The Dumping Ground

Jan 4, 2013

Seizing their chance to be free of grown-up supervision, the Young People take charge of the Dumping Ground... driving Gus to breaking point.

Jan 4, 2013

Still home alone, the young people go hungry, having spent all the money. For her own secret purpose, Elektra takes advantage of the ensuing fallout.

Jan 11, 2013

When her dad's pregnant girlfriend moves into their flat, Lily rebels, telling Mike she wants to come back to the Dumping Ground.

Jan 18, 2013

Jody is back with her family and on the surface all seems well, but when she turns up at the Dumping Ground with a bag full of swag it’s clear that her brother, Kingsley, has been out stealing. When Kingsley comes to collect her, terrified Jody is forced to return home. So it’s up to a worried Carmen to mount a rescue mission for her friend.

Jan 25, 2013

The Dumping Ground is divided when a same-sex couple show an interest in fostering Gus. As Johnny and Elektra come to blows about whether gay couples should be allowed to adopt, Gus is in turmoil about leaving the Dumping Ground and father figure Mike behind.

Feb 1, 2013

When the police turn up at Elm Tree House looking for Faith, wicked whispers fly. But Faith won’t give anything away, preferring to focus on her training for a charity run. The Young People are shocked to learn the brutal truth and rally round to support Faith, while the new girl in the house, Floss, wonders where on Earth she’s been dumped.

Feb 8, 2013

After getting bad exam results Frank denounces school and gets a job in the local café. He develops a full-blown crush on the waitress, Jade, and when she introduces him to a psychic medium it seems like Frank has finally found some answers about his future. But his Dumping Ground friends worry that he’s been taken for a ride.

Feb 15, 2013

Rick gets a huge shock when he finds his dad, disguised as a boiler man, right inside the Dumping Ground. Gerry insists that he's above board now and promises Rick a happy family future, but it quickly becomes clear that Gerry still loves the buzz of a hustle, and Rick is distraught. Meanwhile, Tee takes a shine to Gina's mum, Hattie, and is furious to hear Mike suggest that Hattie should move into a care home for the elderly, However, all is not what it seems, as Tee soon finds out.

Feb 22, 2013

It's the Dumping Ground annual trip out and the Young People finds themselves living like Edwardians for the day in the country estate, to learn about history by experiencing it. Resentment and tensions build as they split off into servants and masters, and soon boundaries between real life and make-believe become very blurred. A class war begins between the slaves and the Earl, Johnny, who begins to take his power way too seriously. Meanwhile, Elektra knows a secret...

Mar 1, 2013

Mo is the Dumping Ground’s new eccentric resident and everyone thinks he’s a bit strange, especially Tyler - who has to share a room with him. Tee takes pity on him and helps him with his arty creations, but poor Mo has never had a real friend before and it’s not long before Tee starts to feel suffocated. Mo can’t take a hint and pushes Tee right to her limit, with dangerous consequences.

Mar 8, 2013

A classic Tyler practical joke backfires, causing irreparable damage and Tyler is forced to re-evaluate himself; maybe it’s time he grew up. Without his comedy to fall back on, he finds himself in a dark and scary place. It’s up to his friends to try their best to convince him to be himself but will they succeed? Lily, Carmen and Tee fall out at an unsupervised sleepover at Lily’s flat.

Mar 15, 2013

A beautiful stranger named Esme visits Elm Tree House and soon Carmen's head is turned by tales of a glamorous live in Rio. However, the rest of The Dumping Ground is more divided, with many kids thinking she's a snob. However, Mike soon falls ill and now Carmen has a choice: stay at Elm Tree, or run away to Rio?

Mar 15, 2013

A face from the past comes back to haunt Faith, and brings danger right inside the Dumping Ground. Mo buys a magic egg which hatches… into a snake! Elektra thinks it’s cool and decides to keep it as a pet.

Jan 10, 2014

When young Bailey Wharton is found living on his own, he is summarily placed in the Dumping Ground where his arrival has quite an impact on the rest of the residents.

Jan 10, 2014

Faith's homecoming doesn't quite go to plan, and when Bailey's father finally turns up, will there be a happy reunion?

Jan 17, 2014

A buzz is created when the Dumping Ground residents are asked to star in a film.

Jan 24, 2014

Lily has some news that she must break to Carmen - but she knows it will test their friendship to the core.

Jan 31, 2014

When Frank finds himself in need of help, will the Dumping Ground residents come to the rescue?

Feb 7, 2014

Expectations are high when Tyler's mum comes for a visit.

Feb 14, 2014

A very long night ensues when two opposing Dumping Ground teams take up a bizarre telly challenge.

