There isn't one single "best age" that everyone should be when they go to bed. Instead, the ideal bedtime is determined by your age, as different age groups require varying amounts of sleep.
Based on information from Sleep.com, ideal bedtimes are recommended according to specific age ranges to ensure adequate rest.
Ideal Bedtimes by Age Range
The following table outlines the recommended ideal bedtimes for different age groups:
| Age range | Ideal bedtime |
|---|---|
| Infant | 4-11 months |
| Toddler | 1-2 years |
| Preschool | 3-5 years |
| School-age | 6-13 years |
As shown, the ideal time to go to bed shifts earlier for younger children and later for school-aged children within this range. For infants, the ideal bedtime falls between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m., while school-aged children (6-13 years) have an ideal bedtime between 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
This variation highlights that the ideal bedtime is dependent on the age of the individual, rather than there being a specific age that is universally best for going to bed.
