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Waterloo Road is a drama TV series that premiered on BBC One on March 9, 2006. It has 17 seasons and 254 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 17 Episode 8, aired on January 27, 2026.
Waterloo Road is a British television drama series set in a comprehensive school of the same name, first broadcast on BBC One on 9 March 2006, and concluding its original run on 9 March 2015. It was recommissioned in 2021, and resumed starting 9 January 2023. At the failing comprehensive school, and later academy of the same name, the professional and personal lives of the students and staff are examined. Affairs, scandals, blackmail and many, many headteachers. Who said education was easy?
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254 episodes · 17 seasons
2006 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 20 years ago
Drama series set in a failing secondary school.
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E8
Tensions run high as the inspectors make their decision about the future of Waterloo Road, while Chlo's nerves are in pieces as she faces her day in court. Kim speaks to the committee about the incident with Lewis, but they are less than sympathetic.
E7
The 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 petition against homophobic bullying.
E6
An education inspector pays a visit to Waterloo Road, and brings bad news regarding the future of the school. Meanwhile, Tom and Izzie struggle to fight their feelings for each other.
E5
Lorna 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 Andrew for help.
E4
Izzie's ex-husband causes chaos at the school when he demands access to their children, and Tom confronts Lorna about her apparent miscarriage. Meanwhile, the pupils set up a scam to gain more points in the new house system.
E3
A 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 consequences.
E2
The 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 child. Things begin to heat up between Steph and Jack.
E1
Headteacher of Waterloo Road Comprehensive, Jack Rimmer, hires Andrew Treneman, hoping he can improve the school's failing status and bring them back from the bottom of the league tables. Meanwhile, colleagues Tom and Lorna tie the knot.
2007 · 12 episodes · Last episode: 19 years ago
Drama series set in a failing secondary school.
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E12
Jed 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 to hospital after an overdose.
E11
Jack launches a healthy eating initiative. Meanwhile, Andrew is offered a permanent job in Rwanda and turns to Kim for advice on whether he should accept the offer.
E10
Lorna's struggles with the reality of her recent diagnosis.
E9
The interviews for the headmaster’s position at Waterloo Road are taking place, and an ambitious interviewee has Jack going in as the underdog. Meanwhile, Kim tries to find out why Dale is playing truant.
E8
Jack and Kim are mortified when a work placement goes wrong. Steph speaks up for Maxine, with serious consequences.
E7
Steph helps Maxine to look for a place to call home.
E6
Izzie returns to work, but after another attack in the area she becomes very protective of her daughters.
E5
A pupil is attacked, prompting the school to set up a self-defence class. Elsewhere, Lorna receives the results of her MRI scan.
E4
Jack and Andrew learn some interesting secrets about Roger, whilst Brett also confronts his father.
E3
Izzie finds out about Leigh-Ann's hate site. Meanwhile, Chlo and Donte have to lie to spend a night together.
E2
Kim gets a surprise at the school when an old face returns.
E1
At Waterloo Road, a new term is beginning, and the school is launching its first sixth form. Izzie and Tom, expecting their first child together, get a shock when Lorna returns.
2007 · 20 episodes · Last episode: 18 years ago
Drama series set in a failing secondary school.
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E20
On the last day of term, a careless act brings about a devastating turn of events for the school…
E19
Jack Rimmer turns up with an offer for Davina. Will she abandon her life in Rochdale to leave with her old flame?
E18
Sameen is terrified when two immigration officers come to the school looking for her, but Rachel is only concerned with protecting her. Meanwhile, Chlo's desperate for her hairdressing to suceed.
E17
Chlo wants Donte back, whilst Mika and Brett take their environmental plans to the next level.
E16
It’s supply teacher Wilson Bignham’s last day and the school is sad to see him go, especially Janeece.
E15
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 and the school to be more environmentally friendly.
E14
Jasmine is in shock when she is accused of assulting Michaela, a troublesome student, and faces prosecution.
E13
A group of students volunteer at local work places, while Tom and Davina take their relationship to the next level.
E12
Davina is shocked when Darren Briggs Sr., whose son is being tutored by her, begins following her around. Elsewhere, Rachel is blackmailed with a dark secret from her past.
E11
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 tries to restore his relationship with Mika.
E10
Rachel decides to bring the school musical forward, creating problems with the staff and pupils involved.
E9
Mika has some surprising news for Brett. An archaeological dig in the school grounds brings old secrets to the surface.
E8
Some of the school's most difficult boys are going on an adventure trip with Eddie, Tom, Davina, and Grantly. Tensions between Chlo, Brett, Donte, and Mika run high.
