March 4, 2026

ABC announced today that Abbott Elementary has been renewed for a sixth season. It's another early pickup for the workplace comedy, coming midway through its Season 5 run. A post on the show's official Instagram account featured the phone number of teacher Barbara Howard, along with the caption "Just got off the phone with Barbara, you might want to give her a call." Calling the number goes to a voicemail from Mrs. Howard with the good news.

"I am too busy celebrating the good news to come to the phone right now. In case you haven't heard, Abbott Elementary will be back again for season six on ABC," the message says. "I cannot wait to get back to shaping the young minds and hearts of the future. Oh, and if this is Melissa calling: Girlfriend, I'm running late for our nail appointment because I was recording this message. Listen, try to save me a working massage chair."

The half-hour sitcom follows a group of passionate teachers, along with their slightly tone-deaf principal, doing their best to help their students succeed at a Philadelphia public school. Outnumbered and underfunded, these dedicated educators still love their jobs, even if the school district has a less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.

Look for Season 6 of Abbott Elementary this fall as part of the 2026-2027 season.

 
 
 
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