The Dumping Ground

Season 8

Spin-off of the British hit TV series The Story of Tracy Beaker (2002) based on the best-selling novel by Jacqueline Wilson. In a children's home known as the "dumping ground", the children have many fab, fun-filled adventures together as they grow up in foster care.

Where to Watch Season 8

24 Episodes

Natural Selection
E1
Episode 1Natural SelectionAs May-Li faces the most important day of her career, Jody's paranoia sets in, pushing her temper to breaking point as it threatens to spoil May-Li's chance at promotion.
Follow My Leader
E2
Episode 2Follow My LeaderWith May-Li gone and Al in charge, the DG is in chaos. With divisions emerging, Tyler must rally to take back control and get Ashdene Ridge back to normal.
Auld Lang Syne
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Episode 3Auld Lang SyneAs Chloe and the DG prepare to celebrate Burns Night with a surprise visitor, Bec struggles to hide a secret about her past on an emotional anniversary.
Somebody
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Episode 4SomebodySasha becomes convinced that a well-known street artist has stolen her idea and her uphill battle to prove the truth and defend her rights opens up further wounds.
Sugar and Spice
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Episode 5Sugar and SpiceThings are looking up when Floss is given the chance to be fostered by her dream family, but her struggle to behave as perfectly as she may need threatens to spoil everything.
Love Hearts and Roses
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Episode 6Love Hearts and RosesLove is in the air as Ashdene Ridge celebrates Valentine’s Day, but the most romantic day of the year doesn’t go according to plan for the YP.
A Matter of Life and Debt
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Episode 7A Matter of Life and DebtWhen Tyler receives some tragic news about his dad, he goes on an emotional journey to learn more about where he came from and the sort of life he'd like to lead.
Risk
E8
Episode 8RiskChloe decides to become a "fixer" in the DG, forcing her to take huge risks. Meanwhile, after spending the day with Alex, Finn decides that he wants to live with him but soon realizes that it isn't as simple as it seems.
The Replacement
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Episode 9The ReplacementTaz’s patience is tested after she discovers that her dad has a new girlfriend. With fears growing about the memory of her mum, Taz will do whatever it takes to protect it.
Do the Right Thing
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Episode 10Do the Right ThingViv is hopeful for a fresh start when her estranged Uncle Ray returns, promising that he’s turned his life around, but her loyalty to her uncle is soon put to the test.
Trouble in Paradise
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Episode 11Trouble in ParadiseTyler’s life is turned upside down when he is faced with a life-changing opportunity. With unfinished business in the DG, Tyler must make an impossible choice.
Go Your Own Way
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Episode 12Go Your Own WayTyler and Jody’s bond is closer than ever, but as both face a major turning point in their lives, a huge decision looms over them.
What's Mine is Mine
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Episode 13What's Mine is MineEmbroiled in a feud over a stolen sports trophy, Jay plots to get his own back. The only problem is, he is going to have to put his trust in others to execute his plan.
Shattered
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Episode 14ShatteredWhen the office window gets smashed, Bird quickly finds himself as the main suspect. Desperate to prove his innocence, Bird searches for the true culprit behind the crime.
Keeping Face
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Episode 15Keeping FaceBec believes she has found a kindred spirit when she bonds with new arrival Ruby, but a shocking turn of events brings Bec face to face with the demons of her past.
Everybody Needs a Friend
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Episode 16Everybody Needs a FriendWhile volunteering at a food bank with Viv, Scott catches a girl stealing supplies. Learning that she is desperate, Scott tries to help, but soon discovers that all is not what it seems.
Truth or Scare
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Episode 17Truth or ScareAs the DG settle in to celebrate Halloween with a round of spooky stories, the bone-chilling tales of ghosts and witches may be too much for some.
Sasha Claus
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Episode 18Sasha ClausWith the DG snowed in by a blizzard and left without any care workers on Christmas Eve, Sasha must step up to take charge and save Christmas from the brink of chaos.
Great Expectations
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Episode 19Great ExpectationsKaty is confident that her mum is ready to look after her again, but when Maria shows signs of taking a step backwards, Katy takes drastic action in a bid to help her mum.
Snakes and Ladders
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Episode 20Snakes and LaddersJody is excited to take on work experience with brother Luke, but the challenges and pressures of stepping into different surroundings and being an adult may push her too far.
Nobody's Perfect
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Episode 21Nobody's PerfectMay-Li’s thrilled when her wife Alice visits the DG for the first time, but it soon becomes clear that May-Li is more dedicated to her job than she realised.
Broken Record
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Episode 22Broken RecordBird is stunned to see ghosts from their childhood dramatically return and is pushed into taking drastic action to protect Jay, whatever the cost.
Far From the Tree
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Episode 23Far From the TreeAfter clashing with a rival boxer, Jody loses control of her anger in a shocking incident. Hiding her actions, Jody will soon have to finally confront the demons of her past.
Dream Life
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Episode 24Dream LifeDaunted by work experience at a hospital, Finn also has a big decision to make about his future. He escapes into his imagination in an attempt to find the answer.