E7
The search begins for a new headteacher, and continues for Chlo, who seems to be having some difficulties of her own...
E6
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 that he's been manipulating the school's budget.
E5
News of Chlo and Brett sleeping together travels fast, and Donte is outraged. Elsewhere, Jack is struggling to confess his one-night stand with Steph to Davina.
E4
Jack decides on the future he wishes to share with Davina. Meanwhile, Chlo finds it hard accept recent mistakes.
E3
The school has its first girls' football match. Chlo and Brett grow closer.
E2
Matt begins work on the school musical, with Steph helping. However, she soon becomes too involved, neglecting her pastoral care duties.
E1
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 new teachers join the school, including Eddie Lawson, the new deputy head.
2009 · 20 episodes · Last episode: 17 years ago
Drama series set in a failing secondary school.
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E20
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 that Flick has stolen the lyrics for the song.
E19
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? When a mystery illness strikes the school, the dodgy dealings in the canteen come under suspicion.
E18
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, revealing the truth about Grace. Kim’s world comes crashing down around her.
E17
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 their baby up for adoption.
E16
Waterloo Road’s latest supply teacher, Jem Allen is proving popular with staff and students alike, but her upbeat attitude and glamorous lifestyle are enough to get right up Grantly’s nose.
E15
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, Davina is delighted to finally qualify as a teacher, and while things seem perfect when Rachel offers her a permanent position… her day starts to unravel when she makes a shocking discovery.
E14
A number of STI leaflets that Kim distributed to her sex education class fall into the wrong hands.
E13
With Rachel on a course, Eddie's at the helm - but soon finds out it's not going to be an easy ride.
E12
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’s a race against time for Kim to recover Karla before her own situation is exposed.
E11
It's the start of a new term at Waterloo Road as the school welcomes back Kim Campbell.
E10
It's the last day of term at Waterloo road, and there's revelations for students and teachers alike.
E9
Steph and Janeece struggle with a recent loss. Realising how valuable life is, Donte surprises Chlo.
E8
Rachel and Eddie are left glowing when Waterloo Road receives an encouraging report.
E7
Rachel is shocked when Eddie and Melissa's relationship takes an unexpected leap forward.
E6
Matt bites off more than he can chew when he becomes Sam Kelly's emergency foster carer.
E5
Drugs awareness day dawns on Waterloo Road, and Governor Ralph Mellor has a plan.
E4
The ongoing feud between Tom and the Kelly family takes new heights. Fleur and Grantly struggle to overcome the obstacles in their marriage.
E3
Davina's reputation is at stake when she is accused of racism by Maaka Lacey, a Maori supply teacher with an alternative approach to education. Earl Kelly's behaviour pushes Tom to breaking point, leading him to question his future as Head of Pastoral Care.
E2
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-heels for Steph.
E1
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 school.
2009 · 20 episodes · Last episode: 16 years ago
War breaks out in the playground after the closure of a local private school leads to an influx of middle-class pupils at Waterloo Road.
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E20
Amy's relationship with Finn takes a terrifying turn when he suggests a radical proposal to ensure they stay together. Meanwhile, as Rachel and Adam prepare to walk down the aisle, trouble at the school puts the bride's attendance at the ceremony in jeopardy.
E19
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 state finally catches up with her when Rachel and Adam announce their engagement.
E18
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 about sexism, and Steph's relationship with Ollie hits the rocks.
E17
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 has to pick up the pieces when Ruby is evicted from her place by Steph.
E16
Finn's disruptive behaviour continues at Waterloo Road and he persuades Josh and Amy to join him in smoking a legal high.
E15
Chris is pushed to breaking point when he ends up with Finn as a teaching assistant on work experience day. Meanwhile, Rachel is not impressed with Adam when she learns he has been to a gig with the sixth formers, and Sam and Bolton become closer when they end up in trouble.
E14
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 trip.
E13
Kim and Chris argue over Michaela when he refuses to accept her as part of his advanced university preparation scheme. Ruby feels snubbed when Rachel hires a new chef to lead the school's healthy eating campaign - and the successful applicant turns out to be a welcome face from the headteacher's past.
E12
A class trip to a farm causes a never-ending nightmare for Ruby. Elsewhere, Chris and Kim's mentoring scheme causes trouble.
E11
Rachel finds herself in danger when one of the students is abducted by their estranged father.
