Chalk(1997)

Chalk is a British sitcom set at Galfast High, a comprehensive school where deputy headteacher Eric Slatt navigates constant chaos of his own making and his eccentric staff. Written by Steven Moffat, the series aired on BBC1 in 1997 across two seasons. Permanently stressed and struggling to maintain control, Slatt finds occasional support from his wife Janet and new English teacher Suzy Travis as they attempt to resolve the mounting problems at the school. The show balances dark humor with the everyday absurdities of school life, offering a sharp take on education and institutional dysfunction. Moffat's sharp writing and the cast's committed performances make Chalk a distinctive entry in British comedy from the late nineties.