Waterloo Road (2006–present)

1. S01E01Episode 1March 9, 2006 7.0Headteacher of Waterloo Road Comprehensive, Jack Rimmer, hires Andrew Treneman, hoping he can improve the school's failing status and bring
2. S01E02Season's bestEpisode 2March 16, 2006 8.5The aftermath of the car crash affects the entire school. Lorna announces her pregnancy to her new husband, but he isn't so sure he wants a
3. S01E03Episode 3March 23, 2006 7.0A pupil gives birth at the school, but who is the father? Could it be one of the teachers? Andrew implements a house system with disastrous
4. S01E04Episode 4March 30, 2006 7.0Izzie's ex-husband causes chaos at the school when he demands access to their children, and Tom confronts Lorna about her apparent miscarria
5. S01E05Episode 5April 6, 2006 8.0Lorna tries out a new image in a bid to catch Tom's attention, while Budgen suspects one of his students may be taking drugs and approaches
6. S01E06Episode 6April 13, 2006 7.0An education inspector pays a visit to Waterloo Road, and brings bad news regarding the future of the school. Meanwhile, Tom and Izzie strug
7. S01E07Episode 7April 20, 2006 8.0The staff organise an open day in a bid to impress the inspectors, but events take a turn for the worse when gay pupil Rory starts a petitio
8. S01E08Episode 8April 27, 2006 7.0Tensions run high as the inspectors make their decision about the future of Waterloo Road, while Chlo's nerves are in pieces as she faces he

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

1. S02E01Season's bestEpisode 1January 18, 2007 8.0At Waterloo Road, a new term is beginning, and the school is launching its first sixth form. Izzie and Tom, expecting their first child toge
2. S02E02Episode 2January 25, 2007 7.0Kim gets a surprise at the school when an old face returns.
3. S02E03Episode 3February 1, 2007 8.0Izzie finds out about Leigh-Ann's hate site. Meanwhile, Chlo and Donte have to lie to spend a night together.
4. S02E04Episode 4February 8, 2007 7.0Jack and Andrew learn some interesting secrets about Roger, whilst Brett also confronts his father.
5. S02E05Episode 5February 15, 2007 7.0A pupil is attacked, prompting the school to set up a self-defence class. Elsewhere, Lorna receives the results of her MRI scan.
6. S02E06Episode 6February 22, 2007 7.0Izzie returns to work, but after another attack in the area she becomes very protective of her daughters.
7. S02E07Episode 7March 1, 2007 7.0Steph helps Maxine to look for a place to call home.
8. S02E08Episode 8March 29, 2007 7.0Jack and Kim are mortified when a work placement goes wrong. Steph speaks up for Maxine, with serious consequences.
9. S02E09Episode 9April 5, 2007 7.0The interviews for the headmaster’s position at Waterloo Road are taking place, and an ambitious interviewee has Jack going in as the underd
10. S02E10Episode 10April 12, 2007 8.0Lorna's struggles with the reality of her recent diagnosis.
11. S02E11Episode 11April 19, 2007 7.0Jack launches a healthy eating initiative. Meanwhile, Andrew is offered a permanent job in Rwanda and turns to Kim for advice on whether he
12. S02E12Episode 12April 26, 2007 7.0Jed Seddon's burger van is still peddling junk food and drugs to the students, and the situation is made worse when pupil Siobhan is rushed

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

1. S03E01Episode 1October 11, 2007—As a new term begins, Jack finds himself depressed over the death of Izzie Redpath, and feels it may be his fault. Elsewhere, a series of ne
2. S03E02Episode 2October 18, 2007—Matt begins work on the school musical, with Steph helping. However, she soon becomes too involved, neglecting her pastoral care duties.
3. S03E03Episode 3October 25, 2007—The school has its first girls' football match. Chlo and Brett grow closer.
4. S03E04Episode 4November 1, 2007—Jack decides on the future he wishes to share with Davina. Meanwhile, Chlo finds it hard accept recent mistakes.
5. S03E05Episode 5November 8, 2007—News of Chlo and Brett sleeping together travels fast, and Donte is outraged. Elsewhere, Jack is struggling to confess his one-night stand w
6. S03E06Episode 6November 15, 2007—Waterloo Road is in the spotlight once more when it breaks to local reporters that Chlo is missing. Jack's day worsens when it is discovered
7. S03E07Episode 7November 22, 2007—The search begins for a new headteacher, and continues for Chlo, who seems to be having some difficulties of her own...
8. S03E08Episode 8November 29, 2007—Some of the school's most difficult boys are going on an adventure trip with Eddie, Tom, Davina, and Grantly. Tensions between Chlo, Brett,
9. S03E09Episode 9December 6, 2007—Mika has some surprising news for Brett. An archaeological dig in the school grounds brings old secrets to the surface.
10. S03E10Episode 10December 13, 2007—Rachel decides to bring the school musical forward, creating problems with the staff and pupils involved.
11. S03E11Episode 11January 10, 2008—It's the start of the spring term, and Eddie's annoyed with the teachers for not focussing on the children's exam enough. Meanwhile, Brett t
12. S03E12Episode 12January 17, 2008—Davina is shocked when Darren Briggs Sr., whose son is being tutored by her, begins following her around. Elsewhere, Rachel is blackmailed w
13. S03E13Episode 13January 24, 2008—A group of students volunteer at local work places, while Tom and Davina take their relationship to the next level.
14. S03E14Episode 14January 31, 2008—Jasmine is in shock when she is accused of assulting Michaela, a troublesome student, and faces prosecution.
15. S03E15Episode 15February 7, 2008—Matt panics when he finds out his mother is coming to visit, who is unaware he has a boyfriend. Brett and Mika, attempt to convince Eddie an
16. S03E16Episode 16February 14, 2008—It’s supply teacher Wilson Bignham’s last day and the school is sad to see him go, especially Janeece.
17. S03E17Episode 17February 21, 2008—Chlo wants Donte back, whilst Mika and Brett take their environmental plans to the next level.
18. S03E18Episode 18February 28, 2008—Sameen is terrified when two immigration officers come to the school looking for her, but Rachel is only concerned with protecting her. Mean
19. S03E19Episode 19March 6, 2008—Jack Rimmer turns up with an offer for Davina. Will she abandon her life in Rochdale to leave with her old flame?
20. S03E20Episode 20March 13, 2008—On the last day of term, a careless act brings about a devastating turn of events for the school…

