Educating Yorkshire

It's the first term back at Thornhill, and Mr Burton's the new Head. Amy must navigate secondary school life - having recently being diagnosed with Tourette's. And Mrs Delaney-Hudson investigates what's causing Year 8 Riley's disruptive behaviour.

The pressure of secondary school starts to get real for Year Ten Casey, as dyslexia has left her feeling self-conscious and different. When teachers suspect that she's used AI to complete her Shakespeare assessment, Casey vehemently denies cheating.

Year 10 student Scott's behaviour puts his international rugby dreams at risk. And as model student Alexa piles on the pressure to ace Year 10, her anxiety becomes overwhelming.

Year Seven's Ismaeel is an enthusiastic ball of energy with his sights set on becoming a student representative for his year. Determined to make Thornhill a place where everyone can fit in, Ismaeel canvasses classmates in the school playground.

Year 11 students Skyler, Olivia and Falak feel the pressure as GCSEs edge closer. Headteacher Mr Burton leads his staff on a crackdown against mobile phones, and a special guest returns to school.

This time at Thornhill it is all about the newbies. With a national shortage of teachers and staff leaving the profession, can Mr Burton and his team encourage Josh to find the joy in the job and stick it out at Thornhill?

Year 7 student Lottie is coming to terms with the loss of sight in one eye, as she leans on Miss Nurse for support. Another Year 7 student, Preston, needs a way to channel his energy.

Year 11 feel the pressure building as the school year draws to a close. Mrs Ali works on attendance numbers, Darcie and Alexa from Year 10 go toe-to-toe bidding to become Head Girl, and Mr Burton looks at the challenges that shaped the academic year.