prep school Thomas's Battersea.

Hilaria and Alec Baldwin's Kids, Carmen, Rafael, Leonardo and Romeo

While Hilaria Baldwin prepares for baby No. 7, her four older kiddos are ready to hit the books.

"Smooth transition today…kids bounced right into school with jitters but mostly excitement❤️. Carmen made the kids signs for their first day!" Hilaria wrote on Instagram, noting her 9-year-old's creative addition to the back-to-school occasion.

Emily Maynard's Daughter, Magnolia

"first day of preschool for my Nola Belle ❤️" wrote Maynard on Instagram.

Christina Hall and Tarek El Moussa's Daughter, Taylor

The HGTV star shared an Instagram pic of her 11-year-old daughter just before her first ever day of middle school. "Wish us all luck!!! 🤍💕" Hall wrote.

The Netherlands' Princess Amalia

The 18-year-old heir to the Dutch throne is continuing her education in the country's capital. At the University of Amsterdam, Princess Amalia is set to study Politics, Psychology, Economics and Law, earning her degree before she takes on full time royal responsibilities.

Ice-T and Coco's Daughter, Chanel

"Time flies.. @babychanelnicole 1st day of 1st grade today.. How about that… Wow ❤️" wrote the Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star on Instagram. According to the celebratory back-to-school sign that Chanel, 6, holds in the photo, her school is "Awesome!" and she wants to be a "singer" when she grows up.

Lea Michele's Son, Ever

Broadway's newest Fanny Brice saw another big debut this week: her son Ever's first day of "little school," as she called it on her Instagram story.

Michele told PEOPLE that she was "nervous to go back to work and leave him" in preparation for her starring role in Funny Girl, but ultimately listened to other moms in the Broadway community who encouraged her return.

"All of these women just said it's important for him to see you working, and for him to see you doing what you love," the Glee alumna said. "So I just have to keep reminding myself of that."

Leah Remini's Daughter, Sofia

After dropping her daughter, Sofia, off at college, Remini shared a throwback photo with her only child. In an emotional Instagram caption, the PEOPLE Puzzler host — who is currently studying for a college degree herself — shared her feelings in solidarity with other parents enduring the same "pain and pride."

"I know many of you are going through this, not just sending your kids to college for the first time, but many of my friends are sending their children to kindergarten for the first time, and I remember that day like it was yesterday," The Kings of Queens alumna wrote. "My heart goes out to all the parents and caretakers who might be going through this bittersweet journey."

Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd's Son, Shai

The pro dancer pair were in pieces as their 5-year-old, Shai, headed off to his first day of Kindergarten.

"First day of kindergarten! Shai's is excited, @petamurgatroyd is devastated, pops (me) is not ok," wrote Dad Chmerkovskiy. "The whole 'blink and he's an adult' thing is too real. Tearing up in the parking lot….again 😭😭😭"

Kailyn Lowry's Sons, Isaac, Lincoln, Lux and Creed

This Teen Mom 2 star waved off all four of her children on their first days. Even her youngest, 2-year-old Creed, will be vacating the house for "2 hour play care," while his brothers Lux, Lincoln and Isaac depart for Kindergarten, 3rd and 7th grade, respectively!

Tristan Thompson's Son, Prince

"My young King's first day 👑✏️📚" wrote the NBA star alongside a schoolyard photo with his son, whom he shares with ex-girlfriend Jordan Craig. Prince, 5, is the eldest of Thompson's children: he shares two kids with Khloé Kardashian and one with Maralee Nichols.

Monaco's Royal Twins, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella

These regal 7-year-olds found a way to flaunt their personal styles even while wearing school uniforms. Prince Jacques donned a Super Mario-themed backpack while his sister, Princess Gabriella, opted for a glittering pink bag and accessorized with a matching cat-ear headband.

Escorted by parents Princess Charlene and Prince Albert, the twins made their royal return to the classroom.