Feb 21, 2014

Faith and Rick are at loggerheads, while Mo and Bailey become unlikely allies.

Feb 28, 2014

Bailey's dreams are thrown into jeopardy when his football coach shows his true colours, whilst Floss' background is revealed when she steals Carmen's nail products.

Mar 7, 2014

When Johnny tackles a mugger, he discovers hidden talents that point to a possible new future for him.

Mar 14, 2014

Floss meets some prospective parents and Rick and Carmen's friendship might reach breaking point...

Mar 21, 2014

Johnny and Tee have very different reactions when their mum arrives at the Dumping Ground.

Mar 23, 2014

Frank's new job is jeopardised when he is reunited with an old friend.

Mar 28, 2014

Jan 16, 2015

A party for new foster parents goes very wrong as Bailey and Carmen battle it out over celebrity parents and watery sabotage.

Jan 16, 2015

Sinister new resident Ryan arrives and shows he does not care how far he has to go to get what he wants.

Jan 23, 2015

Through a floss-based misadventure, Carmen and Jody end up handcuffed together on a day when each has a different party to attend.

Jan 30, 2015

In battling to adopt a homeless dog, loner Bailey finally finds a friend.

Feb 6, 2015

Tee finds herself lured into the world of street art by a homeless artist. Tee sees he is in trouble, but will she break the law to help him find his father?

Feb 13, 2015

Tyler wants a new magic trick, and Ryan knows how to get money - stage a burglary in the Dumping Ground. But can they get away with it?

Feb 20, 2015

Carmen gets a chance to be a TV presenter and impress a celebrity, but the catch is that she has to prove how much science she knows.

Feb 27, 2015

Kazima and Tee must defend the Dumping Ground against burglars who break in to search for a mysterious package.

Mar 6, 2015

Ryan gets an unexpected text from Harry - it seems that things are going wrong in Harry's foster placement, and it falls to Ryan to rescue him.

Mar 13, 2015

Johnny has to face down his fear to protect his family when his violent stepfather gets out of prison.

Oct 6, 2015

A new girl called Sasha stops off on her way to a secure home and causes chaos. Can the Dumping Ground handle her bad behaviour?

Oct 13, 2015

Sasha can stay at the Dumping Ground as long as she obeys the rules. All is fine until her naughty little brother Dexter arrives.

Oct 20, 2015

If Bailey passes his review meeting he gets tickets to Wembley. The problem is that Bailey hasn't been on form lately, and Jody is keen to get the tickets for herself.

Oct 27, 2015

Tee decides to look into her enemy Ryan's past to finally discredit him at his birthday party. What she finds upsets Ryan - and backfires on her.

Nov 3, 2015

Mo gets the lead in the school play, but his delight is short-lived when his dad falls ill and a secret about his family history is revealed.

Nov 10, 2015

Tyler's plan to put on a great magic show leads him to a first love with Chanelle, the mysterious daughter of a magic shop owner.

Nov 17, 2015

Carmen drops May-Li's valuable antique necklace down the toilet and is torn over whether she should try to get it back or lie.

Nov 24, 2015

Tee is determined to prove she can be a party animal, but when she enlists the twins to help they take it all one disastrous step too far.

Dec 1, 2015

Jody upsets Ryan, and when May-Li's grandmother turns up unexpectedly, Ryan sees his chance to take cruel revenge during a martial arts battle.

Dec 8, 2015

Kazima fails her age assessment and so the immigration authorities want to send her back to Somalia. The Dumping Ground must rally to help her any way they can.

Jan 30, 2016

Bailey's world is rocked when his mum turns up at Ashdene Ridge. Can he forgive her for abandoning her as a toddler?

Feb 6, 2016

Bailey has to break some bad news to his mum - but what is she hiding from him? And what has it got to do with the play the young people are staging?

Feb 5, 2016

Sparks fly when Tee recruits Jody to help her and Carmen win a street dance competition. But who's more out of their depth - Carmen, or Jody?

Feb 12, 2016

Mo's convinced that there are aliens in the neighbourhood - and when he finds a prime suspect, he's determined to prove his sceptical friends wrong.

Feb 19, 2016

There is a shock in store for Ryan when his sister Chloe comes to the Dumping Ground. They share a traumatic secret in their past.

Feb 26, 2016

Tee gets a taste of what life outside care might be like when she goes for her first college interview, but her day does not go according to plan.

Mar 4, 2016

Unsure of where she fits in, Sasha is glad when an old friend seems to show an interest in her. But does he really have her best interests at heart?

Mar 11, 2016

Election fever strikes the Dumping Ground as Tyler and Floss battle it out over a place on a forum for children in care.