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

1. S04E01Episode 1January 7, 2009—Another term at Waterloo Road begins, and Rachel's ready to start again after her accident. A fresh set of pupils cause havoc within the sch
2. S04E02Episode 2January 14, 2009—Eddie is angry when he finds out Rachel has been lying about her sister, Melissa. Elsewhere, the school's new security guard falls head-over
3. S04E03Episode 3January 21, 2009—Davina's reputation is at stake when she is accused of racism by Maaka Lacey, a Maori supply teacher with an alternative approach to educati
4. S04E04Episode 4January 28, 2009—The ongoing feud between Tom and the Kelly family takes new heights. Fleur and Grantly struggle to overcome the obstacles in their marriage.
5. S04E05Episode 5February 4, 2009—Drugs awareness day dawns on Waterloo Road, and Governor Ralph Mellor has a plan.
6. S04E06Episode 6February 11, 2009—Matt bites off more than he can chew when he becomes Sam Kelly's emergency foster carer.
7. S04E07Episode 7February 18, 2009—Rachel is shocked when Eddie and Melissa's relationship takes an unexpected leap forward.
8. S04E08Episode 8February 25, 2009—Rachel and Eddie are left glowing when Waterloo Road receives an encouraging report.
9. S04E09Episode 9March 4, 2009—Steph and Janeece struggle with a recent loss. Realising how valuable life is, Donte surprises Chlo.
10. S04E10Episode 10March 11, 2009—It's the last day of term at Waterloo road, and there's revelations for students and teachers alike.
11. S04E11Episode 11March 18, 2009—It's the start of a new term at Waterloo Road as the school welcomes back Kim Campbell.
12. S04E12Episode 12March 25, 2009—With Kim’s eye off the ball due to her own personal struggles, Karla Bentham becomes the victim of Michaela White’s scheme to make money. It
13. S04E13Episode 13April 1, 2009—With Rachel on a course, Eddie's at the helm - but soon finds out it's not going to be an easy ride.
14. S04E14Episode 14April 8, 2009—A number of STI leaflets that Kim distributed to her sex education class fall into the wrong hands.
15. S04E15Episode 15April 15, 2009—Determined to reunite the girl’s football team, Tom persuades his old friend Captain Andy Rigby to run an army day at the school. Elsewhere,
16. S04E16Episode 16April 22, 2009—Waterloo Road’s latest supply teacher, Jem Allen is proving popular with staff and students alike, but her upbeat attitude and glamorous lif
17. S04E17Episode 17April 29, 2009—Steph’s return to Waterloo Road starts badly when a pupil leads a class revolt. Meanwhile Donte is struggling with Chlo’s decision to put th
18. S04E18Episode 18May 6, 2009—Bitter battle lines are drawn between Chlo and Donte as they wrangle over their baby’s future. A Home Office official turns up at the school
19. S04E19Episode 19May 13, 2009—Kim struggles to hold it together as organiser of a fundraising day at the school. But will a surprise visit bring the support she needs? Wh
20. S04E20Episode 20May 20, 2009—Waterloo Road is in the final of the North West Schools Choir of the Year competition, but things take a bad turn when it becomes apparent t

