Bring mystery-busting nature series Stan & Gran into your classroom this year!

What is Stan & Gran?

Stan & Gran is a funny, heart-warming animated preschool series following the mystery-busting, nature-discovering adventures of 7-year-old Stan Breakwater and his 71-year-old dynamic Gran, as together they investigate the mysterious goings-on in the fictional coastal village of Porthole.

Stan & Gran is a love letter to the special relationship between children and grandparents, showing how curiosity, kindness and shared adventures can inspire learning at any age.

Why teachers will love it

Perfect for the school day

At just 11 minutes long, each episode fits perfectly into the school day, sparking meaningful discussions and inspiring learning that extends beyond the classroom and into the great outdoors.

Builds critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Every episode centres around a nature-based mystery close to Stan's home, encouraging children to think like detectives. As Stan follows clues, tests ideas and learns from trial and error, children are invited to solve the mystery alongside him.

With support from the diverse community of friends and family in Porthole, Stan learns to gather evidence, ask questions and draw conclusions - introducing young children to the foundations of deductive reasoning and scientific thinking in a fun, engaging way.

Inspires outdoor learning

Set in a familiar British landscape, Stan & Gran inspires young viewers to spot birds, explore local habitats and take a closer look at the nature around them. From the school playground to their own garden, Stan discovers wildlife that children can find for themselves, helping turn everyday outdoor spaces into places of curiosity, exploration and learning.

Packed with wildlife facts

From peregrine falcons to noctule bats, the series is full of fascinating facts that naturally link to science, geography and art, making it a great springboard for classroom learning.

Encourages observation and collecting

Stan records his wildlife discoveries in his spotting guide just as children collect stickers or trading cards. It's a fun way to encourage observation, organisation and curiosity - skills that support learning across the curriculum.

New episodes are coming!

Brand-new episodes of Stan & Gran arrive on Milkshake! every morning from 7th September - ready to inspire a new generation of young explorers, nature lovers and curious minds.

Plus, you can get access to free worksheets, episode-linked lessons and teaching ideas & prompts on the Stan & Gran Euhu page!