Head of the Class (1986) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Head of the Class
Rating: 6.3

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Head of the Class is an American sitcom that ran from 1986 to 1991 on the ABC television network. The series follows a group of gifted students in the Individualized Honors Program at the fictional Monroe High School in Manhattan, and their history teacher Charlie Moore. The program was ostensibly a vehicle for Hesseman, best known for his role as radio DJ Dr. Johnny Fever in the sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati. Hesseman left Head of the Class in 1990 and was replaced by Billy Connolly as teacher Billy MacGregor for the final season… Sign up for the full guide

TV-PG • 1986 • 1 season

6.3

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

10+

Head of the Class revolves around a group of overachieving high school students who meet their greatest challenge — a teacher who wants them to focus less on grades and more on experiencing life.

Cast

Billy Connolly

William G. Schilling

Jeannetta Arnette

Michael DeLorenzo

Dan Frischman

Robin Givens

Khrystyne Haje

Tony O'Dell

Lara Piper

Rain Pryor

Ke Huy Quan

Brian Robbins

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Is Head of the Class appropriate for kids?

Head of the Class revolves around a group of overachieving high school students who meet their greatest challenge — a teacher who wants them to focus less on grades and more on experiencing life. Read more — free account

Content severity in Head of the Class Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances None 0/10

Language Mild 2/10

Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10

Violence/Gore Mild 2/10

Mature Themes Intense 8/10

Sex and nudity in Head of the Class

No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.

Violence and gore in Head of the Class

Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.

Language in Head of the Class

No strong profanity or graphic language is present in this season. The dialogue focuses on intellectual competition and classroom dynamics, featuring mild insults, sarcasm, and student teasing. Occasional heated arguments occur between the students, but the tone remains appropriate for a broad television audience.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Head of the Class

No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.

Mature themes in Head of the Class

Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.

Scary moments in Head of the Class

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Head of the Class yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Head of the Class appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Head of the Class is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. Head of the Class revolves around a group of overachieving high school students who meet their greatest challenge — a teacher who wants them to focus less on grades and more on experiencing life.

What age rating does Head of the Class have?

Head of the Class is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Head of the Class about?

Head of the Class revolves around a group of overachieving high school students who meet their greatest challenge — a teacher who wants them to focus less on grades and more on experiencing life.

How many seasons does Head of the Class have?

Head of the Class has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Head of the Class?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Head of the Class.

How violent is Head of the Class?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Head of the Class per our reviewers.

Is the language in Head of the Class appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Head of the Class.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Head of the Class?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Head of the Class.

What mature themes appear in Head of the Class?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Head of the Class.