Newsround — BBC children's news programme

Format and style

Typical editions mix short studio desk items, filmed field reports and interviews with experts or eyewitnesses. Presenters aim to explain background and consequences without sensationalism, using simple language, graphics and occasional explainer segments. Topics often include schools, health, science, sport, the environment and major news stories presented at an age-appropriate level.

Newsround is broadcast on mainstream BBC channels and promoted across the corporation’s platforms. You can find programme information through the BBC’s listings such as BBC One, specialist children’s services like children’s programme pages and wider news streams including BBC World News. Related online resources give further context and activities for young viewers and educators.

History and development

Launched in the early 1970s, the programme was among the first to target a young audience with regular news bulletins. Over decades it has changed presentation styles, moved between channels and expanded into digital formats, while keeping its mission of clear, trustworthy reporting for children.

Purpose and impact

Newsround is used in classrooms and at home to help children understand complex stories and develop media literacy. It emphasizes facts, balanced coverage and practical guidance, and is often cited as a model for how broadcasters can make news accessible. For more general background on news for young people see news overviews and educational information resources.