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

1. S05E01Episode 1October 28, 2009—It's all change at Waterloo Road. The school has been merged with local private school John Fosters, and neither the "posh" John Fosters pup
2. S05E02Episode 2November 4, 2009—Ex John Fosters pupil Amy accuses Bolton of attempted rape, and the James sisters face the funeral of their murdered father.
3. S05E03Episode 3November 11, 2009—After a night of passion, Kim and Max are acting like a pair of lovesick puppies. Can they keep their burgeoning romance a secret from the r
4. S05E04Episode 4November 18, 2009—Luke has a day from hell when the pupils find out about his family life.
5. S05E05Episode 5November 25, 2009—Ruby's luxurious lifestyle crashes around her, and Max comes under scrutiny.
6. S05E06Episode 6December 2, 2009—Christopher's relationship with a Year 12 girl is called into question.
7. S05E07Episode 7December 9, 2009—Quiet Year 10 pupil Cassie Turner claims she is being bullied, and Kim fears the girl gangs are back in full force.
8. S05E08Episode 8December 16, 2009—It's the day of Helen's first official inspection and she is desperate to impress.
9. S05E09Episode 9December 23, 2009—Lindsay nervously takes the stand during her mother's trial, and Jo is nominated for an Outstanding Teacher Award.
10. S05E10Episode 10December 30, 2009—The governors arrive, keen to gauge the merger's impact. The pupils excitedly prepare for the ‘Waterloo Road Has Talent’ contest, while Gran
11. S05E11Episode 11April 7, 2010—Rachel finds herself in danger when one of the students is abducted by their estranged father.
12. S05E12Episode 12April 14, 2010—A class trip to a farm causes a never-ending nightmare for Ruby. Elsewhere, Chris and Kim's mentoring scheme causes trouble.
13. S05E13Episode 13April 21, 2010—Kim and Chris argue over Michaela when he refuses to accept her as part of his advanced university preparation scheme. Ruby feels snubbed wh
14. S05E14Episode 14April 28, 2010—Adam makes some changes to the canteen, much to the annoyance of Rose. Grantly feigns depression in a bid to get out of supervising a school
15. S05E15Episode 15May 5, 2010—Chris is pushed to breaking point when he ends up with Finn as a teaching assistant on work experience day. Meanwhile, Rachel is not impress
16. S05E16Episode 16May 26, 2010—Finn's disruptive behaviour continues at Waterloo Road and he persuades Josh and Amy to join him in smoking a legal high.
17. S05E17Episode 17June 2, 2010—Jo learns that Ros has developed a crush on her. Elsewhere, Adam is allowed to set up a new takeaway scheme to promote healthy eating, but h
18. S05E18Episode 18June 9, 2010—A trip to an art gallery takes Kim to the edge when the pupils deface a valuable painting. Philip's efforts to inspire Ros end up in a row a
19. S05E19Episode 19July 13, 2010—Amy and Finn are kept apart following the ill-fated trip to the art gallery, causing Amy to play up in Ruby's class. The teacher's emotional
20. S05E20Episode 20July 14, 2010—Amy's relationship with Finn takes a terrifying turn when he suggests a radical proposal to ensure they stay together. Meanwhile, as Rachel

Season 5 ranked & reviewed

1. S06E01Episode 1September 1, 2010 10.0New headmistress Karen Fisher sets out to revolutionise the school but faces tough challenges, beginning with two home-schooled pupils who a
2. S06E02Episode 2September 2, 2010—Karen's husband Charlie joins the team as a supply teacher, but finds himself in hot water when his son Harry discovers a suspicious text me
3. S06E03Episode 3September 8, 2010—A new sexual health initiative causes uproar among parents, pupils and staff. Charlie confesses his affair to Karen with the hope that she w
4. S06E04Episode 4September 15, 2010—Josh vents his own frustrations on a new gay student. A celebration at the Fisher household divides the family as Charlie reveals his true f
5. S06E05Episode 5September 22, 2010—Marcus interferes in Ronan's private life after catching him selling DVDs at school, but his well-meant efforts only complicate things furth
6. S06E06Episode 6September 29, 2010—Francesca's honest approach in her drugs-awareness class backfires when Sam asks her for money to buy some, but the pupil's dealings leave h
7. S06E07Episode 7October 6, 2010—Harry’s bulimia condition worsens with the stress of bullying and his parent’s separation. The school stages the ‘Interschool Debating Conte
8. S06E08Episode 8October 13, 2010—Vicki struggles to balance personal and school life, and resorts to blackmailing Chris to improve her grades. Grantly struggles to cope with
9. S06E09Episode 9October 20, 2010—Chris's plan to install CCTV in the school backfires when Jonah discovers compromising footage. Ruby gets in touch with Steph to see if she
10. S06E10Episode 10October 27, 2010—Grantly's home life unravels when he finally puts Fleur in a home. Elsewhere, a mysterious figure appears in the school and begins to spy on
11. S06E11Episode 11February 2, 2011—Karen and Chris introduce a new single sex teaching initiative, much to the dismay of staff and pupils. Lessons quickly descend into chaos,
12. S06E12Episode 12February 9, 2011—Year ten pupil Billie Taylor is convinced that her own mother is trying to steal her newborn daughter from her. The staff are shocked by Gra
13. S06E13Episode 13February 16, 2011—Nate and Josh's burgeoning romance hits a rough spot when Nate's homophobic dad finds out about their relationship, and Tom is forced to bea
14. S06E14Episode 14February 23, 2011—Ronan's scheme to sell exam papers to the other pupils looks set to be a success, however Janeece proves to be more resourceful than first t
15. S06E15Episode 15March 2, 2011—Harry's cry for attention veers out of control when he steals Karen's mobile phone and uses it to send the staff incendiary emails. Elsewher
16. S06E16Episode 16March 9, 2011—Jonah suggests to Cesca that they go public as a couple.
17. S06E17Episode 17March 16, 2011—Finn and Ronan organise a rave at an abandoned mill.
18. S06E18Episode 18March 23, 2011—The school holds a fashion show.
19. S06E19Episode 19March 30, 2011—Adanna reveals her latest plan to unite the sexes at the school. Denzil takes part in a life-threatening stunt, and Ruby and Grantly's writi
20. S06E20Episode 20April 6, 2011—The day of the Waterloo Road pantomime has arrived, but when Finn gets Kyle purposefully kicked off the cast, Sam begins to doubt their rela

