Episode 1
Moment of Truth
27m
Lying is a way of life for Jay and it always gets him out of trouble. But, when he is guilty of stealing a laptop, Jay cannot fall back on his lies, he must tell the truth.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
TV series
The Dumping Ground
201313 seasons7.5 / 10
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 Jul 25, 2026
The Dumping Ground premiered January 4, 2013. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
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 2
Sweet and Sour
28m
Deciding to tackle her anger issues head on, Jody goes to counselling sessions. However, as the questions get tougher, Jody must rise to the challenge and face the darkest of her demons.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 3
The Remote
29m
Sasha has the perfect spot on the sofa, but she is not the only one with a game plan as alliances are formed and friendships are tested, all in a fight for the coveted TV remote.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 4
The Diwata of Ogleton Wood
29m
Unearthing a box of her Mum’s belongings, Taz is pulled into a mystery surrounding the fate of local woods. To solve it, she will have to come face to face with tough memories.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 5
Old Friends
28m
Shocked to meet Fred’s original owner, Sid’s world is turned upside down as he faces a race against time to retrieve Fred and stake his claim to his best friend.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 6
Partners in Crime
28m
Consistently ignored by the others, Floss has had enough. When a new arrival offers Floss a deal she can’t refuse, Floss’s selfishness goes into overdrive, with big consequences.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 7
Festival Fibber
29m
Sasha has had the best night of her life at the Electrik Rokk Festival, even if May-Li banned her from going. However, now someone knows she was there, and Sasha needs to stop them.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 8
Losing Your Cool
28m
Jay’s cool persona is put under the microscope after he falls for a girl.
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Episode 9
Memory Lane
28m
May-Li’s forced to confront her troubled relationship with her family after her glamorous and successful cousin makes a surprise visit to the DG with some big news!
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 10
Run, Rescue, Repeat
28m
Shocked to see her younger brother Murphy arrive at the DG, Sasha’s patience is pushed to the limit as she questions if she can really tame this tearaway.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 11
Saviour
28m
Fresh from a visit to her mum, Ruby is keen to make it up to an old friend. However, when her fears grow that they might be in trouble, Ruby must risk it all to help save them.
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Episode 12
Friend Zone
28m
It’s the day of Sasha’s art exhibit, and Jody has forgotten. Hoping to make it up to her, Jody makes a mistake that threatens to damage their friendship forever.
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Episode 13
Face to Face
28m
Shocked to find out that her real mum has finally been found, Floss must process what this means for her and Ross, setting up a meeting that could change her future forever.
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Episode 14
Finders Keepers
28m
Finding a case of cash in the woods, Bird is faced with a dilemma. But when others discover his secret, new threats emerge that forces him into extreme action to protect himself.
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Episode 15
The Beat Goes On
29m
Meeting her idol Drew from the Death Night Thrashers, Sasha resorts to devious tactics to keep the band from splitting up as she also nears a crossroads in her own life.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 16
The Brothers Murray
28m
Pressure mounts on Scott after his brother Nathan comes to work at the DG. As the brothers try to build bridges, Scott makes a silly mistake that threatens to derail his career.
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Episode 17
Rocket Man
30m
Sid is excited about launching his new drone, but life in the DG comes with responsibilities and, not wanting to be distracted, he will do just about anything to escape.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jed Jefferson
Episode 18
Stand Up
27m
Rocked after receiving racist abuse online, Bird tries to focus on his comedy. However, while anger threatens to blow, others choose to take action against the abusers.
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Episode 19
The Master Plan
27m
It’s the busiest day of May-Li’s career and everything must run smoothly. But when a young person goes missing, her plans threaten to collapse in tatters.
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Episode 20
Breaking Chains
28m
Shocked to receive devastating news about her older brother Kingsley, Jody tries to regroup with the help of an unlikely ally but finds her own future hanging in the balance.
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Cast
Daniel PearsonRick Barber
Kia PeggJody Jackson
Sarah RaysonFloss GuppyStacy LiuMay-Li Wang
Connor ByrneMike Milligan
Miles Butler-HughtonTyler LewisRuben ReuterFinn
Carma HyltonCandi-RoseCredits
- Written by
- Elly Brewer, Dawn Harrison, Emma Reeves, Julie Dixon, Sarah-Louise Hawkins, Jeff Povey, Davey Jones, Matt Evans, Mark Burt, Debbie Oates, Steve Turner, Richard Lazarus, Nimer Rashed, Matthew Leys, Sophie Petzal, Heather Imani
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 233
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
CBBCUnited Kingdom
Themes
bullyingcare homechildren'schildren's homechildren's programmingchildren's servicesfoster carefoster parents