What is this genre all about? The term elementary school is used in some countries for schools where children from the age of about five receive primary education.
We present you the list of Elementary School anime you should watch right now.
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Top 20 Elementary School anime you should watch right now. [2025 List]
- 20. Ghost Stories
- 19. Captain Tsubasa (2018)
- 18. Crayon Shin-chan
- 17. Shugo Chara!
- 16. Ichigo Mashimaro
- 15. Kodomo no Jikan (TV)
- 14. Gakuen Alice
- 13. Shugo Chara! Party!
- 12. Mama wa Shougaku 4 Nensei
- 11. Detective Conan Movie 02: The Fourteenth Target
- 10. Mitsudomoe
- 9. Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!
- 8. Dennou Coil
- 7. Shugo Chara!! Doki
- 6. Recorder to Randoseru Do♪
- 5. Ojamajo Doremi
- 4. Pupipo!
- 3. Recorder to Randoseru Re♪
- 2. Chibi Maruko-chan
- 1. Mahou no Tenshi Creamy Mami
20. Ghost Stories
Years ago, all of the ghosts in a haunted schoolhouse were banished by a certain student. Now, they're back—and they want revenge...
Satsuki and Keiichirou Miyanoshita are two siblings recovering from the tragic loss of their mother. After moving to their mother's hometown, they learn that the local school they have transferred to is an old building—one said to be haunted. Despite initially brushing it off as a silly rumor, the two soon discover that ghosts are indeed real and that they're after them! Gakkou no Kaidan is the creepy tale of the lives of these siblings and their newfound friends as they try to survive the school's ghosts—with a little help from their pet cat along the way.
Ghost Stories has finished airing and it has 19 Episodes. It is also Known as: Gakkou no Kaidan, 学校の怪談, Ghosts at School
19. Captain Tsubasa (2018)
Captain Tsubasa is the passionate story of an elementary school student whose thoughts and dreams revolve almost entirely around the love of soccer. 11-year-old Tsubasa Oozora started playing football at a very young age, and while it was mostly just a recreational sport for his friends, for him, it developed into something of an obsession.
In order to pursue his dream to the best of his elementary school abilities, Tsubasa moves with his mother to Nankatsu city, which is well-known for its excellent elementary school soccer teams. But although he was easily the best in his old town, Nankatsu has a lot more competition, and he will need all of his skill and talent in order to stand out from this new crowd.
He encounters not only rivals, but also new friends like the pretty girl Sanae Nakazawa and the talented goalkeeper, Genzo Wakabayashi, who shares the same passion as Tsubasa, and will prove to be a treasured friend in helping him push towards his dreams. Representing Japan in the FIFA World Cup is Tsubasa’s ultimate dream, but it will take a lot more than talent to reach it.
Captain Tsubasa (2018) has finished airing and it has 52 Episodes. It is also Known as: キャプテン翼, Captain Tsubasa (2018)
18. Crayon Shin-chan
Just because an anime features a young protagonist does not necessarily mean that it is an appropriate series to show your children. Young Shinnosuke, or Shin-chan for short, is a very creative young boy that lives with his eccentric parents, Misae and Hiroshi, as well as his Prima Donna younger sister, Himawari, and has loads of unique friends to boot.
Everyday life for little Shin-chan is full of funny (and shocking) moments, most of which stem from his unnatural and sometimes profane use of language, as well as his constant acts of inappropriate behavior. Shin-chan's famous "elephant" gag is one of the most defining moments in Crayon Shin-chan, simply because it is the epitome of crude comedy, one of the core themes of the series.Crayon Shin-chan is a hilarious show about the day in the life of a young, curious boy, that captures the awkwardness of growing up as well as the beauty of being true to one's self, no matter what others say.
Shin Chan is currently airing and will have Episodes. It is also Known as: クレヨンしんちゃん, Crayon Shin-chan
17. Shugo Chara!
Amu Hinamori is a student at Seiyo Elementary, where she has a reputation for being "cool and spicy"; however, her real personality is that of an extremely shy and easily intimidated girl. One night Amu makes a wish that she would have the courage to be reborn as her "would-be" self. The next morning Amu finds three brightly colored eggs—red, blue, and green—in her bed. Each egg eventually hatches into a Guardian Character: Ran, Miki, and Su. Guardian Characters are angel-like beings that aid a person into becoming their "would-be" selves and fulfill the person's dreams. The Guardian Characters accomplish this by giving encouragement and advice, but they can also temporarily change a person's personality and abilities. With the Guardian Characters, Amu's life becomes much more complex as she now struggles to deal with her new personalities and the Seiyo Elementary Guardians—a student council group where each member has their own Guardian Character—who recruits Amu to search for and seal the X eggs and X Characters, corrupted forms of people's dreams.
