Celebrity Kids' Back to School Photos 2023

See all the emotional goodbyes and stylish first day outfits as these stars send their kids back to the classroom

As summer winds down, parents across the country are readying their kids for another year of learning, and these celebrities are no exception. Between the emotional send-offs and adorable first day photoshoots, this fall is already full of back-to-school memories. Stars including Jessica Simpson, Khloe Kardashian and Jessica Alba are sharing a look at their kids on their way back to the classroom.

From the preschoolers to the high schoolers, see all the photos of this year's returning class as they hit the books once again.

Tori and Zach Roloff's Kids

Tori Roloff shared some precious portraits of her two kids ahead of their first days back to school. She congratulated her son Jackson, 6, on starting 1st grade and her daughter Lilah, 3, on beginning preschool.

"Happy first day of school ever!! We are so proud of you!," the Little People, Big World star captioned the post for her daughter. "Lilah walked in so excited and ready for preschool! She has the sweetest teacher ever and is ready to take on the school year!! There were no tears (just rebellion against her name tag)!"

Roloff's sweet caption continued, "I got misty eyed as I walked out because I’m so proud of how far our girl has come in her confidence with herself! Love you bean! 🤍," she wrote.

Jack Osbourne's Daughters

Jack Osbourne waved off two of his four daughters on their first days of school. The TV personality posted a snap of his daughters Andy Rose, 7, and Minnie Theodora, 5, in matching uniforms as they held signs saying, "First Day of Kindergarten," and "First Day of 3rd Grade." Between them sat their 13-month-old little sister Maple Artemis, whom Osbourne shares with fiancée Aree Gearhart.

The following slide explained why Osbourne's eldest, 10-year-old Pearl, wasn't in the photo with her sisters. With a pout on her face, Pearl snuggled up in bed next to a sign reading "First Day of 6th Grade." In his caption, the girl dad wrote, "Poor Pearl with a rough start to Middle School with a 🤒 of 101.5."

Tarek El Moussa's Son

Tarek El Moussa took to Instagram to ask for some parenting advice this back-to-school season. The dad of three shared two photos from his 8-year-old son Brayden's first day: a selfie with Brayden and wife Heather Rae El Moussa followed by a father-son shot.

"I can’t believe my big boy is 8 years old and in second grade. He was really nervous because he started a new school this year so we worked last night on fun stories for him to share at school and tips on creating new friendships," the HGTV personality captioned the post with his son, whom he shares with ex Christina Hall.

Tarek continued, "Any parents out there have advice I can share with Bray to have a positive adjustment to his new school? I’d appreciate it ❤️."

Tamera Mowry-Housley's Kids

The former Sister, Sister star can't believe how quickly her kids are growing up! The mom of two shared a snap of kids posing with pieces of paper displaying their new grade levels. Her 10-year-old son Aden held up a sign reading "5th" and her 8-year-old daughter Ariah held up "3rd."

"How are my mommas feeling on the first day of school? The first day always gets me emotional. 🥹 I’m overjoyed at my little beauties growing up! Which means I’m getting older🤣," the actress wrote on Instagram. "Life goes by so fast and exciting new chapters begin! Let’s enjoy the precious moments we have with our little ones! Here’s to another school year!"

Macklemore's Daughters

Macklemore is wide awake and ready for another school year of early mornings! The rapper posted an action shot of him ushering his daughters Collette Koala, 5, and Sloane Ava Simone, 8, out the door.

"The picture says it all. 3rd grade. Kindergarten," Macklemore captioned his Instagram photo. Nodding to the caffeinated canned drink in his hand, he added, "Celsius at 8am, We’re baaaaack 🏫."

Jessica Simpson's Kids

"We think we are excited for our kids to finally go back to school until they bring home binders of homework and then realize we went back to school too 😜," Simpson joked on Instagram, sharing a photo carousel of her kids in their school attire. Her son Ace Knute, 10, looked classroom ready in a red polo while his sisters Birdie Mae, 4, and Maxwell Drew, 11, matched in blue plaid and white uniforms.

Allison Holker Boss' Kids

The pro dancer was proud to share her kids' return to school this August. Holker Boss posted portraits of her son Maddox, 7, and daughters Zaia, 3, and Weslie, 15, all dressed up for the first day. Holker Boss noted that her youngest is starting preschool, her son is starting 2nd grade and her eldest is now a high school sophomore. She shares all three kids with the late Stephen "tWitch" Boss, who died by suicide in December at age 40.

In her caption, the mom of three added, "Watching them each walk in with so much confidence, joy and bravery is something special! Proud mommy Moment 🥰."

Matthew Stafford's Daughters

The NFL star and his wife have three out of four girls back in school! Kelly Stafford shared a few pictures of their older daughters Hunter, 5, and twins Sawyer and Chandler, 6, in their school uniforms. The youngest of the bunch, 3-year-old Tyler, sported a colorful dress instead.

"First day of school!" the girl-mom captioned her Instagram post.