Season 6 ranked & reviewed

1. S07E01Episode 1May 4, 2011—New staff members Eleanor Chaudry and Daniel Chalk adapt differently to life at Waterloo Road. Elsewhere, Aiden makes a memorable first impr
2. S07E02Episode 2May 11, 2011—A shy and effeminate year 12 pupil is branded a 'perv' when he is caught poring over a lingerie magazine - but the truth is far more complic
3. S07E03Episode 3May 18, 2011—Amy Porter has a stalker, drawing battle lines between Karen and Eleanor. Rose and Tom try to protect Sambuca from the truth about her life-
4. S07E04Episode 4May 25, 2011—New girl Evie Prior shows up at the school, but something about her story doesn't quite add up. Eleanor and Daniel have their appraisals as
5. S07E05Episode 5June 1, 2011—It's launch day for Karen's new community café and she's invited the Director of Education along. Rob's estranged wife, Naomi, wants to play
6. S07E06Episode 6June 8, 2011 10.0Sam enlists the help of Lauren and Finn on a quest to Blackpool. After a run of bad publicity, Karen is keen to promote a positive image of
7. S07E07Episode 7June 15, 2011—It is the day of the memorial service, and everyone struggles with their grief. Karen realises that her attempts to impress Richard Whitman
8. S07E08Episode 8June 22, 2011—Chris confiscates drugs from pupil Scout Allen, and is shocked to discover she is a drugs courier. A mock student election brings Vicki and
9. S07E09Episode 9June 29, 2011—Karen battles to save the school.
10. S07E10Episode 10July 6, 2011—The school faces an independent inspection as both Karen's job and the school's future are on the line. The prospect of being taken into car
11. S07E11Episode 11September 14, 2011—New 'super head' Michael Byrne faces a baptism of fire when he discovers that pupils Phoenix and Harley Taylor have been concealing a dead b
12. S07E12Episode 12September 21, 2011—Jez and Sian plan a dinner party so that they can try to get to know their colleagues better, but the unexpected arrival of Jez's estranged
13. S07E13Episode 13September 28, 2011—Michael continues his mission to shake up the school by appointing his old student friend Linda Radleigh as Head of English. However, the ne
14. S07E14Episode 14October 5, 2011—Vicki suffers a black eye in an accident, prompting Sian to suspect Ronan of hitting his girlfriend. Jez enlists ex-pro Ken Watling to prepa
15. S07E15Episode 15October 12, 2011—Scout is pleased after she is offered a position as a live-in carer. Matt organises a special orchestra project, but is not pleased after Mi
16. S07E16Episode 16October 19, 2011—Bad boy Tariq Siddiqui's efforts to turn over a new leaf are short-lived when he discovers that his sister is secretly dating Finn Sharkey.
17. S07E17Episode 17October 26, 2011—Tom is put under pressure by Linda's new teaching assistant, who his own secret agenda. Jez's romantic endeavours force Sian to question her
18. S07E18Episode 18November 2, 2011—Michael's paranoia spirals when he discovers the identity of his secret tormentor, and new Year 12 pupil Freddie Jackson's life is endangere
19. S07E19Episode 19November 9, 2011—Tariq comes to Chalky's aid when he burns his surprise dinner for Linda. Meanwhile, a radio host stirs up trouble for her teenage daughter.
20. S07E20Episode 20November 16, 2011—The last day of term starts badly for Michael when he finds a threatening note on the dashboard of his car. Grantly informs a rattled Michae
21. S07E21Episode 21February 22, 2012—It is the first day back at school and Michael's recuperation is cut short when the school is infiltrated by a local gang. Tariq's efforts t
22. S07E22Episode 22February 29, 2012—Lauren is convinced that her only route into a modelling career is by going under the surgeon's knife, and Trudi clashes with Michael over h
23. S07E23Episode 23March 7, 2012—While Tom is overseeing the selection process for a new head of English, his relationship with Josh is plunged into crisis by Josh's spirall
24. S07E24Episode 24March 14, 2012—Zack suspects that Jez is not his father and takes a DNA test.
25. S07E25Episode 25March 21, 2012—Trudi confides in Tariq that she is pregnant. After Josh freaks out in Nicki's class, Tom tells his son about his suspected condition and su
26. S07E26Episode 26March 28, 2012—Grantly returns to school following his wife's death.
27. S07E27Episode 27April 4, 2012—Whilst researching for a project about the plague, a student becomes obsessed with a plague pit under the school.
28. S07E28Episode 28April 11, 2012—On the day of her art exam, Shelby struggles to keep her alcohol problem under control, whilst Kyle is caught running an illegal vodka scam.
29. S07E29Episode 29April 18, 2012—Scout falls for Ukrainian pupil, Danilo.
30. S07E30Episode 30April 25, 2012—It’s the last day of term and the school is preparing for prom.