Mar 18, 2016

Everyone's missing Mike, so Kazima suggests a trip out to raise the young people's spirits - but can she save the day when they get lost in the countryside?

Mar 25, 2016

With the clock ticking, Ryan pursues a high-risk strategy to get Mike reinstated at Ashdene Ridge. But can he pull off his master plan?

Sep 30, 2016

Upset by a surprise her mum springs on her, Sasha asks to be put up for fostering - but she's shocked when she learns a couple want to adopt her. Are they the fit she's hoping for?

Oct 7, 2016

When Carmen opens a makeshift salon in the Dumping Ground garage, she gets Doris, a sharp-tongued pensioner, as her first customer. Carmen warms to Doris as she learns more about her - but then she learns Doris needs her help in a way she hadn't expected.

Oct 14, 2016

Bailey's dreaming big with his pet care business, and when he joins forces with a friendly rival in a Young Entrepreneur competition, he thinks his chances of success will increase. But business and pleasure don't necessarily mix.

Oct 21, 2016

Fearing she is being overlooked, Floss comes up with an idea that will put her centre stage. But is she so desperate for the limelight that she will forget who her friends are?

Oct 28, 2016

New boy Sammy starts to get on people's nerves, and Tyler steps in to defend him. Grateful Sammy is determined to impress his new friend.

Nov 4, 2016

Tyler is delighted at the prospect of a new future with his mum - but, after years apart, they soon find out they have a lot to learn about one another.

Nov 11, 2016

The DG residents are excited about the prospect of going camping, so why is Ryan so anxious to sabotage it? Chloe stands by her brother, but soon discovers that she and Ryan have quite different ideas about loyalty.

Nov 18, 2016

When Kazima starts behaving strangely, her friends don't understand what's got into her. Then the truth emerges, the Dumping Ground descends into chaos and Kazima's left with a tough decision to make.

Nov 25, 2016

Things start disappearing on Carmen and Tee's last day at the Dumping Ground. Some of the residents decide to track down the thief - but they're not the ones who catch them.

Dec 2, 2016

Jody finds out that following your heart can lead to danger - will her friends be able to save her? Meanwhile, Ryan confesses his darkest secret.

Jan 28, 2017

Dexter's desire to be with Bailey puts him at odds with Sasha and a former Football Academy rival, Roddy.

Jan 20, 2017

Dexter is in deep trouble. Can Bailey and Sasha find a way to help him out? Bailey faces a life-changing choice and the Dumping Ground discover first impressions do matter when they meet the neighbours from hell.

Jan 27, 2017

Sasha and Bailey ally to save Dexter. Bailey is given a life-changing choice.

Feb 3, 2017

Chloe meets the girly Candi-Rose, but is their friendship doomed to fail? Kazima's charity cake bake is dealt a blow by downtrodden neighbour Edward.

Feb 10, 2017

Jody realises that playing Cupid has consequences she may not like.

Feb 17, 2017

Opportunity knocks for Floss but facing the cameras means facing her fears.

Feb 24, 2017

Sasha turns P.I. when a parcel disappears but the quest for justice uncovers unpleasant truths.

Mar 3, 2017

Kazima's kindness is put to the test when she meets a troubled homeless teenager. After a bump to the head, Floss believes she has magical powers.

Mar 10, 2017

A radio internship gives Tyler a big story, but the truth is not always what it seems.

Mar 17, 2017

Kazima is shocked when Alex returns desperate for help. Kazima's reluctant to help at first sees that George is ill so she agrees to take him in and hides him in the attic.

Mar 24, 2017

Kazima, Ryan, and Joseph are tasked with staying behind to exchange an old wardrobe for a new one. When the wardrobe is delivered, they soon get more than they bargained for.

Mar 31, 2017

Kazima gets news from her father in Denmark - he's living there and wants Kazima to join him. The decision is easy for Kazima to make as she enthusiastically prepares to leave.

Oct 13, 2017

Floss seeks out a new adventure during a tech ban but her curiosity leads her into danger.

Oct 20, 2017

Sasha is forced to face her demons when a planned trip to the beach goes horribly wrong.

Oct 27, 2017

It's Halloween, and Tyler and the DG gang investigate the ghostly tale of old Lady Thriftpenny.

Nov 3, 2017

A couple comes forward to adopt the twins, but Toni doesn't share Billie's enthusiasm about the chance for a fresh start.

Nov 10, 2017

Mike and Jody embark on an elaborate plan to retrieve Jody's phone, which has been locked up after she pranked Mike.

Nov 17, 2017

Sasha is locked in the bathroom, where her liberation comes in the form of Josh and she faces the biggest risk she's ever taken.