Zach and Tori Roloff's Kids

Sharing photos of her older two kids — daughter Lilah Ray, 3, and son Jackson Kyle, 6 — Little People, Big World star Tori celebrated each of them as they prepared to embark on a new school year.

For Lilah, it was her first-ever first day, with Tori writing on Instagram, "Our sweet Lilah girl!! Happy first day of school ever!! We are so proud of you!"

She continued, "Lilah walked in so excited and ready for preschool! She has the sweetest teacher ever and is ready to take on the school year!! There were no tears (just rebellion against her name tag)!"

Tristan Thompson and Jordan Craig's Son

Jordan Craig and her son Prince looked excited about his first day back in class! The fashion influencer posted a photo with the 6-year-old, whom she shares with Tristan Thompson, on day one of his new school year.

"First Grade here we come!!!💙📚," she captioned her post.

Robin Thicke and April Love Geary's Kids

The "Blurred Lines" singer dropped his three littles ones off for their first days of school! Thicke's partner shared two photos of their son Luca Patrick, 2, and daughters Lola Alain, 4, and Mia Love, 5, standing outside in their school clothes. Each one held a chalkboard sign with their age, favorite food, aspiration and more.

"First day of kindergarten for Mia, TK for Lola and preschool for Luca! My babies are no longer babies anymore 😭," Geary wrote in the caption of her post.

Trista Sutter

The former Bachelorette took to Instagram to reflect on her family's move to Denver during the back-to-school season. Sutter shared a photo of her daughter, Blakesley, 14, and son Maxwell, 15, followed by a clip of them arriving at their new school, where students cheered and celebrated as they exited the car.

"We all miss our Vail Valley friends and our small mountain town community but we are gradually finding our way and our Denver people. It will take time and patience and that’s not always my strong suite, but I have faith that we are where we are meant to be," Sutter wrote in her caption. "How could we not be after the first day of all first days (see 2nd slide and why my kids were NOT happy I didn’t let them out before the drop off zone!! 🤣)?!"

Princess Sofia of Spain

King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain sent their 16-year-old daughter, Princess Sofia, to study at UWC Atlantic college in Wales, making the parents of two officially empty nesters. According to Hola!, the young royal is starting as a new student in the school's International Baccalaureate program.

The Spanish royal family shared a few send-off photos in a post on X (formerly Twitter). The snaps see Princess Sofia having a final chat with her parents at home and saying goodbye to the family dog.

Ashlee Simpson Ross' Kids

The actress' daughter Jagger Snow, 8, and son Ziggy Blu, 2½, looked adorable on their first day back in the classroom. Simpson Ross commemorated the occasion with a silly and sassy photo, which sees Jagger blowing a kiss at the camera while Ziggy sticks out his behind.

"Back to school vibes 😂," Simpson wrote alongside the Instagram Story post.

Khloé Kardashian's Daughter

True Thompson is officially a kindergartner! Her reality star mom shared photos of the 5-year-old standing under a balloon arch decorated with oversized pencils. Behind her, a giant lined paper read, "First day of Kindergarten."

"For anyone wondering, no I’m not ok! 🥹 Next it will be prom 😫😩," Kardashian captioned the snap of True, whom she shares with ex Tristan Thompson.

Beverley Mitchell's Kids

The 7th Heaven alumna shared an Instagram photo of her daughter Kenzie, 10, and son Hutton, 8, toting backpacks decorated with their names.

"They asked me do we have to do this everyday? #backtoschool @stoneyclover #thestruggleisreal," Mitchell wrote alongside the snap.

Sarah Michelle Gellar's Kids

"Well the day finally came," Gellar wrote on her Instagram Story, sharing a photo of her son Rocky, 10, and Charlotte, 13. The kids held signs over their faces indicating which year they're entering this fall: 5th grade for Rocky and 8th grade for Charlotte.

Craig Melvin's Kids

The NBC anchor celebrated his kids' first day of school on social media with a photo of himself, his wife Lindsay Czarniak, their son Delano, 9, and daughter Sybil, 6. The two kids held up signs signifying which grades they were starting this year.

"Well…they’re off! We have a first and fourth grader," Melvin wrote. Referring to his son's seemingly injured foot, he added, "Yes, that’s a boot on Delano. Long story."

Jessica Alba's Daughters

Jessica Alba's lookalikes are all grown up! Honor, 15 and Haven, 12 – whom Alba shares with her husband, Cash Warren – headed off for their first days of high school and middle school.

"10th and 7th -where did the time go… (sigh 💔) my baby girls first day of school!," the Honest Company founder captioned a photo of her daughters outside their front door.

Brittany Bell's Kids

Brittany Bell shared a series of photos to her Instagram honoring the first day of school for her kids Golden Sagon, 6, who is starting 3rd grade, and Powerful Queen, 2, who is starting pre-K.

In the photos, Bell stood in between her two kids, whom she shares with Nick Cannon, alongside son Rise Messiah, 10 months.