Season 7 ranked & reviewed

1. S08E01New BeginningsAugust 23, 2012—As the new Waterloo Road school opens in Scotland, headteacher Michael Byrne has his work cut out dealing with a couple of runaway teens and
2. S08E02Spirit ChildAugust 30, 2012—Troublemaker Lula’s home life spills into school as Tom attempts to uncover the root of her disruptive behaviour, and a desperate Connor tri
3. S08E03Troubled WatersSeptember 6, 2012—Tariq is struggling to accept his disability, which gives cause for concern. Also, rival headmaster, Gerard Findlay is determined to discred
4. S08E04Read My LipsSeptember 13, 2012—At school, Imogen is horrified to discover that her fitness guru mum is helping with Tariq's rowing fundraiser. Rival headmaster Gerard make
5. S08E05Future ProofSeptember 20, 2012—Havelock's star pupil, Liberty, has sold a damning report about Gerard to the press and comes to Waterloo Road seeking help from Audrey. Els
6. S08E06We Need to Talk About CherylSeptember 27, 2012—Janeece puts her work life ahead of her home life, forcing Chalky to take drastic action. Meanwhile, Rhiannon's bullying campaign against Sc
7. S08E07A Woman ScornedOctober 4, 2012—Madi gets herself into trouble when she makes a pass at step-mum Sian's new love interest. Elsewhere, Grantly is forced to resort to despera
8. S08E08The Price of LoveOctober 11, 2012—Dealing with quiet student Morag and her overbearing father's belief system, Michael decides to address his own father issues. Sian is persu
9. S08E09Skin DeepOctober 18, 2012—Discovering a shocking secret about Rhiannon, Scout has to learn to turn the other cheek. Meanwhile, Christine refuses to retract her bullyi
10. S08E10Paradise LostOctober 25, 2012—Connor snaps when Christine scuppers his plans to run away with Imogen. Elsewhere, Kevin reaches out to Chalky, Lorraine puts a student's we
11. S08E11Bad BoyJanuary 3, 2013—Sparks fly as the notorious Barry family joins the school, and Barry Barry immediately causes trouble as his affair with another pupil's mot
12. S08E12Whole Lotto TroubleJanuary 10, 2013—Phoenix and Harley win the lottery. They want to spend, spend, spend, but does their dad have other ideas? Meanwhile, Nikki is forced to que
13. S08E13A Woman's WorthJanuary 17, 2013—Imogen challenges Dynasty over her plan to get a boob job, but can Imogen face her own image issues? Elsewhere, Nikki's antagonism with Scou
14. S08E14Sins of the FatherJanuary 24, 2013—Christine's world is turned upside down by the arrival of her estranged husband. As the lies she has been telling for years start to unravel
15. S08E15Mr. Chalk's WaterlooJanuary 31, 2013—Kevin is suspicious when he discovers that Chalky is not who is says he is, but what dark secret is he hiding? Sian's plan to keep the Barry
16. S08E16SanctuaryFebruary 7, 2013—Former pupil Bolton Smilie causes a stir when he turns up in his army uniform to see Tom, but will Tom discover his real motivation for comi
17. S08E17Baby Be MineFebruary 14, 2013—Maggie is horrified to discover Jade is considering having her baby adopted, but how far will she go to change her mind? Meanwhile, Connor i
18. S08E18Man of the MatchFebruary 21, 2013—Tom clashes with Michael over his decision to ban star player Kacey from the boys' football league final, causing Kacey's identity issues to
19. S08E19SpartacusFebruary 28, 2013—Barry's behaviour finally makes Sian snap. With Sian's teaching career on the line, can Michael and the school save her? Elsewhere, Christin
20. S08E20Paradise FoundMarch 7, 2013—It’s exam day and Scout’s promising future is in jeopardy thanks to mum, Tina; Connor is torn between the two women in his life as his secre
21. S08E21Nowhere To RunMay 2, 2013—Lula disapproves when new Waterloo Road pupil, Fergal, tempts Harley to behave dangerously out of character; Lorraine makes a surprise annou
22. S08E22Princess of SpicesMay 9, 2013—Maggie’s patience is put to the test when Rhiannon goes off the rails; Sonya sets about recruiting a school handyman; and Connor is bullied
23. S08E23GrandmasterMay 16, 2013—Dynasty’s world is turned upside down with the arrival of her criminal ex-boyfriend, Steve-O Malone, who wants a new start with her – troubl
24. S08E24Tan-TasticMay 23, 2013—Sonya has a day from hell which sees her dumped by Ndale and hospitalising Rhiannon; Lorraine and Nikki reach a crossroads in their relation
25. S08E25Love HurtsMay 28, 2013—Steve-O continues his reign of terror over Connor and Kevin, forcing Dynasty into a shock decision; Christine contemplates moving on from Wa
26. S08E26RevengeJune 6, 2013—Desperate to rid themselves of Steve-O, Kevin and Connor enlist the help of Barry with a dramatic, but dangerous, plan; Sonya gets involved
27. S08E27Sugar MummyJune 13, 2013—It is the day of Audrey and Ndale's wedding, but with jealous Sonya as bridesmaid the day may not go so smoothly. Elsewhere, Michael is keep
28. S08E28Journey's EndJune 20, 2013—Michael returns to the school and makes one last ditch effort to stop Lorraine from making the school fee-paying. Lula’s campaign against No
29. S08E29Dirty LaundryJune 27, 2013—The Barrys family get ready to air their dirty laundry on national television. Kevin ends up under the spotlight though after an unexpected
30. S08E30HeroJuly 4, 2013—Everybody is pleased to have Grantly back now that he is over his illness. Tom gets ready to donate his kidney to his life-long friend. Afte