E10
The governors arrive, keen to gauge the merger's impact. The pupils excitedly prepare for the ‘Waterloo Road Has Talent’ contest, while Grantly is disappointed to discover no one has planned to celebrate his 25th anniversary as a teacher.
E9
Lindsay nervously takes the stand during her mother's trial, and Jo is nominated for an Outstanding Teacher Award.
E8
It's the day of Helen's first official inspection and she is desperate to impress.
E7
Quiet Year 10 pupil Cassie Turner claims she is being bullied, and Kim fears the girl gangs are back in full force.
E6
Christopher's relationship with a Year 12 girl is called into question.
E5
Ruby's luxurious lifestyle crashes around her, and Max comes under scrutiny.
E4
Luke has a day from hell when the pupils find out about his family life.
E3
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 rest of the staff?
E2
Ex John Fosters pupil Amy accuses Bolton of attempted rape, and the James sisters face the funeral of their murdered father.
E1
It's all change at Waterloo Road. The school has been merged with local private school John Fosters, and neither the "posh" John Fosters pupils nor the "scuzzy" Waterloo Road kids are happy about it.
2010 · 20 episodes · Last episode: 15 years ago
New head teacher Karen Fisher sets out to revolutionise Waterloo Road but her steely exterior masks a dark personal tragedy which threatens to derail her leadership.
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E20
The day of the Waterloo Road pantomime has arrived, but when Finn gets Kyle purposefully kicked off the cast, Sam begins to doubt their relationship. Jonah sneaks out of school to meet Cesca as they rush to Gretna Green, but will the police catch the couple before they reach the church?
E19
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 writing partnership is under threat from creative differences.
E18
The school holds a fashion show.
E17
Finn and Ronan organise a rave at an abandoned mill.
E16
Jonah suggests to Cesca that they go public as a couple.
E15
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. Elsewhere, Tom struggles to readjust during his first day back.
E14
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 thought and hatches a plan to thwart him. Elsewhere, Cesca's relationship with Jonah spirals further out of control as she desperately uses Tom as a decoy to cover up her feelings.
E13
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 bear the brunt of his anger. Cesca continues to blur the professional and personal boundaries between her and Jonah.
E12
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 Grantly's dishevelled appearance, and decide he needs more assistance at home. Cesca begins tutoring Jonah in one-on-one Spanish lessons.
E11
Karen and Chris introduce a new single sex teaching initiative, much to the dismay of staff and pupils. Lessons quickly descend into chaos, a situation that is made worse by the arrival of disruptive new student Kyle Stack.
E10
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 Karen.
E9
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 can persuade Grantly to sort out his domestic problems, and Janeece takes drastic action when Ruby refuses to give her back baby Poppy.
E8
Vicki struggles to balance personal and school life, and resorts to blackmailing Chris to improve her grades. Grantly struggles to cope with his wife's illness but refuses to take her into care, and Janeece has doubts about her decision to give her baby to Ruby and John.
E7
Harry’s bulimia condition worsens with the stress of bullying and his parent’s separation. The school stages the ‘Interschool Debating Contest’.
E6
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 her facing exclusion from the school. Grantly's personal problems come to the surface and Ruby wonders what has gone wrong with her marriage.
E5
Marcus interferes in Ronan's private life after catching him selling DVDs at school, but his well-meant efforts only complicate things further for the boy and his father. Tom is worried that Josh cannot defend himself when he sees Finn picking on him and urges him to take up self-defence lessons.
E4
Josh vents his own frustrations on a new gay student. A celebration at the Fisher household divides the family as Charlie reveals his true feelings, and Vicki blackmails Chris to improve her grades.
E3
A new sexual health initiative causes uproar among parents, pupils and staff. Charlie confesses his affair to Karen with the hope that she will give their marriage another chance.
E2
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 message on his phone. Ruby talks to John about their parenting options after learning about her infertility, and a jealous Jess sabotages Chris's friendship with Karen.
E1
New headmistress Karen Fisher sets out to revolutionise the school but faces tough challenges, beginning with two home-schooled pupils who are struggling to adapt to the mainstream education system. Elsewhere, Chris discovers that the girl he slept with is one of his pupils.
2011 · 30 episodes · Last episode: 14 years ago
A gang war breaks out at Waterloo Road, threatening to derail Michael's efforts to turn the school around, and Josh struggles with an escalating drug problem which is masking a more serious illness.
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E30
It’s the last day of term and the school is preparing for prom.
E29
Scout falls for Ukrainian pupil, Danilo.
E28
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. Jez makes a life-changing decision, and the school comes under investigation from the LA.
