It's official! The summer holidays are over for another year, meaning the kids are going back to school. While some are excited for their child's new chapter, others are feeling sentimental as the dawn of another September means their little ones are another year older. And the celebrity mums are certainly feeling all the emotions! For some, like Amanda Holden, their teenagers are heading off to new schools and have an exciting new chapter ahead, while other stars' children are stepping foot in a classroom for the very first time as they enter reception.
Whether it's a chance to make new friends or reunite with old ones, back to school signals a change in routine for these celebrity mothers and many new adventures lying ahead. They have also been taking to social media to share their well-wishes for those following them who are also nervously awaiting their child's return, ready to hear how they got on. From Jools Oliver to Dani Dyer, keep scrolling to see the cutest photos as the star's kids go back to school…
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© InstagramAmanda Holden
Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden took to social media to share that her daughter Hollie, 13, is heading back to school and taking on a new challenge. "Year nine, brand new school. We couldn't be happier with our choice and so proud of #HRH." Hollie was seen in her navy and green school uniform standing by the front door of the £7 million family home Amanda shares with her two children and husband Chris in Surrey.
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© InstagramJools Oliver
TV chef Jamie Oliver's wife Jools took to Instagram to share her feelings ahead of back-to-school season alongside a moving video of her summer holiday spent with husband Jamie and their five children Poppy, Daisy, Petal, Buddy, and River. "As usual struggling with changes. Another summer over (almost) will always and forever feel so emotional the night before school starts again," Jools penned. "One minute we are all together and the next everyone is everywhere - new jobs, back to uni, new years at school all so significant. Not sure why I am always so stuck in the past, even from a few days back!!!! Feel very very grateful but just a little sad too."
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© InstagramAngel Strawbridge
Escape to the Chateau star Angel Strawbridge beckoned in a "new era" with her daughter Dorothy, whom she shares with fellow TV star Dick Strawbridge. "Dorothy had her first day of senior school...there was, of course, the normal nerves…and as we said our goodbyes, it hit home...no matter what age...it really does not get any easier!," Angel wrote, captioning a photo of Dorothy standing outside their chateau home. "We (us parents) both had tears in our eyes…worried all day…but when we picked up our gorgeous young lady, she was smiling from ear to ear! Tomorrow…[her son]Arthur joins Dorothy for his first day in 'cinquième' and a new era truly begins!"
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© InstagramNadiya Bychkova
Strictly Come Dancing pro dancer Nadiya Bychkova celebrated her daughter Mila with her ex-fiancé, Matija Skarabot, embarking on a fresh school year. Sharing a selfie along with a photo with her daughter in the school playground, the Ukrainian ballroom and Latin dancer was all smiles. "First day of Year 5 — wasn’t it yesterday we were learning ABCs?...time needs to slow down!" Nadiya posted. "Wishing all the little stars a bright and happy first day back at school!"
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© InstagramDani Dyer
Soon-to-be Strictly Come Dancing contestant Dani Dyer shared the big milestone in her household as her four-year-old son Santiago headed off to school for the first time. "Off he goes to school. So proud of you, my darling Santi," the proud mum penned. The star is also a mother to two-year-old twins Summer and Star, with her West Ham footballer husband Jarrod Bowen.
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© InstagramRebecca Adlington
Retired Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington, also sharing a sweet update from her household. "First day of school for Albie and Year 6 for Summer," the athlete wrote, posting a photo of her kids in their uniforms, as well as a selfie featuring her husband Andy Parsons, with whom she shares her son. She shares daughter Summer with her ex-husband, Harry Needs.
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© InstagramBlake is off to school!
Rochelle Humes
This Morning host Rochelle Humes' house will be feeling a little quieter than usual as her youngest child, Blake, has entered his school years. "And just like that, our last baby is off to school for good. First day of reception for our big boy and Mummy is not okay (which is embarrassing because as you can see he is more than okay). Go shine that light of yours, my boy…you are everything," she penned on Instagram.
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© InstagramThe boys looked so cute!
Coleen Rooney
I'm a Celebrity star and wife of footballer Wayne Rooney, Coleen, shared a photo of three of her four sons, and they looked like peas in a pod! "The boys all ready for the new school year after a great summer!! Good luck, do your best, we love you xx," she penned in tribute.
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© InstagramOla Jordan
Former Strictly stars James and Ola Jordan's daughter, Ella, was too cute as she returned to the playground. "First day of Year 1. Ella marched in this morning with the biggest smile on her face and so much excitement. No fear, no hesitation, just pure confidence and joy, " the pair wrote. "Mummy and Daddy are so incredibly proud of you, Ella. Watching you walk into that school, ready to take on the world, reminded me just how quickly you're growing up."