Season 8 ranked & reviewed

1. S09E01Beyond the Call of DutySeptember 5, 2013—The school is still in mourning following Tom Clarkson's death as the new term starts. Audrey finds herself out of her depth after she suspe
2. S09E02Sue Spark's Bad DaySeptember 12, 2013—The day from hell for new science teacher, Sue Spark, leads to a shady alliance with a student. George introduces the school to his new Mand
3. S09E03The Madness of King WindsorSeptember 19, 2013—Princess is feeling increasingly irritated by George, which ends up leading to a temptation with one of his pupils. It is the battle of the
4. S09E04Text RatedSeptember 26, 2013—It is the launch party for Waterloo Junk-tion and Rhiannon’s determined to bag herself a date. George attempts to sort things out with Princ
5. S09E05Crossing the LineOctober 3, 2013—Audrey has worked out the twin’s plan to try and scam her out of money, and calls in their estranged grandfather for support. George is upse
6. S09E06Grantly's Perfect PoetryOctober 10, 2013—Grantly returns to teaching at the school and soon finds the place as chaotic as ever. Kacey prepares for her first boxing match. Barry sees
7. S09E07Lies Mothers TellOctober 17, 2013—The pupils and staff attempt to come to terms with the loss of Grantly. Nikki has a really difficult decision to make after her estranged da
8. S09E08Don't Mention the WarOctober 24, 2013—It’s Living History Week at Waterloo Road and the whole school is in high spirits but it’s not long before the day takes a turn for the wors
9. S09E09Father FigureOctober 31, 2013—A visit from boxing champion Nicola Adams restores Kacey’s confidence in her own abilities. Lenny makes a friend in the new supply teacher,
10. S09E10Happy Ever AfterNovember 7, 2013—On Simon and Sue's wedding day, he and Christine go up for the headship and clash over how to deal with a bullied pupil. Meanwhile, Kacey's
11. S09E11Bad GirlJanuary 8, 2014—A beautiful new girl enrols in the school but doesn’t waste any time in causing mayhem amongst both staff and pupils with her outrageous beh
12. S09E12Sugar DaddyJanuary 15, 2014—Carol Barry’s money making ventures lead her down some unexpected paths. Connor is offered his dream job but has to convince his mum to let
13. S09E13Girls Just Wanna Have FunJanuary 22, 2014—Gabriella continues to end up having more enemies than friends. Christine finds it hard to deal with her emotions as Connor leaves for Londo
14. S09E14Suspicious MindsJanuary 29, 2014—Lenny gets carried away with the Resilience Programme and causes widespread panic when he accuses the local shop of shady dealings. George
15. S09E15Out of BoundsFebruary 5, 2014—It’s time for the long-awaited Resilience Camp but it seems that some of the students and the staff have ulterior motives for going on the t
16. S09E16A Bolt from the BlueFebruary 12, 2014—Chalky makes a return to Waterloo Road to lend support to Kevin ahead of his bursary interview, but events take a dire turn when Kevin is su
17. S09E17Nowhere to RunFebruary 19, 2014—George is left in charge while Christine has a day off but is soon out of his depth when Audrey rouses the school in a mass protest against
18. S09E18Dynasty's ChoiceFebruary 26, 2014—Dynasty is faced with a terrible dilemma when she discovers how Barry is making money. Christine is angry to find Darren with inappropriate
19. S09E19End of the RoadMarch 5, 2014—Christine makes a series of extremely bad decisions leaving her job and her future hanging in the balance. Kacey Barry makes a welcome retu
20. S09E20New Highs, New LowsMarch 12, 2014—A sober Christine deals with the repercussions of her drink driving offence. Kacey is selected for the Commonwealth Games but Gabriella soo

Season 9 ranked & reviewed

1. S10E01Home Sweet HomeOctober 15, 2014—It's a fresh new term and dynamic headteacher Vaughan Fitzgerald and his family arrive at Waterloo Road and attempt to fit into their new li
2. S10E02One Good TurnOctober 22, 2014—Vaughan is anxious about the launch of Waterloo Road's big community initiative.
3. S10E03Baby BoomOctober 29, 2014—Darren can't understand why Rhiannon is taking the virtual-baby project so seriously.
4. S10E04Pool PartyNovember 5, 2014—Gabriella returns to school to find some students determined to make her life difficult.
5. S10E05Testing TimesNovember 12, 2014—Will the pressure of mock exams prove to be too much for Lenny?
6. S10E06Like Father Like SonNovember 19, 2014—Simon and Sue's dinner party goes badly wrong after Hector speaks out of turn.
7. S10E07A Tangled WebNovember 26, 2014—The police descend on Waterloo Road as the hack on Wiredata Systems is traced to it.
8. S10E08Ties That BiindDecember 3, 2014—Allie convinces Vaughan to send Justin to a boarding school.
9. S10E09Yesterday's ChildDecember 10, 2014—Sue finds herself in hot water when Hector threatens to tell Simon about their affair.
10. S10E10The Final StrawDecember 17, 2014—Vaughan goes to the police after Justin punches Allie, and Darren arranges a surprise.
11. S10E11A New StartJanuary 5, 2015—It's a new term and the council wants to merge Waterloo Road with Havelock High.
12. S10E12Scott's Bike RideJanuary 12, 2015—Vaughan hopes the new bike bank scheme will show the school off to the community.
13. S10E13Lenny's DilemmaJanuary 19, 2015—Vaughan's newly-qualified teachers Marco and Guy start work, but it's not long before Guy recognises Carrie Norton and the school comes down
14. S10E14Episode 14January 26, 2015—A trip to the coast does not go to plan after Kenzie lets slip about Bonnie two-timing Scott and Justin. More secrets are then revealed and
15. S10E15Episode 15February 2, 2015—Waterloo Road struggles to live up to rival Havelock High when the PTA comes to visit. Leo’s attachment to his computer game raises serious
16. S10E16Episode 16February 9, 2015—Dale’s dreams of pro-cycling are thrown into disarray as the pressure of mock exams take over. Abdul is shocked by the revelation of a deep
17. S10E17Episode 17February 16, 2015—Dale struggles to come to terms with his failure to make the cycling team.
18. S10E18Episode 18February 23, 2015—Dale's erratic behaviour reaches new heights and it's up to Lenny and Maggie to pick up the pieces. Abdul meets his mum, but it's not as he
19. S10E19Episode 19March 2, 2015—Vaughan is torn between campaigning to stop the merger and Justin's exclusion. Things take an unexpected turn when Kenzie gets involved, whi
20. S10E20A Fairytale EndingMarch 9, 2015—Waterloo Road pulls every last punch in a desperate bid to halt the merger with Havelock High.