E27
Whilst researching for a project about the plague, a student becomes obsessed with a plague pit under the school.
E26
Grantly returns to school following his wife's death.
E25
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 suggests they see a psychiatrist.
E24
Zack suspects that Jez is not his father and takes a DNA test.
E23
While Tom is overseeing the selection process for a new head of English, his relationship with Josh is plunged into crisis by Josh's spiralling drug problem. Elsewhere, Grantly is at a loss when he mislays a large sum of money meant for Fleur's nursing home fees, and it is touch and go for Matt's baby daughter, Martha.
E22
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 his anti-gang measures. Elsewhere, Josh's drug-smoking lands him in deep trouble with Tom, and Matt is shocked when Rosie goes into premature labour.
E21
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 to turn over a new leaf are challenged by the arrival of new Year 13 pupil, Mason. Elsewhere, the net closes in on Linda when Chalky exposes her lies.
E20
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 Michael that Jez will be making a formal complaint to the governors about his affair with Sian. Elsewhere, Emily tries desperately to prevent Scout from moving away with her foster parents.
E19
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.
E18
Michael's paranoia spirals when he discovers the identity of his secret tormentor, and new Year 12 pupil Freddie Jackson's life is endangered when Michael fails to read his admission file. A jealous Linda stirs trouble by letting slip that she knows of Sian and Michael's affair, and Emily's rebellious streak threatens to land Scout back in foster care.
E17
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 affair with Michael, and Vicki's jealousy over Madi pushes her relationship with Ronan to the brink.
E16
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. Elsewhere, Michael desperately tries to cover his tracks over the Wayne Johnson incident, and Phoenix's secretive behaviour makes Scout question their relationship.
E15
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 Michael insists that Tariq is included.
E14
Vicki suffers a black eye in an accident, prompting Sian to suspect Ronan of hitting his girlfriend. Jez enlists ex-pro Ken Watling to prepare for the school's first rugby match - only for the new coach to insist on dropping Zack from the team.
E13
Michael continues his mission to shake up the school by appointing his old student friend Linda Radleigh as Head of English. However, the newcomer soon has her hands full keeping an eye on Emily, who sneaks out of school to see her sister on the day she is released from prison.
E12
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 children throws everything up into the air. Vicki is inspired to retake her A-level sciences, but after Ronan throws a surprise house-warming party it highlights the differences between them.
E11
New 'super head' Michael Byrne faces a baptism of fire when he discovers that pupils Phoenix and Harley Taylor have been concealing a dead body. Meanwhile, Grantly spearheads the staff's resistance to Michael's reforms, and Tom finds himself the underdog in his bid for deputy head.
E10
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 care causes Scout to run away - with Chris, the police and a drug dealer in pursuit.
E9
Karen battles to save the school.
E8
Chris confiscates drugs from pupil Scout Allen, and is shocked to discover she is a drugs courier. A mock student election brings Vicki and Jess together - and the staff are shocked to learn that Waterloo Road could face closure.
E7
It is the day of the memorial service, and everyone struggles with their grief. Karen realises that her attempts to impress Richard Whitman are futile; his desire to close Waterloo Road has become a personal crusade.
E6
Sam 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 Waterloo Road, but when the Director of Education arrives unannounced, he makes no secret of his disapproval of Karen.
E5
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 happy families, and Vicki finally sees Aiden's true colours.
E4
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 Karen sits in on their classes.
E3
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-threatening tumour. Ronan proposes to Vicki - but can she resist Aiden's advances?
E2
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 complicated than Chris imagines. Rose and Sambuca learn a hard truth.
E1
New staff members Eleanor Chaudry and Daniel Chalk adapt differently to life at Waterloo Road. Elsewhere, Aiden makes a memorable first impression on Jess and Vicki.
2012 · 30 episodes · Last episode: 13 years ago
Waterloo Road benefactor Lorraine wants a return on her investment but super head Michael insists that you can't make money from education. Will Lorraine listen, or is the school heading for disaster?
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E30
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. After Kyle Stack shows up at the school though, the day ends in disaster as Tom attempts to help him.
E29
The Barrys family get ready to air their dirty laundry on national television. Kevin ends up under the spotlight though after an unexpected guest shows up. Christine decides to enjoy her new role as the school’s head teacher with gusto. Maggie needs to make a heart-breaking decision.
E28
Michael returns to the school and makes one last ditch effort to stop Lorraine from making the school fee-paying. Lula’s campaign against Nox Pharmaceuticals reaches a shocking conclusion. The rift in the Barry family increases forcing Carol into taking some drastic action.