Shugo Chara! has finished airing and it has 51 Episodes. It is also Known as: しゅごキャラ！, Guardian Character!
16. Ichigo Mashimaro
"Cute girls doing cute things in cute ways."
Everyday things make up the fabric of life—whether it's making friends, going to school, trying to make money, or celebrating a holiday. Ichigo Mashimaro is a heartwarming series that follows the daily lives of Itou Chika, her sister Nobue, and her friends Miu, Matsuri, and Ana.
Strawberry Marshmallow has finished airing and it has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 苺ましまろ, Ichigo Mashimaro
15. Kodomo no Jikan (TV)
3rd grade teacher Aoki Daisuke didn't expect the first class he ever taught to be one of the toughest obstacles of his life. After getting off on the wrong foot with the entire class, a moment of kind-heartedness instantly convinces one of his students, Rin Kokonoe, to make the ill-fated Aoki-sensei her lover. But what exactly are Rin's intentions for wanting to actively seduce Aoki-sensei, and will Aoki-sensei be able to help her to deal with them?
Kodomo no Jikan (TV) has finished airing and it has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: こどものじかん, Nymphet, A Child's Time, Kojika
14. Gakuen Alice
Mikan Sakura is a normal 10-year-old girl. Optimistic, energetic, and overall a very sweet child, Mikan is the complete opposite of the aloof, intelligent, and somewhat cold-hearted, Hotaru Imai. Despite their glaring differences, the two girls have been best friends for a very long time. So when Hotaru suddenly transfers to Alice Academy, a prestigious school in the city, her best friend is devastated—especially when she hears of the horrible rumors regarding the academy's harsh treatment of students. Beset with worry, Mikan runs away to see her best friend!
Upon her arrival, Mikan learns of "Alices," individuals gifted with various supernatural abilities, and that the school is an institution built by the government to train and protect them. Discovering that she has her own unique powers, Mikan enrolls in the academy, and, after a lot of trouble, finally reunites with Hotaru.Gakuen Alice is a heartwarming comedy that follows Mikan and her friends' adventures in the academy, as well as their attempt to uncover the mysteries surrounding the problematic, fire-wielding student Natsume Hyuuga.
Gakuen Alice has finished airing and it has 26 Episodes. It is also Known as: 学園アリス, Campus Alice, Alice Academy
13. Shugo Chara! Party!
Amu meets a super-peppy transfer student at Seiyo Academy Elementary School named Hiiragi Rikka at school one day. Not only can she see Guardian Characters, but it seems she has some other, mysterious powers as well. When she sees the work that Amu and the other Guardians do at school, she's awestruck.
Each 24-25 minute episode consists of a series of variety show style shorts (including Shugo Chara! Pucchi Puchi) totaling approx. 9-10 minutes, followed by the main 11-12 minute animation titled Shugo Chara!!! Dokki Doki which is the actual continuation of season 2 and comes with it's own opening animation. The remaining time is occupied by live action padding between each section and capped off with the opening/ending themes at the beginning and end of the episode.
Shugo Chara! Party! has finished airing and it has 25 Episodes. It is also Known as: しゅごキャラ！パーティー！, Shugo Chara!!! Dokki Doki, Shugo Chara! Third, Shugo Chara! Pucchi Puchi
12. Mama wa Shougaku 4 Nensei
Natsumi Mizuki is a 4th grader whose parents have gone to London. Her Aunt Izumi comes to live with her. Izumi is an aspiring manga writer who is trying to get her first big break, so she doesn't have time for a baby that appears out of thin air on Natsumi's first night alone. The baby's name is Mirai and her mother is *Natsumi*, but 15 years older. Somehow, Mirai had traveled back in time. Now the young Natsumi has to raise Mirai while trying to keep her 4th grade life from falling apart and keep Mirai-chan secret from everyone. She has the dubious help of Izumi and some baby-care gadgets from the future.