Season 10 ranked & reviewed

1. S11E01Episode 1January 3, 2023—It’s a new term for William Beswick High, but with pupils rioting, head Kim Campbell is forced into drastic changes. A fugitive found hiding
2. S11E02Episode 2January 10, 2023—Waterloo Road is rocked by shocking news, while Danny lands himself in trouble.
3. S11E03Episode 3January 17, 2023—The Walters family deal with an unexpected crisis, pushing a stressed Preston to the brink, while Tonya and Izzy skip school.
4. S11E04Episode 4January 24, 2023—It’s Amy’s big day, but a surprise visitor from her past and Kelly Jo’s tumultuous behaviour threaten to ruin everything.
5. S11E05Episode 5January 31, 2023—As Neil bonds with refugee Norullah, the year nines are busy digging up the truth about his personal life. An inquest triggers an emotional
6. S11E06Episode 6February 7, 2023—Samia’s day is derailed by the discovery of a group chat started by the male students. Meanwhile, Donte’s angry outburst has repercussions a
7. S11E07Episode 7February 14, 2023—The past catches up with Danny at the end of term show. Meanwhile, Kim is left feeling hurt and betrayed by an unexpected person.

Season 11 ranked & reviewed

1. S12E01Episode 1May 16, 2023—Dwayne clashes with a new pupil, whose arrival causes fireworks. As Dwayne continues to rebel, Joe and Mike question their future. Meanwhile
2. S12E02Episode 2May 23, 2023—A revelation from Kelly Jo causes huge ructions between Nicky and Debs. Meanwhile, an increasingly infatuated Amy pursues a new crush.
3. S12E03Episode 3May 30, 2023—Preston and Kai give the school something to talk about. Meanwhile, the poetry slam gets off to a rocky start, and Donte is left red-faced.
4. S12E04Episode 4June 6, 2023—Shola’s behaviour causes a panic, and Val suspects that she’s hiding something from them. Meanwhile, Kelly Jo’s first day out of the BU does
5. S12E05Episode 5June 13, 2023—Kim rallies the troops when a last-minute Ofsted inspection is sprung on the team. Elsewhere, a knife crime initiative gets underway.
6. S12E06Episode 6June 20, 2023—Desperate times force Nicky to consider the unthinkable. Meanwhile, Preston and Myles challenge each other – with devastating consequences.
7. S12E07Episode 7June 27, 2023—It’s the debut of Radio Waterloo Road, and as Danny uses the launch to rehabilitate himself, Myles has other ideas in mind – with explosive

Season 12 ranked & reviewed

1. S13E01Episode 1January 2, 2024—Kim rolls out a fresh initiative that causes fireworks for staff and pupils alike, and two worlds collide when Tonya forms an unlikely bond
2. S13E02Episode 2January 9, 2024—Preston has a disastrous first day back at school, and Amy’s mentoring scheme gets off to a rocky start. As Amy battles to keep the peace, n
3. S13E03Episode 3January 16, 2024—Shola’s new obsession sends shockwaves through the school, with devastating consequences for Joe and Mike.
4. S13E04Episode 4January 23, 2024—It’s a big day for Kelly Jo as she presents her work to the whole school as well as trying to work out who she is and where she is going. Li
5. S13E05Episode 5February 7, 2024—Amy comes head-to-head with Schuey, but her actions cause uproar. Meanwhile, Kelly Jo has some earth-shattering news for Dean.
6. S13E06Episode 6February 13, 2024—Kelly Jo makes a momentous decision, and whilst most of the teachers are away on an inset day, Libby leads the pack as the teens run riot in
7. S13E07Episode 7February 20, 2024—Tonya is forced to take drastic action after a scandalous discovery, and Preston takes the law into his own hands.
8. S13E08Episode 8February 27, 2024—Donte is rocked by the arrival of a ghost from his past that threatens life as he knows it. Meanwhile, Kim and Nicky are faced with a tricky

