There is something emotional about the first day back at school, no matter how many times you have done it. From freshly ironed uniforms to nervous smiles, the feelings are always real. This year, SA celebs are sharing sweet back-to-school moments that capture feelings of pride, excitement and quiet nervousness that every parent knows well. It is a reminder that behind the fame, school drop-offs are just as heartfelt and memorable.
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The school holidays have officially come to an end, and it’s back to the classroom for the little ones and teens across the country. As the 2026 academic year begins, South African celebrities are proudly sharing back-to-school moments featuring their children.
From first-day nerves to big smiles in brand-new uniforms, doting celeb parents took to social media to document these special milestones. Some families are celebrating their kids starting school for the very first time, while others are marking progress into new grades or even emotional moves into boarding school.
These moments capture the excitement, pride, and bittersweet emotions that come with a new school year.
Below is a list of celebrities who shared photos of their children’s first day back at school today.
Kgomotso Ndungane
The former Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD) star, who shares two children with her husband and former Springboks winger Odwa Ndungane, took to Instagram to share pictures of her kids in their school uniforms, ready to kick off the academic year.
Bongani Luvalo
The Married at First Sight Mzansi Season 2 star penned a touching message alongside a video marking his daughter’s first day of Grade 7.
“A whole Grade 7 learner njani, Thixo (how, God?), where has time gone? It feels like just the other day we first held her in our arms, when all she could do was cry, eat, and sleep. Only yesterday she was starting Grade 1, losing jerseys and forgetting lunch boxes… and today, she begins Grade 7,” he captioned the post.
Nonku Williams
A couple of days ago, the reality TV star shared a post of her son embarking on the 2026 academic year. She said she was feeling emotional but beaming with pride.
The former RHOD star also recently celebrated her eldest child’s impressive matric results. Read about it here.
TT Mbha
The TV host and entrepreneur shared his joy as both of his daughters, Okuhlekwethu and Azamahle, officially returned to school
Vuyokazi Nciweni
The reality TV star, who became a fan favourite on Izingane Zes’thembu, was elated as her daughter started school. She shared a celebratory post on Instagram marking the big milestone.
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Samkelo Ndlovu
Actress Sameko Ndlovu took to social media to share that her daughter is heading back to school and starting Grade 3.
“May this year stretch you gently, grow you bravely, and meet you with kindness. I’m so proud of the girl you are becoming — and I’ll be right here, cheering you on, holding your hand, standing beside you… always,” the proud mum penned.
Ayanda Mthembu
The RHOD star shared pictures of her three kids dressed up for school, excited and ready to take on the 2026 academic year.
Babalwa and Zola Mcaciso
The influencer couple is among the proud parents who have shared their children’s first day of school, as they posted cute outfits and adorable first-day pictures of their kids.
“Even this year we pray he may go ahead of us and protect our little families. Let us not take for granted that it is a blessing to see another year and to witness our children growing and advancing,” they captioned the post.
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