The Best Netflix Shows for 3 Year Olds (UK)

What's actually worth watching on Netflix? These are the best-rated shows for 3 year olds available there in the UK.

  1. 1. Hey Duggee

    Ages 3–5 · First shown 2014

    Hey Duggee is widely regarded as an exceptional preschool series that succeeds through its high production values, inclusive themes, and clever, multi-layered writing. It is particularly noted for being genuinely entertaining for adults, featuring sophisticated humor and cultural parodies alongside its gentle messages of cooperation. While most find the show calming, a minority of viewers find its vibrant geometric visual style to be somewhat intense.

    • Good influence 5/5
    • Parent appeal 5/5
    • Well made 5/5

    Read our full review of Hey Duggee

  2. 2. Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom

    Ages 3–6 · First shown 2009

    Reviewers highly recommend the series for its sophisticated humor and beautiful, picture-book animation style. While some note that the adult characters are often portrayed as bumbling, the show is widely praised for teaching children about teamwork and cooperation through clever, engaging stories.

    • Good influence 4/5
    • Parent appeal 5/5
    • Well made 5/5

    Read our full review of Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom

  3. 3. Gabby's Dollhouse

    Ages 3–6 · First shown 2021

    Reviewers highlight the show as a gentle and visually creative series that excels at teaching preschoolers persistence and a positive growth mindset. While it is clearly designed to sell merchandise through its recurring unboxing segments, the high production values and pleasant music make it an easy watch for parents. Its blend of animation and real-world crafts provides a calm, engaging experience that avoids the frantic pace of many other shows in the genre.

    • Good influence 5/5
    • Parent appeal 4/5
    • Well made 4/5

    Read our full review of Gabby's Dollhouse

  4. 4. Peppa Pig

    Ages 3–5 · First shown 2004

    Reviewers are deeply divided on the show, often praising its dry, deadpan humor and award-winning craft while condemning the lead character’s bossy and disrespectful behavior. While many adults appreciate the witty writing, others find the repetitive plots and shrill, piercing character voices unbearable to sit through. The series is generally noted for a calm, simple visual style that mirrors a children’s book, though its positive lessons are often undercut by uncorrected rudeness.

    • Good influence 2/5
    • Parent appeal 3/5
    • Well made 4/5

    Read our full review of Peppa Pig

How we picked

This list is made by filtering the shows on this site. On Netflix in the UK, and averaging 3 or more. Every show is made for 3 year olds. See more like these and adjust the filters yourself, or read how we score.

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