E27
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 keeping his plans to save Waterloo Road secret from Christine, Lula steps up her plans against Nox, and Nikki's first day as headteacher does not go to plan.
E26
Desperate to rid themselves of Steve-O, Kevin and Connor enlist the help of Barry with a dramatic, but dangerous, plan; Sonya gets involved in love rival Audrey’s wedding – much to Ndale’s horror; and Michael clashes with Lorraine, forcing him to make a decision which will change Waterloo Road forever.
E25
Steve-O continues his reign of terror over Connor and Kevin, forcing Dynasty into a shock decision; Christine contemplates moving on from Waterloo Road; and Lula makes an unlikely ally in the shape of new science teacher, Esther Fairclough.
E24
Sonya has a day from hell which sees her dumped by Ndale and hospitalising Rhiannon; Lorraine and Nikki reach a crossroads in their relationship, Steve-O tightens his grip on Connor and Kevin; and an ex-pupil makes a surprise return to Waterloo Road.
E23
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 – trouble is, she has eyes for someone else; Maggie is forced to return to work after Lorraine lacks compassion; and while Audrey fights to keep her job, Tom makes a life-changing decision of his own.
E22
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 into a dodgy deal by Barry.
E21
Lula disapproves when new Waterloo Road pupil, Fergal, tempts Harley to behave dangerously out of character; Lorraine makes a surprise announcement; and Grantly struggles to keep his illness under wraps.
E20
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 secret wedding to Imogen approaches; and opportunity comes calling for Chalky and Kevin.
E19
Barry's behaviour finally makes Sian snap. With Sian's teaching career on the line, can Michael and the school save her? Elsewhere, Christine discovers Connor and Imogen are engaged, Kevin and Chalky's new phone app causes a stir and Scout's mum makes an unwelcome return.
E18
Tom clashes with Michael over his decision to ban star player Kacey from the boys' football league final, causing Kacey's identity issues to come to a head with shocking results.
E17
Maggie is horrified to discover Jade is considering having her baby adopted, but how far will she go to change her mind? Meanwhile, Connor is sent into a spin when he discovers a pregnancy test - but he is shocked to discover it does not belong to the person he was expecting...
E16
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 coming back before it is too late? Meanwhile, the Barrys' treatment of Connor leads Imogen to realise she still has feelings for him.
E15
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 Barrys apart backfires, and Connor is forced to face up to his actions when he reveals that he started the fire that burnt Imogen.
E14
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, they threaten to destroy her relationship with Connor. Elsewhere, Nikki is forced to reassess her view of Scout, and Connor wrestles with telling the truth to Imogen.
E13
Imogen challenges Dynasty over her plan to get a boob job, but can Imogen face her own image issues? Elsewhere, Nikki's antagonism with Scout builds when she accuses her of stealing Lorraine's car, and romance is in the air for Christine and Michael.
E12
Phoenix and Harley win the lottery. They want to spend, spend, spend, but does their dad have other ideas? Meanwhile, Nikki is forced to question her actions in punishing Scout, and Michael finds a friend in Christine when he gets news about his court case.
E11
Sparks fly as the notorious Barry family joins the school, and Barry Barry immediately causes trouble as his affair with another pupil's mother is exposed. Scout inadvertently starts a feud with returning teacher Nikki Boston, and Imogen fears Christine is keeping Connor away from her.
E10
Connor snaps when Christine scuppers his plans to run away with Imogen. Elsewhere, Kevin reaches out to Chalky, Lorraine puts a student's welfare before the good of the school and Michael finally gives in to his ill father's pleas to help end his life.
E9
Discovering a shocking secret about Rhiannon, Scout has to learn to turn the other cheek. Meanwhile, Christine refuses to retract her bullying claims about Audrey, and Kevin jeopardizes his place at Waterloo Road in order to help Connor.
E8
Dealing with quiet student Morag and her overbearing father's belief system, Michael decides to address his own father issues. Sian is persuaded to let Madi spread her wings, and Connor's attempts to help his mum backfire - with explosive consequences.
E7
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 desperate measures when Maggie calls off their wedding, and Josh makes a momentous decision about his future.
E6
Janeece puts her work life ahead of her home life, forcing Chalky to take drastic action. Meanwhile, Rhiannon's bullying campaign against Scout steps up a gear and Christine is devastated by the consequences of her alcoholism.
E5
Havelock's star pupil, Liberty, has sold a damning report about Gerard to the press and comes to Waterloo Road seeking help from Audrey. Elsewhere, Janeece leans on Chalky when Cheryl gets chicken pox, and Connor thinks Christine is lying when she is really ill.