"'Twas the first day of school — swipe to see the real candid moments lol — for both my babies this time together!" Bell wrote in the caption.

Mario Lopez's Kids

"Evidently starting school on a Monday is too mainstream… We bout that midweek life out here in Catholic school!" the TV host posted about day one of his kids' schoolyear. Lopez shares daughter Gia, 13, and sons Dominic, 10, and Santino, 4, with wife Courtney.

Haylie Duff's Daughters

"And there they go! We officially have a kinder & 3rd grader! ✨💙🦅," Duff wrote on Instagram, captioning a few snaps of her daughters Lulu, 5, and Ryan, 8, all dressed up in their back-to-school best.

Leah Messer's Daughter

The Teen Mom: Next Chapter star gave her Instagram followers a glimpse into her 10-year-old Adalynn's first day. "Happy girl," Messer captioned the shot of her daughter wearing a backpack and a smile.

Bristol Palin's Kids

Bristol Palin's bunch is growing up fast! The mom of three took to Instagram to look back on the past few falls and how much her kids have grown. She shared three photos of her kids: one from this year's first day of school and two from previous school year starts.

"First day of 1st, 2nd and 9th grade - y’all how do I have a HIGH SCHOOLER 🥲🥲," Palin wrote in her caption, referring to her son Tripp. In all three pics, the 14-year-old stood between his sisters Sailor, 7, and Atlee, 6.

Eric & Jessie James Decker's Daughter

"Our sweet girl started 4th grade today 🥰 So excited for the new school year💖," Jessie James Decker wrote alongside photos of her eldest, Vivianne, 9, dolled up in a school uniform. "My baby is growing up so fast🥹 So proud of her 💖." (Pics of Forrest and Eric followed shortly!)

Jamie Lynn Spears' Daughters

The Zoey 101 star got real about her emotions as her kids Maddie, 15, and Ivey, 5, returned to school for the new year. Jamie Lynn Spears shared photos of both girls in their uniforms on Instagram.

"Best part about having 2 kids at 2 different schools is that you’re too busy to cry about them growing up way too fast🥹," the mom of two captioned her carousel of photos documenting their back-to-school prep. "Praying for a safe & happy school year ahead for all the students, teachers, coaches, and the many other staff members at every school around the world📚🙏🏻✏️"

Sean Lowe's Sons

The Bachelor alumnus sent his sons Isaiah, 5, and Samuel, 7, off for their first day of school with an adorable Instagram photo and cheeky caption to go with it.

"First day of school for my boys!" Sean Lowe captioned a snap of him with the boys, whom he shares with his wife, Catherine Giudici. He continued, "Handsome and smart, their dad is the total package."

Vanessa and Nick Lachey's Kids

The Love Is Blind co-hosts are officially parents to a first and third grader! Vanessa Lachey shared a back-to-school photo of their daughter Brooklyn, 8, and son Phoenix, 6, posing with a rainbow of celebratory balloons at home in Hawaii.

Ali Manno's Daughter

The former Bachelorette's 7-year-old daughter Molly looked as stylish as ever on her first day of first grade.

Ryan Lochte’s Son

Kayla Reid posted a sweet photo from the moment she and Ryan Lochte dropped their 6-year-old son Caiden off to start the new year.

"And just like that, he’s a kindergartner!" Reid wrote on Instagram. "Have the best first day of school. ♥️🥹📝,"

Jana Kramer's Kids

Jana Kramer's kids seemed to have mixed feelings about returning to school this fall. The former One Tree Hill star — who is currently expecting her third baby — shared snaps of her daughter Jolie, 7, and son Jace, 4, before their first day of second grade and last day of preschool, respectively.

"Someone is excited for their first day of school and someone is not 😂," Kramer joked, comparing her daughter's big smile to her son's expressionless face in their individual first-day portraits.

Melissa Joan Hart's Sons

Melissa Joan Hart's sons are growing up quickly. The actress posted a snap of her boys Mason, 17, Brady, 15, and Tucker, who turns 11 in September.

"And so it begins! The start of the 'lasts,'" wrote Hart in the caption of their first-day photo. "Mason's last First day of School. Brady's first day of high school and Tucker heading into 4th grade. A few tears might've been shed...."

Gary Shirley's Daughters

The Teen Mom alumnus shared a look at his all-grown-up daughters on their first day back in the classroom.

"Just two of the most important people on this planet," Gary Shirley wrote on Instagram alongside photos of Emilee, 8, and Leah, 14. "Today was their first day of school! I love these girls very much. I’m very honored to be their father:)."

Amanda Stanton's Daughters

The Bachelor alumna looked back on her daughters' first days of school from 2019 to 2023 with a carousel of photos. In this year's snap, the girls matched in white tees and jeans before Charlie's first day of 4th grade and Kinsley's first day of 6th grade.

"first day of school 2023 back to 2019 🥹 can not believe I have a 4th grader and a 6th grader in middle school!!" Stanton wrote in her Instagram caption. "anyone else more nervous than their kids on the first day of school?"

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