Nov 24, 2017

After some money disappears, a kangaroo court is set up to find the truth and Joseph and Jody soon become the prime suspects. Sasha represents the defence against Floss, who wastes no time picking holes in Jody and Joseph's stories.

Dec 1, 2017

When Mike and May-Li's working relationship is pushed to breaking point, the YP must go to extreme lengths to fix it.

Dec 8, 2017

With news breaking that Ashdene Ridge is being sold for development, the YP must try to find a way to save their home.

Dec 15, 2017

Tyler and the YP face a desperate race against time to find the evidence that can save Ashdene Ridge.

Dec 22, 2017

Tyler caves under the pressure of dealing with everyone's problems, and escapes to his safe-space - a desert island. However, an island invasion means his peace is short-lived.

Dec 29, 2017

Tyler and the YP must face their deepest fears or risk being stuck on the desert island forever.

Jan 12, 2018

Jody's anger boils over when she's forced to play happy families with her mum.

Jan 19, 2018

The pressure rises on Jody as she's torn between a future with her mother or one at Ashdene Ridge.

Jan 26, 2018

Worried about being left out, Candi-Rose attempts to boost her popularity by shoplifting.

Feb 2, 2018

Finn's kind nature backfires on him when he's set on a collision course with Alex.

Feb 9, 2018

Sasha prepares to say goodbye to Ashdene Ridge, but her toughest farewell is yet to come.

Feb 16, 2018

A chance encounter puts Alex face to face with a woman he believes to be his mum.

Feb 23, 2018

It's competition time as Ashdene Ridge takes on rival care home Graybridge. Charlie's competitive side shows.

Mar 2, 2018

May-Li's career is put on the line when a serious allegation is made against her.

Mar 9, 2018

Tyler takes extreme action in an effort to bring calm to the house.

Mar 16, 2018

May-Li and Mike are put on a comic collision course when a lurgy hits the house.

Mar 23, 2018

Ryan's lies threaten to overwhelm him when he tries to take credit for an act of heroism.

Mar 30, 2018

Ryan faces his biggest battle yet when he finds himself in the grip of a blackmailer.

Sep 14, 2018

Sasha is pushed to take extreme action when she finds herself stuck reliving the same day.

Sep 28, 2018

Joseph's determination to be perfect for a foster family forces him to reflect on his past.

Sep 28, 2018

Bird's lack of confidence is put to the test while on a trip to a nature reserve.

Oct 5, 2018

Charlie has to face the reality of her Grandad's condition when he comes to visit the DG.

Oct 12, 2018

Tyler takes drastic action in an effort to protect his mum from her new boyfriend.

Oct 19, 2018

Jody learns a lesson in selfishness when the YP are forced to tidy up an abandoned school.

Oct 26, 2018

Jay's plan to seize the day brings him face to face with the memories of his childhood.

Nov 2, 2018

Alex is forced to confront his worst fears when work experience at Lily's cafe doesn't go as he planned.

Nov 9, 2018

Ashdene Ridge is pushed to the brink after an experiment splits up the boys and girls.

Nov 16, 2018

Jody must decide between a future with Brandon or facing up to her true feelings for Tyler.

Nov 30, 2018

Charlie is faced with a test when a visit to her grandad takes an unexpected turn.

Dec 7, 2018

It's Mike's wedding day but, with the groom missing, everyone must unite to save the day.

Jan 4, 2019

Sasha’s life is turned upside down by new guests to the DG. Reunited with Freya, an old friend from her criminal past, Sasha is unconvinced that Freya has reformed.

Jan 4, 2019

Jody rallies the YP together to investigate the truth behind Sasha’s actions that sent her to Secure, but a relentless Freya stands in their way.

Jan 11, 2019

Blindsided by the return of his mother, Alex struggles to keep his anger at bay. Aileen wants to reconnect with her son, but Alex may not be so willing to forgive and forget.

Jan 18, 2019

Ryan's fear of failure threatens to overwhelm him when he volunteers at a sables.

Jan 25, 2019

Tyler can't decide whether to give Jody a necklace, or what kind of career path he’d like to take. Meanwhile, he is tasked with looking after Ms Bloomfield’s daughter, Piper, but his indecisiveness is exposed again when he’s forced to take huge risks after a prank phone call loses the radio station their celebrity guest.

Feb 1, 2019

Candi-Rose's secret past comes to light when she tracks down someone special to her.

Feb 8, 2019

Floss' world is rocked when she concludes that Ross must be her real brother.

Feb 15, 2019

Feb 22, 2019

Sasha's jealously simmers when she discovers that Josh has a new girlfriend.