Mama is Just a Fourth Grade Pupil has finished airing and it has 51 Episodes. It is also Known as: ママは小学４年生, Mama is a 4th Grader, Mama wa Shougaku Yonensei, Mama wa Shougaku 4-nensei
11. Detective Conan Movie 02: The Fourteenth Target
A mysterious attacker has appeared and is assaulting people whose names contain a number from the standard deck of cards in descending order. When Conan points out that all the victims are related to the now famous detective Kogorou Mouri, suspicion immediately falls upon the recently released convict Jou Murakami, as Kogorou was the one responsible for his arrest ten years prior.
With potential victims still at risk, Conan and the police are determined to catch the culprit. As the case gradually unfolds, both Conan and his friend Ran Mouri learn more about her parents' separation and the truth on what transpired a decade ago.
Case Closed: The Fourteenth Target has finished airing and it has 1 Episodes. It is also Known as: Meitantei Conan: Jyuuyonbanme no Target, 名探偵コナン １４番目の標的, Detective Conan Movie 02: The Fourteenth Target
10. Mitsudomoe
The 11-year-old Marui triplets could not be any more different. The oldest one, Mitsuba, is sadistic and kind of mature for her age. The middle one, Futaba, is perverted and very athletic and has the strength of a full-grown man. The youngest one, Hitoha, is generally very quiet and gentle but when push comes to shove, she might just be the strongest, the most perverted and the most sadistic out of the three.
The three are all in the same class, led by the newly graduated teacher Yabe Satoshi. He usually gets pushed around by the girls and, on occasion, abused but the triplets also try to lead him and the new school nurse, the clumsy Kuriyama Aiko, together. However, Yabe had no intention of dating Aiko and the methods the triplets use to accomplish their goal are highly unorthodox...
Mitsudomoe has finished airing and it has 13 Episodes. It is also Known as: みつどもえ, Three Way Struggle
9. Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya 2wei!
The magical girls are back, and ready for another round of adventure! After successfully recovering the Class Cards, fifth graders-turned magical girls Illya and Miyu think they can finally take it easy. But as fate would have it, the girls are once again called back into active duty when they find out that the Cards have left some very nasty side effects on their world. However, their seemingly easy mission goes totally awry with the appearance of a dark stranger who looks just like Illya! Who is this new but familiar face, where did she come from, and what does she want from Illya? With the arrival of this new foe, it seems like Illya's finally met her match when her everyday life takes one dark turn!
Fate/Kaleid Liner Prisma Illya 2Wei! has finished airing and it has 10 Episodes. It is also Known as: Fate/kaleid liner プリズマ☆イリヤ ツヴァイ!, Prisma Illya 2wei!, Prisma☆Illya 2nd Season
8. Dennou Coil
Eleven years after the introduction of internet-connected, augmented reality eyeglasses and visors, Yuuko Okonogi moves with her family to Daikoku City, the technological center of the emerging half-virtual world. Yuuko joins her grandmother's "investigation agency" comprised of children equipped with virtual tools and powerful metatags. She quickly crosses paths with Yuuko Amasawa, an expert hacker of the virtual environment, as Amasawa relentlessly seeks to "unlock" the mystery of a computer virus that emerges from an inaccessible corrupted space.
Den-noh Coil has finished airing and it has 26 Episodes. It is also Known as: 電脳コイル, Cyber Coil, Coil - A Circle of Children, Denno Coil
7. Shugo Chara!! Doki
Now Utau has left Easter and restarted her singing career, while Ikuto still remains at Easter. To replace Utau Easter hires a new character, Lulu. Lulu has the power to create question mark eggs, instead of x-eggs. Throughout this season we start to see all the love interests more so then in the first season. Tadase and Amu seem to be a couple now, but they have their problem, especially when Amu starts hiding Ikuto in her room. She lies to Tadase, her family and all the Guardians about it, which in the end causes more problems then she expected. Easter also has a new plan to control Ikuto. Using his violin Easter controls Ikuto so that he transforms into Death Rebel. The sound of his violin turns all the heart eggs with in distance into x-eggs. With a large amount of x-eggs gathered, the embryo will soon turn up.
Episode numbers continue as 52, 53, 54, etc.