Jenni 'JWoww' Farley's Kids, Meilani and Greyson

The Jersey Shore alumna posted a back-to-school Instagram of her kids Meilani, 8, and Greyson, 6, whom she shares with ex Roger Mathews. The day before, Farley shared a solo shot of her youngest seated on the school bus.

"I took the last 6 years for granted because I never thought the day would come that you would be going to school," the reality star wrote in her emotional caption. "But tomorrow begins a chapter for you and I'm struggling to keep it together…Cheers to all the parents wishing their babies off to school tomorrow 😫😫😫😫"

Danielle and Kevin Jonas' Daughters, Alena and Valentina

These Jonas babies are growing up fast — "too fast," as their mom wrote on Instagram. Danielle posted a video of a countertop glittering with congratulatory first day decorations. The girls' baby photos were also on display along with shining streamers and a sign wishing them a "great first day." Two balloons floated above the sisters' portraits: a giant silver '3' for new 3rd grader, Alena, and a 'K' for Valentina, who's off to kindergarten.

Melissa Gorga's Kids, Antonia and Gino

Look how the time flies! The Real Housewives of New Jersey star shared two adorable photos of her kids on their first day of school. The first showed 17-year-old Antonia and 14-year-old Gino on their way out the door. "​​I can't believe it! My senior is driving my freshman to high school today," Gorga wrote.

The following slide featured a throwback of the now-high schoolers in what appears to be their elementary school years. "I feel like they looked like the second picture just yesterday," said Mom in her heartfelt caption. "Thank you God for blessing me with such amazing kids❤️🙏🏼 have the best day my loves."

Jessica Alba's Daughters, Honor and Haven

"my kind, intelligent, silly, cute (not so baby 😫) girls started middle school and high school this week 📚✏️🚌📖📝," the Fantastic Four star wrote alongside an Instagram of her daughters, whom she shares with husband Cash Warren. Honor, 14, and Haven, 11, kept it classic for their first day, sporting denim shorts and sneakers.

Jessica Simpson's Kids, Maxwell and Ace

"These two had an amazing first day of school! I'm so proud!" Simpson wrote alongside a smiley pic of Maxwell, 10, and Ace, 9, dressed in their school uniforms. "Heart is full. Growin' up and ownin' it. Happy kiddos."

Craig Melvin's Kids, Delano and Sybil

This year, the Today host launched two elementary schoolers: his son Delano, 8, started 3rd grade, and his daughter Sybil "Sibby," 5, went off to Kindergarten.

Melvin spoke about his daughter's new start on air, highlighting his daughter's enthusiasm for school and even getting teary-eyed over the emotional milestone.

Sterling K. Brown's Sons, Andrew and Amaré

On his sons' first days of school, the former This Is Us star reflected on his mother's words of wisdom and how they resonate with him now.

"When I was a kid, my mom would frequently say '18 years goes by real fast,' " Brown wrote on Instagram, captioning a photo of his two boys sitting outside. "Today, is the beginning of 6th grade and 1st grade. And I know exactly what my mom meant! #TimeFliesWhenYoureSurroundedByLove❤️"

Heather Dubrow's Kids, Max and Nick

In just one week, the Real Housewives of Orange County star watched two of her three kids leave the nest. In her Instagram captions, Dubrow offered advice to both departing twins for their exciting freshman year ahead.

She reminded her daughter, Max, to "enjoy every moment, take advantage of every opportunity." As for Nick, she wished her son "the best year ever!" and told him to "Be safe, make good decisions, study! and have fun ❤️"

Kimberly Stewart and Benicio del Toro's Daughter, Delilah

Stewart and her mini-me wore identical smiles as they posed in honor of Delilah's first day of 5th grade.

Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane's Daughter, Georgia

Gayheart took to Instagram to show how her daughter is settling into the school year. Georgia, 10, whom the actress shares with estranged husband Eric Dane, looked ready to learn, already in the classroom and smiling alongside friends.

"My baby is in 5th grade," wrote Gayheart, punctuating the back-to-school update with a crying emoji.

Angela Kinsey's Kids Isabel, Jack and Cade

The Office alumna's car looked packed with post-summer smiles in the first day selfie seen on her Instagram story. As they rode to school, Kinsey's 14-year-old daughter, Isabel, buckled up next to Cade and Jack, her stepbrothers since their parents married in 2019.

Gizelle Bryant's Daughters, Adore, Grace and Angel

The Real Housewives of Potomac star's daughters smiled for a group photo to mark the new school year. Bryant's twins Angel and Adore, 16, flank their older sister, who looks ready to rule the school in a "SENIORS" jersey.

"Grace's senior year," Bryant said of her 17-year-old daughter. "I'm so happy for her but it makes me so sad…#LoveMyGirls"

Selma Blair's Son, Arthur

Blair made sure to snap a selfie in the car before she dropped her son off for his first day of 5th grade. "I am proud of you Arthur," she wrote on Instagram. "Proud you even got out of the car!"

John Stamos' Son, Billy

The former Full House star tugged at our heartstrings before sending his son, Billy, off to school.

"One of us is starting his first day at school. And the other is doing everything in his power not to cry," wrote Stamos alongside a photo of himself with his 4-year-old lookalike.

Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian's Daughter, Dream

Dream Kardashian, 5, looked as cute as can be for her first day of school. With knee-high socks and a blue plaid headband to match her skirt, this new Kindergartener sparkled like her sequin backpack.

Brittany Bell and Nick Cannon's Son, Golden Sagon

Golden Sagon has plenty of exciting new things happening in his life. His parents recently announced they're expecting a third baby together, and now Golden is starting a new school year!

"My baby is in 2nd grade!!!" Bell wrote alongside a photo of her son. "5 years old loving school 🥰."

Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross' Daughter, Jagger Snow

Jagger Snow is bringing style to the schoolyard. The 7-year-old matched her headband to her skirt and rocked a confident pose.

"First grade here she comes!" mom Simpson wrote on the back-to-school photo.

Audrina Patridge's Daughter, Kirra

The Hills alumna had nothing but encouraging words to say about her daughter, Kirra, on her first day of school.

"She is the sweetest, kindest, intelligent, athletic and silliest little one around..lights my whole world up!" Partridge wrote of her 6-year-old daughter on Instagram.

Teddi Mellencamp's Kids, Slate and Cruz

The former Real Housewives star might not have had the Instagram-ready letterboard to mark her kids' first days, but she had something better: a little ingenuity.

Slate, 9, and Cruz, 8, "held" digitally drawn posters reading "First Day of 4th Grade" and "First Day of 3rd Grade." Mellencamp even included her youngest, Dove, 2, whose "sign" read, "Another day of Bossing Everyone Around."

Cheyenne Floyd's Daughter, Ryder

Ryder has embarked on a Kindergarten journey! Her mom celebrated by sharing several photos of Ryder with "all the men in her life" who took her to school, as the Teen Mom alumna noted appreciatively in the caption.

The Instagram post featured Ryder with her younger brother Ace, her father Cory Wharton and Floyd's fiancé Zach Davis.

Eva Amurri and Kyle Martino's Kids, Major and Marlowe

Major and Marlowe smiled with a sign marking their first days of "Kindy" and 3rd grade. In the caption, Amurri shared her appreciation for "the incredible educators, and administrators, and the PTA moms, who surround them daily and work SO so hard so that my kids and all the others can learn and grow and reach their potential."

Haylie Duff's Daughter, Lulu

Duff's preschooler, Lulu, looked fun, fruity and studious wearing a dress printed with apples.

Katherine Heigl's Kids, Nancy, Adalaide and Joshua

The Firefly Lane star had some mixed feelings about her kids' first days back to school. The mother of three "felt funny" after seeing off Nancy, 13, Adalaide, 10, and Kindergarten-bound Joshua, 5, her "last and final baby."