E4
At school, Imogen is horrified to discover that her fitness guru mum is helping with Tariq's rowing fundraiser. Rival headmaster Gerard makes false claims against Michael, while Sian reaches out to Michael's estranged father Billy.
E3
Tariq is struggling to accept his disability, which gives cause for concern. Also, rival headmaster, Gerard Findlay is determined to discredit Michael by posting an old article about Michael's past all over the school, but is caught by Grantly.
E2
Troublemaker Lula’s home life spills into school as Tom attempts to uncover the root of her disruptive behaviour, and a desperate Connor tries to out Christine’s drinking. Josh helps Tariq face up to his disabilities, and Grantly deals with a spate of graffiti at the school house.
E1
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 a burgeoning rivalry with a local headmaster. Elsewhere, Tariq struggles to adjust to his new life as a paraplegic and Rhiannon starts a bullying campaign against Scout.
2013 · 20 episodes · Last episode: 12 years ago
Christine settles in as head of Waterloo Road but quickly finds new deputy Simon is after her job. As well as unruly students and her drink problem, old friend George is not all he seems.
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E20
A sober Christine deals with the repercussions of her drink driving offence. Kacey is selected for the Commonwealth Games but Gabriella soon puts an end to her happiness. Nikki’s future at Waterloo Road is suddenly thrown into uncertainty.
E19
Christine makes a series of extremely bad decisions leaving her job and her future hanging in the balance. Kacey Barry makes a welcome return to the school but Gabriella is furious to find herself pushed out of the limelight.
E18
Dynasty is faced with a terrible dilemma when she discovers how Barry is making money. Christine is angry to find Darren with inappropriate images again but discovers some shocking truths when she visits his home.
E17
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 Lula’s deportation. Barry wants to discuss his future with Gabriella and Dynasty is distressed at Kevin’s condition.
E16
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 suddenly taken ill. Nikki tries in vain to hide her betrayal from Vix and Audrey vows to support Lula when she’s threatened with deportation.
E15
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 trip. Gabriella ups the ante in her obsessive pursuit of Hector and Christine is forced to confront her feelings about George.
E14
Lenny gets carried away with the Resilience Programme and causes widespread panic when he accuses the local shop of shady dealings. George and Carol’s flush of new love is marred by the arrival of his very opinionated mother. A vindictive Barry Barry visits Waterloo Road.
E13
Gabriella continues to end up having more enemies than friends. Christine finds it hard to deal with her emotions as Connor leaves for London . Nikki is concerned about Eve’s reaction to news of her engagement.
E12
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 him go. Nikki and Vix take another big step in their relationship.
E11
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 behaviour. Simon launches his new Resilience Education plan to make the pupils tougher and Nikki returns from the holidays with a new love interest.
E10
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 boxing fund is stolen, jeopardising her training trip to America.
E9
A visit from boxing champion Nicola Adams restores Kacey’s confidence in her own abilities. Lenny makes a friend in the new supply teacher, but panic soon ensues when it’s discovered the teacher is not what he seems.
E8
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 worse when three pupils take seriously ill. Simon and Sue up the ante in their campaign against Christine and Kevin woos Dynasty back into his arms.
E7
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 daughter shows up at the school. Kacey is excited about going to America and decides to try and take matters into her own hands after Carol refuses to let her go.
E6
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 it as an opportunity to make some money. Sue starts to take tranquilisers to help get her through the day.
E5
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 upset about Princess’s exit and Christine finally realises that he can’t teach Mandarin without her. Connor finds some hidden talents in the Home Economics class.
E4
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 Princess but learns that it might be too late. Audrey finally works out that her new friend Moira isn't what she seems to be.
E3
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 sexes as Simon’s Apprentice competition takes over the school. Kevin suffers with itchy feet. Audrey believes that she’s made a new friend.
E2
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 Mandarin teaching assistant, and wife, Princess Windsor, who is immediately popular with some of his class. Elsewhere, the pupils revolt against Christine’s cuts.
E1
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 suspects new pupils, Lenny and Lisa, are being neglected. New teacher, Sue Spark, feels the pressure on her first day. Simon has a secret he is keeping from the rest of his colleagues.
2014 · 20 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago
New head Vaughan Fitzgerald arrives with his partner Allie and her two children. When his two teenage sons from a previous marriage arrive unexpectedly to live with them, it all gets very complicated.