Mar 1, 2019

Charlie's world is turned upside down following her mum's release from prison.

Mar 8, 2019

Jay's ego goes into overdrive when he's offered an interview at a prestigious school.

Mar 15, 2019

Ryan must finally come face to face with the demons from his past following the sudden return of his mum. Panicked, Ryan must go to extreme lengths to protect him and Chloe.

Sep 27, 2019

Jody's continual complaints about the DG leave Mike with no choice. Jody accepts the challenge to be care worker for the day, but the job may not be as easy as she first thought.

Oct 4, 2019

Entering a short film competition, the DG is full of lofty ideas but as creative differences emerge, their Hollywood romance teeters on the verge of becoming a disaster movie.

Oct 11, 2019

Taz’s hopes for a future with her dad hang in the balance when doubts arise about Jerome's well-being. Resorting to drastic measures, Taz is determined to keep Jerome in her life.

Oct 18, 2019

Charlie arrives at a key turning point in her life as she prepares to go on her trip to the Galapagos Islands, but some unfinished business with Alex threatens to derail her plans. Meanwhile, Floss has to deal with the intrusive Dr Fielding, who wants her to open up about her feelings when she just wants to eat chocolate.

Oct 25, 2019

Tyler is invited on a holiday to Spain with Sally and Kamal. However, he a big problem - he can't afford it, so he has a yard sale to earn the cash.

Nov 1, 2019

Bec wastes no time in making an impression on her first day at Ashdene Ridge by making a fire in the back garden. With Taz and Sid spooked, Bec's mysterious past comes to light.

Nov 8, 2019

Bird's fear of public performance is thrown into focus when he is signed up to perform stand-up comedy. Doubted by Floss and Sasha, Bird can't resist the chance to prove himself.

Nov 15, 2019

Finn unknowingly qualifies for a swimming race, but champion swimmer Blake writes off Finn’s chances. Finn must rise to the challenge to prove the doubters wrong.

Nov 22, 2019

Chloe's video game obsession is pushing her away from the rest of a house and, when she meets with a stranger online, she is intent on taking a huge risk to find a connection.

Nov 29, 2019

Mike is forced to revisit his past when he attends a school reunion in Ireland. However, the longer Mike spends in his hometown, the more buried secrets begin to reveal themselves.

Dec 6, 2019

When Mike awakens from a terrible nightmare, he sets out to work hard and take his mind off things. As his day spirals out of control, however, Mike's nightmare becomes a reality.

Dec 13, 2019

There is heartbreak, hilarity, stupidity, and frivolity, in true Dumping Ground fashion, as the night of the prom verges on becoming a night of disaster.

Jan 10, 2020

As May-Li faces the most important day of her career, Jody's paranoia sets in, pushing her temper to breaking point as it threatens to spoil May-Li's chance at promotion.

Jan 17, 2020

With May-Li gone and Al in charge, the DG is in chaos. With divisions emerging, Tyler must rally to take back control and get Ashdene Ridge back to normal.

Jan 24, 2020

As Chloe and the DG prepare to celebrate Burns Night with a surprise visitor, Bec struggles to hide a secret about her past on an emotional anniversary.

Jan 31, 2020

Sasha becomes convinced that a well-known street artist has stolen her idea and her uphill battle to prove the truth and defend her rights opens up further wounds.

Feb 7, 2020

Things are looking up when Floss is given the chance to be fostered by her dream family, but her struggle to behave as perfectly as she may need to threatens to spoil everything.

Feb 14, 2020

Love is in the air as Ashdene Ridge celebrates Valentine’s Day, but the most romantic day of the year doesn’t go exactly according to plan for the YP.

Feb 21, 2020

When Tyler receives some tragic news about his dad, he goes on an emotional journey to learn more about where he came from and the sort of life he'd like to lead.

Feb 28, 2020

Worried that the YP think she is too boring and safe, Chloe begins breaking the house rules as she becomes a ‘fixer’. However, her actions threaten to get everybody in trouble.

Mar 6, 2020

Taz’s patience is tested after she discovers that her dad has a new girlfriend. With fears growing about the memory of her mum, Taz will do whatever it takes to protect it.

Mar 13, 2020

Viv is hopeful for a fresh start when her estranged Uncle Ray returns, promising that he’s turned his life around, but her loyalty to her uncle is soon put to the test.

Mar 20, 2020

Tyler’s life is turned upside down when he is faced with a life-changing opportunity. With unfinished business in the DG, Tyler must make an impossible choice.

Mar 27, 2020

Tyler and Jody’s bond is closer than ever, but as both face a major turning point in their lives, a huge decision looms over them.

