GRANGE Hill has been voted the greatest kids’ TV show of all time.
A new poll of 2,000 Britons over the age of 40 found that nostalgia for childhood television remains strong, with 83 per cent believing children’s programming was better in the past.
Grange Hill, which first aired in 1978, topped the list with 40 per cent of the vote.
The long-running school drama was praised for its realistic storylines and willingness to tackle tough social issues, including bullying, drugs, and racism.
Harriet Scott, founder of Perspectus Global, said: "It’s plain that television used to play a large part in many of our lives.
"It shaped a lot of our histories and means a lot to us.
"It is amazing how many people can still hum the theme tunes from most of these shows, despite not having seen them for decades."
The survey placed The Flintstones in second place with 34 per cent of votes.
Postman Pat, set in the fictional village of Greendale, followed closely behind with 33 per cent.
Other favourites included The Magic Roundabout (31 per cent), Danger Mouse (29 per cent), and The Sooty Show (26 per cent).
Bagpuss, a beloved series despite running for just 13 episodes, still managed to capture 23 per cent of the vote.
Thomas the Tank Engine also secured 22 per cent.
It is UK-based not an international survey
Nearly four in 10 people (39 per cent) said watching these shows ranked among their happiest childhood memories.
A total of 43 per cent felt that children’s programming was more imaginative in the past compared to today’s offerings.
A striking 94 per cent of those surveyed said they would prefer their children to watch the shows they grew up with, rather than spend time on YouTube or other digital platforms.
However, 76 per cent acknowledged that children today have access to a far wider variety of programmes.
Ms Scott said: "Whether or not quality remains as high is subjective, there are so many shows like Bluey which kids love nowadays and may well form the basis of a similar list in 60 years time!"
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