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E20
Waterloo Road pulls every last punch in a desperate bid to halt the merger with Havelock High.
E19
Vaughan is torn between campaigning to stop the merger and Justin's exclusion. Things take an unexpected turn when Kenzie gets involved, while Lorna reveals a buried secret when someone from her past turns up. Sonya discovers something about Guy that sets her own lie onto a different course.
E18
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 expected. The school gets a heads-up about a surprise inspection, but will the preparation be enough to save it?
E17
Dale struggles to come to terms with his failure to make the cycling team.
E16
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 family secret and Kenzie’s relationship with her mother falls apart.
E15
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 concern over his state of mind and Sonya frets over her impending test results.
E14
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 one of the group runs off putting themself in serious danger.
E13
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 heavily on their relationship.
E12
Vaughan hopes the new bike bank scheme will show the school off to the community.
E11
It's a new term and the council wants to merge Waterloo Road with Havelock High.
E10
Vaughan goes to the police after Justin punches Allie, and Darren arranges a surprise.
E9
Sue finds herself in hot water when Hector threatens to tell Simon about their affair.
E8
Allie convinces Vaughan to send Justin to a boarding school.
E7
The police descend on Waterloo Road as the hack on Wiredata Systems is traced to it.
E6
Simon and Sue's dinner party goes badly wrong after Hector speaks out of turn.
E5
Will the pressure of mock exams prove to be too much for Lenny?
E4
Gabriella returns to school to find some students determined to make her life difficult.
E3
Darren can't understand why Rhiannon is taking the virtual-baby project so seriously.
E2
Vaughan is anxious about the launch of Waterloo Road's big community initiative.
E1
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 lives. Darren's world falls apart after a shocking incident at home and George learns never to cross a member of the Barry family.
2023 · 7 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago
Riots, scandals, fractured families and familiar faces - Waterloo Road is back with a new term and a whole new attitude. Who said education was easy?
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E7
The past catches up with Danny at the end of term show. Meanwhile, Kim is left feeling hurt and betrayed by an unexpected person.
E6
Samia’s day is derailed by the discovery of a group chat started by the male students. Meanwhile, Donte’s angry outburst has repercussions across the school.
E5
As Neil bonds with refugee Norullah, the year nines are busy digging up the truth about his personal life. An inquest triggers an emotional breakdown and confession from Coral.
E4
It’s Amy’s big day, but a surprise visitor from her past and Kelly Jo’s tumultuous behaviour threaten to ruin everything.
E3
The Walters family deal with an unexpected crisis, pushing a stressed Preston to the brink, while Tonya and Izzy skip school.
E2
Waterloo Road is rocked by shocking news, while Danny lands himself in trouble.
E1
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 in the school gives everyone a shock.
2023 · 7 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago
Affairs, scandals, blackmail and many, many headteachers. Who said education was easy?
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E7
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 ramifications for the entire school.
E6
Desperate times force Nicky to consider the unthinkable. Meanwhile, Preston and Myles challenge each other – with devastating consequences.
E5
Kim rallies the troops when a last-minute Ofsted inspection is sprung on the team. Elsewhere, a knife crime initiative gets underway.
E4
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 doesn’t get off to the best start.
E3
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.
E2
A revelation from Kelly Jo causes huge ructions between Nicky and Debs. Meanwhile, an increasingly infatuated Amy pursues a new crush.
E1
Dwayne clashes with a new pupil, whose arrival causes fireworks. As Dwayne continues to rebel, Joe and Mike question their future. Meanwhile, Kim’s rocked by a blast from the past.
2024 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 2 years ago
With a swathe of long-term refusers descending on Waterloo Road, the balance of peace and harmony rests on thin ice.
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E8
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 situation.
E7
Tonya is forced to take drastic action after a scandalous discovery, and Preston takes the law into his own hands.
E6
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 school.
E5
Amy comes head-to-head with Schuey, but her actions cause uproar. Meanwhile, Kelly Jo has some earth-shattering news for Dean.
E4
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. Libby proves to be a thorn in her side.
E3
Shola’s new obsession sends shockwaves through the school, with devastating consequences for Joe and Mike.
E2
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, no-one can escape Preston’s line of fire.
E1
Kim rolls out a fresh initiative that causes fireworks for staff and pupils alike, and two worlds collide when Tonya forms an unlikely bond with new boy Schuey.
2024 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 2 years ago
Waterloo Road sees a changing of the guard with new head Steve Savage.
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E8
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.
E7
Preston and Nicky panic as they get caught in the firing line, and Schuey makes a desperate call when Steve goes too far.
