Child of Our Time

Child of Our Time (2000-2020)

EndedDocumentary show

Child of Our Time is a documentary commissioned by the BBC, co-produced with the Open University and presented by Robert Winston. It follows the lives of 25 children, born at the beginning of the 21st century, as they grow from infancy, through childhood, and on to becoming young adults.

The aim of the series is to build up a coherent and scientifically accurate picture of how the genes and the environment of growing children interact to make a fully formed adult. A large portion of the series is made up of experiments designed to examine these questions. The main topic under consideration is: "Are we born or are we made?". The nature of the family in contemporary Britain is also addressed.

The project is planned to run for 20 years, following its subjects from birth until the age of 20. During the first half of its run a set of about three or four episodes was produced annually. After 2008 new episodes became less frequent, and in 2011 there was some doubt about the future of the programme, including from Winston himself. In February 2013 it was announced that the series would resume, with two new episodes presented by Winston. Rather than the psychological experiments of previous series, these episodes focused on the first interviews with the participating children themselves and their families.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S12E01Turning 20Mar 11, 2020
S11E02Changing TimesApr 4, 2017
S11E01Changing MindsApr 3, 2017
S10E02Changing FamiliesFeb 28, 2013
S10E01Growing UpFeb 27, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Child of Our Time' premiere?

'Child of Our Time' premiered on November 14, 2000.

Who created 'Child of Our Time'?

'Child of Our Time' was created by producer/director Adam Alexander.

What is the format of 'Child of Our Time'?

'Child of Our Time' is a documentary series that follows the lives of a group of children from their birth to young adulthood, exploring the process of human development.

Who narrated 'Child of Our Time'?

British actress Tilda Swinton narrated 'Child of Our Time'.

How many children are followed in 'Child of Our Time'?

A total of 25 children are featured in 'Child of Our Time'.

What age group is specifically focused on in 'Child of Our Time'?

'Child of Our Time' focuses on the age group of children born in the year 2000.

What is the main objective of 'Child of Our Time'?

The main objective of 'Child of Our Time' is to gain insight into how individuals develop from birth to adulthood.

What kinds of topics are discussed in 'Child of Our Time'?

'Child of Our Time' explores a range of topics, including genetics, personality development, cognitive development, social and emotional development, and education.

How many episodes does 'Child of Our Time' have?

'Child of Our Time' has a total of 14 episodes.

Has 'Child of Our Time' won any awards?

Yes, 'Child of Our Time' won the BAFTA Award for Best Factual Series in 2005.

Who are the experts featured in 'Child of Our Time'?

Experts in various fields, such as child psychology, genetics, and education, are featured in 'Child of Our Time'.

What countries has 'Child of Our Time' been broadcasted in?

'Child of Our Time' has been broadcasted in various countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and the United States.

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