Sep 25, 2020

Jay is outraged to discover that his arch-rival Elliot has stolen a small trophy from his bedroom. He’s crossed the line! Their rivalry started when Jay beat Elliot at a ‘kids in care’ activity day. Bitter at his loss, Elliot stole the trophy from Jay, and the two have continued to steal it back and forth ever since.

Oct 2, 2020

When the office window gets smashed, Bird quickly finds himself as the main suspect. Desperate to prove his innocence, Bird searches for the true culprit behind the crime.

Oct 9, 2020

Bec believes she has found a kindred spirit when she bonds with new arrival Ruby, but a shocking turn of events brings Bec face to face with the demons of her past.

Oct 16, 2020

While volunteering at a food bank with Viv, Scott catches a girl stealing supplies. Learning that she is desperate, Scott tries to help, but soon discovers that all is not what it seems.

Oct 23, 2020

As the DG settle in to celebrate Halloween with a round of spooky stories, the bone-chilling tales of ghosts and witches may be too much for some.

Dec 11, 2020

With the DG snowed in by a blizzard and left without any care workers on Christmas Eve, Sasha must step up to take charge and save Christmas from the brink of chaos.

Jan 8, 2021

Katy is confident that her mum is ready to look after her again, but when Maria shows signs of taking a step backwards, Katy takes drastic action in a bid to help her mum.

Jan 15, 2021

Jody is excited to take on work experience with brother Luke, but the challenges and pressures of stepping into different surroundings and being an adult may push her too far.

Jan 22, 2021

May-Li’s thrilled when her wife Alice visits the DG for the first time, but it soon becomes clear that May-Li is more dedicated to her job than she realised.

Jan 29, 2021

Bird is stunned to see ghosts from their childhood dramatically return and is pushed into taking drastic action to protect Jay, whatever the cost.

Feb 5, 2021

After clashing with a rival boxer, Jody loses control of her anger in a shocking incident. Hiding her actions, Jody will soon have to finally confront the demons of her past.

Feb 5, 2021

Daunted by work experience at a hospital, Finn also has a big decision to make about his future. He escapes into his imagination in an attempt to find the answer.

Jun 11, 2021

Lying is a way of life for Jay and it always gets him out of trouble. But, when he is guilty of stealing a laptop, Jay cannot fall back on his lies, he must tell the truth.

Jun 18, 2021

Deciding to tackle her anger issues head on, Jody goes to counselling sessions. However, as the questions get tougher, Jody must rise to the challenge and face the darkest of her demons.

Jun 25, 2021

Sasha has the perfect spot on the sofa, but she is not the only one with a game plan as alliances are formed and friendships are tested, all in a fight for the coveted TV remote.

Jul 2, 2021

Unearthing a box of her Mum’s belongings, Taz is pulled into a mystery surrounding the fate of local woods. To solve it, she will have to come face to face with tough memories.

Jul 9, 2021

Shocked to meet Fred’s original owner, Sid’s world is turned upside down as he faces a race against time to retrieve Fred and stake his claim to his best friend.

Jul 16, 2021

Consistently ignored by the others, Floss has had enough. When a new arrival offers Floss a deal she can’t refuse, Floss’s selfishness goes into overdrive, with big consequences.

Jul 23, 2021

Sasha has had the best night of her life at the Electrik Rokk Festival, even if May-Li banned her from going. However, now someone knows she was there, and Sasha needs to stop them.

Jul 30, 2021

Jay’s cool persona is put under the microscope after he falls for a girl.

Aug 6, 2021

May-Li’s forced to confront her troubled relationship with her family after her glamorous and successful cousin makes a surprise visit to the DG with some big news!

Aug 13, 2021

Shocked to see her younger brother Murphy arrive at the DG, Sasha’s patience is pushed to the limit as she questions if she can really tame this tearaway.

Jan 21, 2022

Fresh from a visit to her mum, Ruby is keen to make it up to an old friend. However, when her fears grow that they might be in trouble, Ruby must risk it all to help save them.

Jan 28, 2022

It’s the day of Sasha’s art exhibit, and Jody has forgotten. Hoping to make it up to her, Jody makes a mistake that threatens to damage their friendship forever.

Feb 4, 2022

Shocked to find out that her real mum has finally been found, Floss must process what this means for her and Ross, setting up a meeting that could change her future forever.

Feb 11, 2022

Finding a case of cash in the woods, Bird is faced with a dilemma. But when others discover his secret, new threats emerge that forces him into extreme action to protect himself.