Season 13 ranked & reviewed

1. S14E01Episode 1September 10, 2024—While attempting to support Amy, Joe leads the school into a disaster as the teachers turn on him. Libby face harassment and finds a hero in
2. S14E02Episode 2September 17, 2024—New head, Steve Savage, hits the ground running with a big crackdown on vapes. His son, Billy, has the misfortune of being Schuey’s next tar
3. S14E03Episode 3September 24, 2024—Donte steps up for a struggling Tonya, while Nicky’s distracted by an old flame. Coral and Neil’s relationship is put to the test when she’s
4. S14E04Episode 4October 1, 2024—While setting up Battle of the Bands, pressure mounts on Val when she highlights the lack of support for teachers. Meanwhile, Tonya struggle
5. S14E05Episode 5October 8, 2024—Billy finally fights back, but disaster strikes when things go too far, and new deaf pupil Luca acts out when he struggles to fit in at Wate
6. S14E06Episode 6October 15, 2024—Steve and Billy sweat as suspicions rise and attention turns to a missing pupil. Meanwhile, Kelly Jo finds her voice to fight for what’s rig
7. S14E07Episode 7October 22, 2024—Preston and Nicky panic as they get caught in the firing line, and Schuey makes a desperate call when Steve goes too far.
8. S14E08Episode 8October 29, 2024—Steve and Billy fight to keep their secrets as Kim returns to restore order. And Nicky and Donte’s relationship is put to the test.

Season 14 ranked & reviewed

1. S15E01Episode 1February 11, 2025 10.0New head Dame Drake ushers in her era with a crackdown on slack school rules, whilst Donte faces his first hurdle as a trainee teacher in th
2. S15E02Episode 2February 18, 2025—Amidst health concerns, Coral steps up for a struggling Aleena as secrets from the student’s past resurface. Schuey is forced to face his ow
3. S15E03Episode 3February 25, 2025—Stace falls victim to Stella’s drastic new school rules, but disaster strikes when things go too far. Meanwhile, Donte makes a breakthrough
4. S15E04Episode 4March 4, 2025—Donte’s attempts to support Ashton leave him roped into chaperoning Nisha’s mathlympics trip. But when a shock truth is revealed, Donte find
5. S15E05Episode 5March 11, 2025—Amy witnesses Jared’s controlling behaviour towards Libby and bends the rules to seek justice. Meanwhile, Schuey’s relationship with Agnes i
6. S15E06Episode 6March 18, 2025 10.0Nicky’s parenting comes under fire, while Tonya’s health hangs in the balance. Neil questions a defensive Jared in the wake of Amy’s accusat
7. S15E07Episode 7March 25, 2025—Nicky’s parenting comes under fire, while Tonya’s health hangs in the balance, and Neil questions a defensive Jared in the wake of Amy’s acc
8. S15E08Episode 8April 1, 2025—Jared’s controlling behaviour reaches new heights when Libby tries to move on from their relationship. Meanwhile, Stella confronts her past

Season 15 ranked & reviewed

1. S16E01Episode 1September 23, 2025 10.0Schuey and Agnes cause uproar when they rebel against Stella’s new rules. New teacher Darius Donovan arrives and shakes up the staffroom, wh
2. S16E02Episode 2September 23, 2025—Ashton takes drastic measures when Donte is plunged into crippling debt. Nicky saves the day when Debs is out of her depth, while Jack attem
3. S16E03Episode 3September 30, 2025—Dwayne is under pressure when Ashton exposes his deepest secrets to the entire school. Meanwhile, Nisha is conflicted when her personal and
4. S16E04Episode 4September 30, 2025—Hope and Portia go head-to-head as they battle for attention. Elsewhere, Darius’s negligence has devastating consequences, and Schuey is roc
5. S16E05Episode 5October 7, 2025—Dwayne’s world comes crashing down when he reaches breaking point. Stella makes a ruthless decision as she tries to come to terms with the d
6. S16E06Episode 6October 7, 2025—The schools' staff and students head to the estate for a community clean-up that doesn’t go to plan. Meanwhile, Schuey is lured back to his
7. S16E07Episode 7October 14, 2025—Emotions run high at Waterloo Road when Stella’s daughter arrives. Elsewhere, Mitch finds himself in hot water when he steps in to help a st
8. S16E08Episode 8October 14, 2025—It’s funfair day at Waterloo Road, and Darius flounders under a watchful eye. Has his luck finally run out? Meanwhile, Agnes uncovers a secr

Season 16 ranked & reviewed

1. S17E01Season's bestEpisode 1January 6, 2026 5.7Chaos is unleashed as Darius welcomes excluded students to the school and is put to the test by a violent new arrival, who holds a surprisin
2. S17E02Episode 2January 6, 2026 1.0Portia is humiliated when her new romance turns sour, while Ben finds himself being schooled by a rebellious supply teacher after landing hi
3. S17E03Episode 3January 13, 2026 1.0Donte falls victim to Izzy’s rage when her emotions boil over, whilst Nicky returns to take on a new challenge as behavioural lead. Can she
4. S17E04Episode 4January 13, 2026 1.0Shola notices an unexpected change in Portia and suspects she has a new crush. Meanwhile, a surprise inspection sees Darius bend the rules t
5. S17E05Episode 5January 20, 2026—Nicky suspects something’s up with Tony, but can she figure out what’s really going on? Agnes spirals as Schuey pushes her too far, and Dari
6. S17E06Episode 6January 20, 2026—As Tonya struggles with the aftermath, Nicky struggles with her confidence, leading to disastrous results. Whilst Darius’s desperation sees
7. S17E07Episode 7January 27, 2026—With Stella away, Darius takes charge. But the return of a familiar face stirs old tensions. Meanwhile, a shocking revelation forces Stella
8. S17E08Episode 8January 27, 2026—It’s the senior prom, and Darius is closer than ever to landing the top job. But as Nisha begins to see him in a new light, she grows uneasy

Season 17 ranked & reviewed