About this season
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.
Episodes (10)
1. Welcome Home
Aired 26 January 2024 • 25 min
The Dumping Ground gang are back but are heading to a new care home. Things get off to a rocky start as the Porter’s Lodge tribe try and get the better of them.
2. I Can Explain
Aired 2 February 2024 • 25 min
Sabrina leaves a spiteful message on Bonnie’s phone, Shanice is not happy with Frankie’s latest plan, and Maisie struggles to make connections in her new home.
3. Imagine
Aired 9 February 2024 • 25 min
Dita is challenged by Maisie, who has found her diary. Oscar and Shanice use a wild cat story to cover their tracks, while Wes tries out being a teenager for the day.
4. Seeing Red
Aired 16 February 2024 • 25 min
Bonnie turns detective to uncover the secrets of a strange tent Sabrina has found in the woods. Meanwhile, Maisie needs to read her care file and makes a new friend.
5. Likes
Aired 23 February 2024 • 25 min
Maisie’s scheme to get the room to herself pushes Chelsey closer to Brodie. Erin, Dita and Izzy set a trap to catch a chocolate thief, and Jimi tries to get out of his homework.
6. Mum’s the World
Aired 1 March 2024 • 25 min
Sabrina is shocked when she overhears Ben talking to her mum, Finn arrives on a Dumping Ground mission, and Jimi is angry with Erin but won’t tell her why.
7. Coming Clean
Aired 8 March 2024 • 25 min
Sabrina is still in turmoil knowing that her mum might be back, and Doreen springs a surprise house inspection. Frankie, Oscar and Shanice tackle the almighty stink in the boys' room.
8. Big Little Fibs
Aired 15 March 2024 • 25 min
Maisie accidentally ruins Wes’s special book but can’t come clean. Oscar quits the gang, and Frankie comes up with a plan to get him back. Brodie and Chelsey want to cheer up Maisie.
9. Fly Alway Home
Aired 22 March 2024 • 25 min
An upset and lonely Maisie runs away from the Dumping Ground. Wes’s gran sends him some birthday money, and Frankie plots to liberate the cash. Chelsey and Brodie frantically search for Maisie.
10. Bring the House Down
Aired 29 March 2024 • 25 min
Bonnie is excited about the big gig, but Sabrina is a nervous wreck - will her mum turn up to hear her sing? Meanwhile, Frankie wants to avoid the concert at all costs.