Feb 18, 2022

Meeting her idol Drew from the Death Night Thrashers, Sasha resorts to devious tactics to keep the band from splitting up as she also nears a crossroads in her own life.

Feb 25, 2022

Pressure mounts on Scott after his brother Nathan comes to work at the DG. As the brothers try to build bridges, Scott makes a silly mistake that threatens to derail his career.

Mar 4, 2022

Sid is excited about launching his new drone, but life in the DG comes with responsibilities and, not wanting to be distracted, he will do just about anything to escape.

Mar 11, 2022

Rocked after receiving racist abuse online, Bird tries to focus on his comedy. However, while anger threatens to blow, others choose to take action against the abusers.

Mar 18, 2022

It’s the busiest day of May-Li’s career and everything must run smoothly. But when a young person goes missing, her plans threaten to collapse in tatters.

Mar 25, 2022

Shocked to receive devastating news about her older brother Kingsley, Jody tries to regroup with the help of an unlikely ally but finds her own future hanging in the balance.

Sep 30, 2022

After a disaster at a neighbouring children’s home, the DG welcomes in new residents. As tensions rise to breaking point, a recently departed Jody returns with an agenda of her own.

Oct 7, 2022

Jody leads the search for the runaways, hoping to bring them back to the DG before Ben wakes up. But as Fraser leads the runaways on to his destination, a grave danger awaits…

Oct 14, 2022

Taz is fed up with her new roommate Sabrina and she’s not the only one. Told to make Sabrina feel at home, Taz gives it one last go - with disastrous results.

Oct 21, 2022

Bird embarks on a secret mission to meet a famous musician he believes to be his real dad, leaving Jay to cover up the real reason for his absence from the DG.

Oct 28, 2022

Clem’s precious notebook is missing, and she needs it back! Causing chaos everywhere she goes, Clem is forced to face a life-changing revelation, while Bird says goodbye to the DG.

Nov 4, 2022

When Kyle’s dad asks for his help to commit a crime, Kyle must decide between the future he has always wanted with his dad or the safety of the DG.

Nov 11, 2022

Candi-Rose suddenly doesn’t feel right in pink. Troubled, she goes on a journey of self-discovery to find out who she would have been if she had never changed her name.

Nov 18, 2022

Off to stay at a potential foster family home for the weekend, Sid’s mind is blown to hear about his background. However, when a difficult decision looms, Sid must face reality.

Nov 25, 2022

Determined to find out why May-Li is in such a bad mood, Floss leads a secret mission - but what she uncovers has huge consequences for the DG!

Dec 2, 2022

It’s May-Li’s last day in the DG, but Candi-Rose’s celebratory plans are upended as her mother returns seeking a dangerous reconciliation that threatens to change the DG forever.

Apr 21, 2023

The DG is unrecognisable with Doreen in charge, and Floss has had enough. She goes to war, leading a rebellion to save the DG, but as the fallout hits, alliances begin to split.

Apr 28, 2023

After Floss’s cowardly betrayal of the DG, she finds herself exiled and fighting to redeem herself, while Kyle faces a tough chat with his dad, and Taz meets newcomer Izzy.

May 5, 2023

Meeting Maisie, Taz finds a would-be kindred spirit as they embark on protecting the local otters. However, as they become friends, Taz finds out that Maisie isn’t who she says she is.

May 12, 2023

Discovering how to get good karma, Floss faces the incredibly tall task of making good for all her past mistakes. However, Wes, under the influence of Jay, is getting drawn to payback.

May 19, 2023

Recovering from an injury, Jay must answer questions about his future that take him out of his comfort zone, while Sid’s hunt for an alien to land in the DG has surprising results.

May 26, 2023

When Clem’s sister Nicole turns up where she’d least expect it, they both make discoveries about each other that they would never have imagined.

Jun 2, 2023

The day is finally here for Finn to meet his mum for the first time. However, as his excitement grows, so too do his nerves as he questions why she abandoned him as a baby.

Jun 9, 2023

With a prized scholarship up for grabs, Floss enters a prestigious baking competition. However, as the heat rises in the kitchen, Floss faces a fierce battle for her future.

Jun 16, 2023

Sabrina’s determined to make the scariest film ever. However, as she gathers a crew, her bad attitude only isolates her further, while Kyle’s past demons come to the surface.

Jun 23, 2023

Izzy builds a dream go-kart. However, as scars from her past are unveiled, a race beckons. Meanwhile, Kyle’s offer to help Hugo leads to an explosive outcome that will change the DG forever.

Jan 26, 2024

The Dumping Ground gang are back but are heading to a new care home. Things get off to a rocky start as the Porter’s Lodge tribe try and get the better of them.

