Private School (What We Do in the Shadows)

"Private School"
What We Do in the Shadows episode
Episode no.Season 4
Episode 5
Directed byKyle Newacheck
Written by
Cinematography byDJ Stipsen
Editing by
Production codeXWS04005
Original air dateAugust 2, 2022 (2022-08-02)
Running time24 minutes
Guest appearances

"Private School" is the fifth episode of the fourth season of the American mockumentary comedy horror television series What We Do in the Shadows, set in the franchise of the same name. It is the 35th overall episode of the series and was written by consulting producer Ayo Edebiri and co-producer Shana Gohd, and directed by co-executive producer Kyle Newacheck. It was released on FX on August 2, 2022.

The series is set in Staten Island, New York City. Like the 2014 film, the series follows the lives of vampires in the city. These consist of three vampires, Nandor, Laszlo, and Nadja. They live alongside Colin Robinson, an energy vampire; and Guillermo, Nandor's familiar. The series explores the absurdity and misfortunes experienced by the vampires. In the episode, the vampires decide to enroll Baby Colin at a private school, scheduling an interview with the headmaster.

According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.339 million household viewers and gained a 0.11 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received positive reviews, with critics particularly praising the performances, writing, and direction.