"Like maybe I might start crying," the actress wrote with regards to the emotional day. "Or maybe I'll just run around the house for the next seven hours intermittently yelling FREEDOM!!! We'll see. 😏❤️"

Kate Hudson's Son, Ryder

The actress shared some emotional college move-in day moments with her son, Ryder. By the looks of her Instagram story, Hudson set up her 18-year-old with some healthy snacks and supplements, a few "#solidbookchoices" for his shelf and basic bed and bath necessities.

"I begged him to get more… I guess he's a minimalist," she wrote on a photo snapped mid-shop. According to Mom, Ryder only wanted a comforter, a hamper and a pillow.

Beverley Mitchell's Daughters, Kenzie and Hutton

The 7th Heaven star sent her two girls, Kenzi, 9, and Hutton, 7, to their first days of 4th and 2nd grade, respectively.

"Mayzie has us all to herself!!" wrote Mitchell on Instagram, adding a photo of her youngest, 2-year-old Mayzel.

Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici's Daughter, Mia

This Bachelor baby is headed for the classroom. Mia, 2, "went to school for the first time ever," said her father on Instagram, also taking the opportunity to poke fun at his wife.

"Guess who's a big girl now? Yep! Catherine!" the former Bachelor star joked, captioning a photo of him and his daughter on her first day. "She made the bed all by herself this morning. And then Mia went to school for the first time ever. A big day for both!"

Tarek El Moussa and Christina Hall's Son, Brayden

It's been an exciting week for the former Flip or Flop stars' son. Just a few days after celebrating his 7th birthday, Brayden officially became a 1st grader.

Dad took to Instagram to commemorate the occasion, sharing a group photo with his son (whom he shares with ex-wife Christin Hall) and his pregnant wife, Heather Rae El Moussa. "I can't tell you how much I love being this kid's dad!❤️" the HGTV host wrote.

Michael Phelps' Sons, Boomer and Beckett

"First Day of Kindergarten for Booms and First Day of Pre-K for Becks at the same school," the Olympic swimmer's wife, Nicole Phelps, wrote on Instagram.

Mario Lopez's Kids, Gia and Dominic

The TV host posted several photos to Instagram of his kids holding celebratory first day decorations. Gia, 11, smiled with a balloon inscribed with "My first day of 6th grade" and Dominic, 8, posed with a 3rd grade version of the same.

Amanda Kloots' Son, Elvis

Elvis, 3, looked ready to kick off the school year in style in neon sneakers, seen in the Dancing with the Stars alumna's back to school photo.

Kloots recently revealed that Elvis, whom she shared with her late husband Nick Cordero, will make a cameo in her upcoming film, Fit for Christmas.

Jessie James Decker and Eric Decker's Kids, Vivi and Eric

The Deckers' eldest two are growing up fast as they enter 3rd and 1st grade.

"I made cinnamon rolls, sausage and grits per the request of little Eric," wrote the country music songstress on Instagram. "And Vivi had a specific hairstyle in mind with a little lip gloss."

Amanda Stanton's Daughters, Kinsley and Charlie

Stanton shared an Instagram story of her and her youngest, Charlie, before her first day of 3rd grade. The Bachelor alumna's older daughter, Kinsley, will be starting 5th grade.

Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici's Son, Samuel

The Bachelor's season 17 winners sent their first to Kindergarten.

"He's got at least six years of school ahead of him," Lowe jokingly captioned an Instagram of 5-year-old Samuel. "So I hope he enjoys every day of it!"

Meghan King's Daughter, Aspen

The former Real Housewives of Orange County star posted an Instagram Reel of her daughter Aspen, 5, to share the details on her first morning before Kindergarten.

Brooke Shields' Daughter, Rowan

The actress confessed to being overcome with tears as she watched her daughter Rowan, 19, drive away for her sophomore year of college.

"Turns out second time is NOT the charm when it comes to your baby going off to college," Shields wrote alongside an Instagram video documenting the emotional goodbye.

'Octomom' Nadya Suleman's Octuplets

The mother of 14 posted a group photo of her now-13-year-old octuplets on their first day of school.