Feb 2, 2024

Sabrina leaves a spiteful message on Bonnie’s phone, Shanice is not happy with Frankie’s latest plan, and Maisie struggles to make connections in her new home.

Feb 9, 2024

Dita is challenged by Maisie, who has found her diary. Oscar and Shanice use a wild cat story to cover their tracks, while Wes tries out being a teenager for the day.

Feb 16, 2024

Bonnie turns detective to uncover the secrets of a strange tent Sabrina has found in the woods. Meanwhile, Maisie needs to read her care file and makes a new friend.

Feb 23, 2024

Maisie’s scheme to get the room to herself pushes Chelsey closer to Brodie. Erin, Dita and Izzy set a trap to catch a chocolate thief, and Jimi tries to get out of his homework.

Mar 1, 2024

Sabrina is shocked when she overhears Ben talking to her mum, Finn arrives on a Dumping Ground mission, and Jimi is angry with Erin but won’t tell her why.

Mar 8, 2024

Sabrina is still in turmoil knowing that her mum might be back, and Doreen springs a surprise house inspection. Frankie, Oscar and Shanice tackle the almighty stink in the boys' room.

Mar 15, 2024

Maisie accidentally ruins Wes’s special book but can’t come clean. Oscar quits the gang, and Frankie comes up with a plan to get him back. Brodie and Chelsey want to cheer up Maisie.

Mar 22, 2024

An upset and lonely Maisie runs away from the Dumping Ground. Wes’s gran sends him some birthday money, and Frankie plots to liberate the cash. Chelsey and Brodie frantically search for Maisie.

Mar 29, 2024

Bonnie is excited about the big gig, but Sabrina is a nervous wreck - will her mum turn up to hear her sing? Meanwhile, Frankie wants to avoid the concert at all costs.

Oct 18, 2024

When Oscar loses his last baby tooth, Frankie ropes the gang into catching the tooth fairy in the act. However, Erin and Dita are determined to spoil his plan.

Oct 25, 2024

Wes chooses between being fostered by the perfect couple or staying at the DG, where he is closer to his grandad. Bonnie is struggling without Sabrina. It’s time for a new roommate!

Nov 1, 2024

Chelsea needs a look a like to take her place in the DG, and Sid is back in the house.

Nov 8, 2024

Chelsey visits Keira’s home, and seeing the life she could’ve had is all too much for her.

Nov 15, 2024

Maisie spoils Erin’s annual treasure hunt, so Erin decides to be ‘more Maisie’.

Nov 22, 2024

Shanice and Doreen have a big bust-up and then wake up to find they have swapped bodies.

Nov 29, 2024

Brodie is acting strangely and howling at the moon. What is his secret? Is he a werewolf?

Dec 6, 2024

Ben and Georgia have arranged different day trips - Frankie is determined to avoid both!

Dec 13, 2024

Dec 20, 2024

Jan 17, 2025

It’s a busy day at the Dumping Ground, with youth rep elections and a new care worker starting. However, sisters Harmony and Phoenix are about to shake things up at Porter’s Lodge.

Jan 17, 2025

Grounded Bonnie is desperate to visit her brother Fraser and needs some help to escape the DG. Jimi and Wes get into trouble trying to win some cash at an arcade!

Jan 24, 2025

Brodie and the gang are staying up all night to watch wrestling. But then somebody goes missing, aliens are spotted in the garden, and Chesley’s crush is uncovered.

Jan 31, 2025

Jimi is shocked when he bumps into his brother and is forced to make an important decision about his future at the DG. The gang think Ben is sick, very sick, and not in a good way.

Feb 7, 2025

A boy turns up at the house all alone and with hopes of staying there. For Frankie, the new lad is the perfect cover for some pranks - but things don’t work out as planned.

Feb 14, 2025

Oscar meets his dad, who is a magician, for the first time. Posh schoolgirl Hana has her world turned upside down when her parents are sent to prison and she is sent to the DG.

Feb 21, 2025

Brodie discovers something huge about Chelsey’s past that threatens her relationship with her twin, Keira. Meanwhile, Frankie sets out to prove he is the true Chaos Master of the DG.

Feb 28, 2025

Maisie is determined to win a place at a fashion school, but it won’t be easy. At the DG, Shanice has a bad hair day, and Vinny is struggling with his homework.

Mar 7, 2025

The gang are on holiday, and Hana meets an old school friend. Can she admit to living in the DG? Harmony wants to go ghost hunting but ends up catching something else.

Mar 14, 2025

Keira wonders if all her dreams could come true as her parents decide they want to foster Chelsey. Phoenix returns to the DG with a secret, and Brodie needs to confess his true feelings.