Aug 31, 2017 · 45m
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.
Educating …
Educating … is a British documentary television programme produced by Twofour for Channel 4 that has run since 2011. It uses a fly on the wall format to show the everyday lives of the staff and students of various secondary schools around the UK; interspersed with interviews of those involved and featuring narration from the director and interviewer, David Clews. Filmed on location at schools in Harlow, Dewsbury, Walthamstow, Cardiff and Salford respectively, there have been seven series to date: Educating Essex (2011), Educating Yorkshire (2013), Educating the East End (2014), Educating Cardiff (2015), Educating Greater Manchester 1 & 2 (2017 and 2020) and Educating Yorkshire 2 (2025).
Season 5 Episodes
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Sep 7, 2017 · 45m
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.
Sep 14, 2017 · 45m
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.
Sep 21, 2017 · 45m
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.
Sep 28, 2017 · 45m
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.
Oct 5, 2017 · 45m
The teachers grapple with the effects of social media at the school, from Snapchat revolutions to FaceTime disputes and name-calling on social media
Oct 12, 2017 · 45m
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?
Oct 19, 2017 · 45m
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.
Season 5 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Educating … Season 5 premiere?
Educating … Season 5 premiered on August 31, 2017.
How many episodes are in Educating … Season 5?
Educating … Season 5 has 8 episodes.
What is the first episode of Educating … Season 5?
The season opens with Season 5 Episode 1, "Greater Manchester Episode 1". It aired on August 31, 2017.
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