TV series
Following the exploits and antics of children living in a care home. Growing up in a care home brings all sorts of tough challenges, but the kids know that if they stick together, they can get through anything life throws at them.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
The Dumping Ground premiered January 4, 2013. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Following the exploits and antics of children living in a care home. Growing up in a care home brings all sorts of tough challenges, but the kids know that if they stick together, they can get through anything life throws at them.
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Episode 1
When young Bailey Wharton is found living on his own, he is summarily placed in the Dumping Ground where his arrival has quite an impact on the rest of the residents.
Directed by Sallie AprahamianWritten by Elly BrewerGuest stars Gauri Vedhara
Episode 2
Faith's homecoming doesn't quite go to plan, and when Bailey's father finally turns up, will there be a happy reunion?
Directed by Sallie AprahamianWritten by Dawn Harrison
Episode 3
A buzz is created when the Dumping Ground residents are asked to star in a film.
Directed by Sallie AprahamianWritten by Sarah-Louise HawkinsGuest stars Angela Griffin
Episode 4
Lily has some news that she must break to Carmen - but she knows it will test their friendship to the core.
Directed by Sallie AprahamianWritten by Debbie OatesGuest stars Asif Khan
Episode 5
When Frank finds himself in need of help, will the Dumping Ground residents come to the rescue?
Directed by Nigel DouglasWritten by Emma Reeves, Elly Brewer
Episode 6
Expectations are high when Tyler's mum comes for a visit.
Directed by Nigel DouglasWritten by Elly Brewer, Matt Evans
Episode 7
A very long night ensues when two opposing Dumping Ground teams take up a bizarre telly challenge.
Directed by Nigel DouglasWritten by Elly Brewer, Sarah-Louise Hawkins
Episode 8
Faith and Rick are at loggerheads, while Mo and Bailey become unlikely allies.
Directed by Diana PatrickWritten by Elly Brewer, Julie Dixon
Episode 9
Bailey's dreams are thrown into jeopardy when his football coach shows his true colours, whilst Floss' background is revealed when she steals Carmen's nail products.
Directed by Diana PatrickWritten by Elly Brewer, Mark BurtGuest stars Mackenzie Sol
Episode 10
When Johnny tackles a mugger, he discovers hidden talents that point to a possible new future for him.
Directed by Diana PatrickWritten by Elly Brewer
Episode 11
Floss meets some prospective parents and Rick and Carmen's friendship might reach breaking point...
Directed by Diana PatrickWritten by Elly Brewer, Dawn HarrisonGuest stars Lucy Speed
Episode 12
Johnny and Tee have very different reactions when their mum arrives at the Dumping Ground.
Directed by Diana PatrickWritten by Emma Reeves
Episode 13
Frank's new job is jeopardised when he is reunited with an old friend.
Directed by Diana PatrickWritten by Elly Brewer
Episode information updated Sep 3, 2026
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CBBCUnited Kingdom
