Educating Essex

Friendship flourishes in Year 7 between Rani, who recently arrived from Syria, and old-before-his-time Jack. And the school responds to the shock of the terrorist attack at the Ariana Grande concert.

In this episode it's teen angst as Educating joins Harrop Fold's student development team. Mia's 15, seven months pregnant and just a few months away from her GCSE exams.

Mr Chambers wonders if he should turn equations into a form of dance to get drama enthusiast Mitchell to focus. Football-loving Callum's girlfriend convinces him to audition for the school play.

This episode meets the school's behaviour team. Mr Chambers is close to losing his patience with cheeky Kayden. Mr Povey tries a left-field tactic with Vincent: putting him on the Student Council.

There's election fever as the search for Harrop Fold's first ever Head Girl and Head Boy begins. And an unexpected candidate throws his hat into the ring at the last minute.

The teachers grapple with the effects of social media at the school, from Snapchat revolutions to FaceTime disputes and name-calling on social media

This episode meets the Year 7s and new teacher Mr Humphreys, who faces a challenge with mischievous best friends Tiger and Billy. And can 11-year-old Jacob win his ex-girlfriend Lily back?

There are tears and tantrums as the Year 11s have their mock exams. When the results aren't good, the school throw everything they have at improving results for the real GCSEs.