Shugo Chara!! Doki has finished airing and it has 51 Episodes. It is also Known as: しゅごキャラ！！どきっ, Shugo Chara Ninenme, Shugo Chara! Second Year
6. Recorder to Randoseru Do♪
Miyagawa Atsushi is an 11-year-old boy who is 180 centimeters tall. Since he has a grown-up looking build but acts his age, he has always been running into troubles. On the other hand, his 17-year-old elder sister Atsumi is only 137 centimeters tall. Even though she has a childish looking build, Atsumi takes good care of Atsushi.
Recorder and Randsell has finished airing and it has 13 Episodes. It is also Known as: リコーダーとランドセル ド♪, Recorder and Backpack Do, Recorder and Satchel Do, Recorder and Randsell Do, Recorder and Ransel Do, Recorder to Randsell Do, Recorder to Ransel Do
5. Ojamajo Doremi
Harukaze Doremi considers herself to be the unluckiest girl in the world. Her parents are always fighting, her little sister makes fun of her, and her crush pines after another girl. If only Doremi could just wave a magic wand, she would have a much better life—or so she used to think.
After a mishap with a real witch, Doremi becomes an apprentice witch herself, and it turns out she's pretty horrible at that, too.
Now she and her two friends must study to become better at magic so they can become good witches. That is, if they can focus on their magic studies!
The three apprentices will need all the luck they can get if they want to pass the witch exams and become full-fledged witches. Only then will Doremi's debt to the witch Majorika will be repaid. Until then, Doremi will remain a useless little witch girl!
Magical DoReMi has finished airing and it has 51 Episodes. It is also Known as: おジャ魔女どれみ, Useless Witchgirl Doremi
4. Pupipo!
Himeji Wakaba is a 5th year elementary school student, and she has the ability to see things that others can't. They are mostly frightening evil spirits, and they tend to do bad things to people who are close to her. As a result, Wakaba has no friends and rarely smiles. On a couple of occasions, she brings home stray animals, but her parents won't let her keep them. However, they're worried about their sad, creepy daughter, so one day they decide that whatever Wakaba brings home next, they'll let her keep.
The next thing she brings home is a pink monster called "Pupipo", but her parents stand by their decision and let her keep it. No one is quite sure what Pupipo is, but it protects Wakaba from the other things she sees. Pupipo also helps Wakaba make friends with an occult-obsessed transfer student and solve problems with bullying. Wakaba's life is a much better place with her pet pink monster!
Pupipo! has finished airing and it has 15 Episodes. It is also Known as: プピポー！, Pupipoo!
3. Recorder to Randoseru Re♪
Second season.
Recorder and Randsell Re has finished airing and it has 13 Episodes. It is also Known as: リコーダーとランドセル レ♪, Recorder and Backpack Re, Recorder and Satchel Re, Recorder and Randsell Re, Recorder and Ransel Re, Recorder to Randsell Re, Recorder to Ransel Re
2. Chibi Maruko-chan
Momoko Sakura is an elementary school student who likes popular idol Momoe Yamaguchi and mangas. She is often called "Chibi Maruko-chan" due to her young age and small size. She lives together with her parents, her grandparents and her elder sister in a little town. In school, she has many friends with whom she studies and plays together everyday, including her close pal, Tama-chan; the student committee members, Maruo-kun and Migiwa-san; and the B-class trio: 'little master' Hanawa-kun, Hamaji-Bu Taro and Sekiguchi-kun. This is a fun-loving and enjoyable anime that portrays the simple things in life.
Chibi Maruko-chan has finished airing and it has 142 Episodes. It is also Known as: ちびまる子ちゃん, Petite Maruko-chan, Little Miss Maruko
1. Mahou no Tenshi Creamy Mami
Creamy Mami is about a young girl, Yuu, who after seeing a spaceship is given the power to use magic for one year. She is also given 2 cats, Poji and Nega, to watch over and guide her. Using her magic powers to transform into the idol Creamy Mami, Yuu must work hard at acting, singing, helping her parents at their crepe shop, fighting aliens and bad guys, going to school, plus try to get the affections of her childhood friend Toshio.
Magical Angel Creamy Mami has finished airing and it has 52 Episodes. It is also Known as: 魔法の天使 クリィミーマミ, Incantevole Creamy, Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel
