School Babysitters (en)
School Babysitters is a heartwarming slice-of-life manga set in an elite academy that secretly runs a daycare for staff children, following Ryuuichi Kashima, a kind-hearted high school student who becomes a babysitter after losing his parents and moving in with the strict yet caring school chairwoman, as he balances school life with caring for toddlers alongside other student babysitters, delivering gentle humor, emotional warmth, and everyday moments that highlight the innocence of childhood and the healing power of kindness. Through Ryuuichi and his quiet younger brother Kotaro, the story explores themes of family, grief, responsibility, empathy, and emotional recovery, blending soft comedy with subtle melancholy in a way that feels comforting rather than dramatic. Rooted in slice of life and comedy with strong iyashikei elements, the series became widely loved for its wholesome tone and relatable characters, leading to a successful anime adaptation that expanded its popularity among fans seeking calming, feel-good storytelling, also known as School Babysitters manga, Gakuen Babysitters, 学園ベビーシッターズ, Gakuen Babysitters anime, Ryuuichi Kashima manga, childcare slice of life, wholesome comedy manga, and healing school series.