E6
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 right.
E5
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 Waterloo Road.
E4
While setting up Battle of the Bands, pressure mounts on Val when she highlights the lack of support for teachers. Meanwhile, Tonya struggles to be believed as she has a crisis.
E3
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 asked to reprimand him.
E2
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 target.
E1
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 an unexpected place.
2025 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 1 year ago
New head, Dame Stella Drake, ushers in a new era at Waterloo Road.
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E8
Jared’s controlling behaviour reaches new heights when Libby tries to move on from their relationship. Meanwhile, Stella confronts her past and is left questioning her role as head.
E7
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 accusations.
E6
Nicky’s parenting comes under fire, while Tonya’s health hangs in the balance. Neil questions a defensive Jared in the wake of Amy’s accusations.
E5
Amy witnesses Jared’s controlling behaviour towards Libby and bends the rules to seek justice. Meanwhile, Schuey’s relationship with Agnes is under threat from a surprising person.
E4
Donte’s attempts to support Ashton leave him roped into chaperoning Nisha’s mathlympics trip. But when a shock truth is revealed, Donte finds himself in hot water.
E3
Stace falls victim to Stella’s drastic new school rules, but disaster strikes when things go too far. Meanwhile, Donte makes a breakthrough with new boy Ashton.
E2
Amidst health concerns, Coral steps up for a struggling Aleena as secrets from the student’s past resurface. Schuey is forced to face his own past in the form of an old rival.
E1
New 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 the form of an unruly new pupil.
2025 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 1 year ago
Headteacher Stella is forced to navigate a fresh set of challenges.
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E8
It’s funfair day at Waterloo Road, and Darius flounders under a watchful eye. Has his luck finally run out? Meanwhile, Agnes uncovers a secret that could blow a family’s world apart and Donte’s loyalties are tested by a discovery that could end a colleague’s career.
E7
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 struggling student.
E6
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 criminal past with disastrous consequences for Mike.
E5
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 devastating events of the previous week.
E4
Hope and Portia go head-to-head as they battle for attention. Elsewhere, Darius’s negligence has devastating consequences, and Schuey is rocked when an unexpected visitor ruffles feathe
E3
Dwayne is under pressure when Ashton exposes his deepest secrets to the entire school. Meanwhile, Nisha is conflicted when her personal and professional worlds collide.
E2
Ashton takes drastic measures when Donte is plunged into crippling debt. Nicky saves the day when Debs is out of her depth, while Jack attempts to help Libby settle back in.
E1
Schuey and Agnes cause uproar when they rebel against Stella’s new rules. New teacher Darius Donovan arrives and shakes up the staffroom, while Jack Rimmer returns to school.
2026 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 9 months ago
Deputy Darius holds the keys to the kingdom. How far will he go to hold on to that power?
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E8
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 about what he might have done to get there.
E7
With Stella away, Darius takes charge. But the return of a familiar face stirs old tensions. Meanwhile, a shocking revelation forces Stella to see everything in a new light.
E6
As Tonya struggles with the aftermath, Nicky struggles with her confidence, leading to disastrous results. Whilst Darius’s desperation sees him take big steps to protect his secret, Agnes puts her relationship in jeopardy as she betrays Schuey’s trust.
E5
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 Darius fears Stella will discover his secret.
E4
Shola notices an unexpected change in Portia and suspects she has a new crush. Meanwhile, a surprise inspection sees Darius bend the rules to keep ahead of the inspectors.
E3
Donte 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 win over a troublesome Leoni?
E2
Portia is humiliated when her new romance turns sour, while Ben finds himself being schooled by a rebellious supply teacher after landing himself in hot water.
E1
Chaos is unleashed as Darius welcomes excluded students to the school and is put to the test by a violent new arrival, who holds a surprising connection with Agnes.
Created by Ann McManus and Maureen Chadwick
Laurie Brett
Christine Mulgrew
Angela Griffin
Kim Campbell
Jason Merrells
Jack Rimmer
Melanie Hill
Maggie Budgen
Richard Mylan
Simon Lowsley
Georgie Glen
Audrey McFall
Angus Deayton
George Windsor
Jamie Glover
Andrew Treneman
Jason Done
Tom Clarkson
Heather Peace
Nikki Boston
Adam Thomas
Donte Charles
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The most recent episode of Waterloo Road, Season 17 Episode 8, aired on January 27, 2026.
Waterloo Road has 17 seasons with 254 episodes in total.
Waterloo Road first aired on BBC One on March 9, 2006.
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