"Be proud of yourselves kids for being kind, respectful, and helpful to all your fellow peers, teachers and staff," she wrote, adding a "side note to critics" that her eldest kids were not included in the photo because they did not want to be posted on Instagram.

Bristol Palin's Kids, Sailor, Tripp and Atlee

Palin's three kids are moving on up! This year, Sailor is a 1st grader, Tripp is an 8th grader, and Bristol's youngest, Atlee, is starting Kindergarten (in pink cowboy boots!).

Haylie Duff's Daughter, Ryan

The actress posted an Instagram story of her newly minted 2nd grader, Ryan, looking bright and colorful on her first day of school.

Erin and Ben Napier's Daughter, Helen

The HGTV stars' daughter enjoyed a full spread for her back-to-school breakfast. According to her dad's Instagram caption, 4-year-old Helen requested "bacon, bagels, and croissants."

"so, i got her bagels and croissants from NYC, and bacon from Keens," Ben wrote. "then i cried more than anyone taking her to school." It's safe to say that his wife, Erin, likely shared in the emotions of drop-off.

Melissa Joan Hart's Sons, Mason, Braydon and Tucker

The actress stitched together individual photos of her sons on their first days of 3rd, 11th and 8th grade.

"Thankful for friends that are teachers that will pull one aside and grab his obligatory first day of school pic because he can drive and snuck out of the house before you could snap one!" Hart joked of her eldest, Mason.

DeAnna Pappas Stagliano's Kids, Addison and Austin

The Bachelor alumna posted a smiley moment with her son and daughter to celebrate the start of their new school year.

Vanessa and Nick Lachey's Kids, Phoenix and Brooklyn

While Brooklyn and Phoenix started 2nd grade and Kindergarten, respectively, the oldest Lachey child has a few more days to enjoy his vacation.

"Camden is rubbing it in that he has an extra week of Summer off," Vanessa wrote on Instagram. "I don't have the heart to tell him they get out a week earlier at the end of the year."

Ryan Lochte's Kids, Liv and Caiden

These Olympic offspring are off to class! Kayla Lochte shared photos of her daughter and son with their backpacks on and some potted flowers in hand.

Katherine Webb's Sons, Tripp and Cash

The model's two older sons – Tripp, 6, and Cash, 3 – returned to school while their 1-year-old little brother, Gunnar, cheered them on.

Carly Waddell's Daughter, Isabella

Waddell's 4-year-old wore pigtails and a big smile on her first day of school.

"And just like that I have a kid in school," the Bachelor in Paradise alumna wrote on her Instagram post, adding multiple crying-face emoji. "How are all you parents doing out there right now?!?!?!?!?"

Ali Manno's Kids, Molly and Riley

The former Bachelorette sent her well-dressed kids back to school in style.

Jamie Lynn Spears' Daughter, Maddie

"Anddd just like that, my baby's in high school," the actress captioned an Instagram of her now-14-year-old daughter posing with a friend.

Tammin Sursok's Daughter, Phoenix

The Pretty Little Liars alumna posted an Instagram story of herself, her husband and her daughter cheering in the car to celebrate the 8-year-old's return to school.

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's Daughter, Kaavia

Kaavia rocked her classroom-ready hairstyle in an Instagram video posted to her own account. "The beads are beautiful," the little girl told mom Union, before riding by on a scooter to show off all angles of the new look with "that extra back to school sauce on it."

Jana Kramer's Kids, Jolie and Jace

Before Jana Kramer sent her kids off for their first days of school, she snapped a few photos to commemorate the day. Jolie smiled with a "First Day of 1st Grade" sign, and Jace held a "Pre K4" version of the same.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Daughter, Zahara

Zahara Jolie-Pitt is off to Spelman College in Atlanta, and her mother shared their excitement on Instagram. The photo shows a smiling Zahara surrounded by her "Spelman sisters," as Jolie wrote, adding her congratulations to all new students enrolling in the historically Black college this year. Days later, Jolie officially dropped her daughter off.