The Story of Tracy Beaker Episode Guide

Episode Guide

The Story of Tracy Beaker: Season 5

The Story of Tracy Beaker: Season 4 (2004 - 2005)

  • Season 4 Episode 1/2: Return to Sender/Bouncer V Lol

    The irrepressible foster-child gets to grips with life outside the care home, but helps her pals at the Dumping Ground when an intimidating new family try to make their presence felt. Bouncer's 16th birthday encourages Tracy to plan a party. Dani Harmer stars

  • Season 4 Episode 23: Movie of Me

    Just before her 13th birthday and as Cam prepares to give fostering her another go, Tracy's mum turns up at the Dumping Ground promising to change her life. Starring Dani Harmer and Ruth Gemmell

  • Season 4 Episode 22: We're Off the Map Now

    The Dumping Ground kids have an away day orienteering, to celebrate Jackie and Bouncer's leaving. Meanwhile, Tracy and Cam embark on a day of spontaneity. Last in series, starring Dani Harmer, Abby Rakic-Platt and Ben Hanson

  • Season 4 Episode 21: Roxy the Rock

    Roxy finally has a huge showdown with Tracy - but since she's already argued with her siblings, there's nobody there to back her up. Starring Dani Harmer and Sophie Borja

  • Season 4 Episode 20: The Beaker Witch Project

    Cam takes Tracy on a camping trip in the woods - but soon get separated, leading her to fear for her friend's safety. Starring Dani Harmer and Lisa Coleman

  • Season 4 Episode 19: Independence Day

    Lol befriends a new kid who's keen on SAS survival techniques, and tries to pick up a few tips in case he ever finds himself without Bouncer to protect him. Starring Dani Harmer, Ciaran Joyce and Ben Hanson

  • Season 4 Episode 18: The Long Run

    Jackie is offered an athletics scholarship, but spends the day helping Tracy spend a windfall. Meanwhile, the other kids try to find grandparents of their own. Starring Dani Harmer, Abby Rakic-Platt and Vincenzo Pellegrino

  • Season 4 Episode 17: Rebel Without a Clue

    Sam puts on a play with Sid in the lead role - but he struggles to muster the anger necessary for the part. Elsewhere, a new care worker arrives at the Dumping Ground, but it soon emerges she isn't as kind as she first appears

  • Season 4 Episode 16: The Snake

    The Wellards' pet snake goes missing, prompting the Dumping Ground children to believe it has swallowed Marco. Meanwhile, Bouncer and Lol do their best to cheer Shelley up. Dani Harmer stars, with Ciaran Joyce and Ben Hanson

  • Season 4 Episode 15: Democracy

    Elaine helps Bouncer get ready to move to a halfway house and gives the other kids a lesson in independence - by allowing them to run the Dumping Ground by themselves. Starring Dani Harmer, Nisha K Nayar and Ben Hanson

  • Season 4 Episode 14: Dear Dad

    Crash thinks he may have found a kindred spirit when he learns Rio's father has a criminal past - but Marco discovers things are not what they appear. Starring Dani Harmer, Darragh Mortell, Craig Roberts and Jack Edwards

  • Season 4 Episode 13: The Finishing Line

    Jackie's grandad dies, and the grown-ups decide to save her more heartache by sorting out the funeral arrangements - but Tracy finds she must intervene to give him a fitting send-off. Meanwhile, Crash tries to get the old man's friends to the church. Starring Dani Harmer, Darragh Mortell and Abby Rakic-Platt

  • Season 4 Episode 12: Best of Enemies

    Tracy accompanies Elaine to a charity event - but is horrified to find her arch-enemy Justine is there too. Meanwhile, Crash argues with Chantal at the Dumping Ground, leading the grown-ups to worry whether the home will ever be peaceful again. Starring Dani Harmer, Montanna Thompson, Deepal Parmar and Darragh Mortell

  • Season 4 Episode 11: Testing Times

    News that the Dumping Ground is up for its annual review prompts Tracy to hatch a plan. She heads home and decides to review Cam's capabilities to see whether she would make a good mother. Dani Harmer and Lisa Coleman star

  • Season 4 Episode 10: Beam Me Up, Scottie

    The children begin to worry whether they'll ever be fostered as Hayley prepares to leave the Dumping Ground with her new parents. Layla fears she isn't cute enough to be accepted, while Marco takes desperate measures to try to prove he really is normal. Starring Dani Harmer, Kristal Lau and Cara Readie

  • Season 4 Episode 9: Love and War

    Bouncer grows more besotted with the temporary care worker, and Layla decides he should pen a love letter - but the reply he receives has more to do with the Wellards than the object of his affections

  • Season 4 Episode 8: Temper, Temper

    Crash and the Dumping Ground children hatch a scheme to get their own back on the Wellards - by showering them with unexpected kindness. Dani Harmer and Darragh Mortell star

  • Season 4 Episode 7: Life Is a Cabaret

    Tracy has a blazing row with Cam, prompting her to consider moving back to the Dumping Ground - but when she gets there, she discovers everyone's constantly bursting into song. Special musical episode, starring Dani Harmer and Lisa Coleman

  • Season 4 Episode 6: Can't Buy Me Love

    Tracy decides to make the housekeeping budget go further so she can live a more lavish lifestyle, and Layla comes up with a scheme for doing her homework which could help her get excellent grades without putting in the effort. Starring Dani Harmer and Cara Readle

  • Season 4 Episode 6: Testing Times/Best of Enemies

    Double bill. News that the Dumping Ground is up for its annual review prompts Tracy to head home and assess whether Cam would make a good mother. Crash argues with Chantal, leading the grown-ups to worry whether the home will ever be peaceful again

  • Season 4 Episode 5: Love and War/Beam Me Up Scotty

    Double bill. Bouncer grows more besotted with the temporary care worker, and Layla decides he should pen a love letter - but the reply he receives has more to do with the Wellards than the object of his affections. Marco's insecurities grow, as he worries he is too weird to find a family

  • Season 4 Episode 5: Single White Female

    Tracy tells the other kids at the Dumping Ground how to get themselves foster parents, but they have other problems to deal with - a student social worker who has managed to outmanoeuvre Elaine. Starring Dani Harmer and Nisha Nayar

  • Season 4 Episode 4: Meet the Parent

    Tracy discovers a new best friend in Cam's mother, who starts giving her lots of sweets and treats - but the 10-year-old comes to realise that getting spoiled isn't all it's cracked up to be

  • Season 4 Episode 3: In with the Wellards

    The Wellards entice Jackie into their gang, and set about manipulating her into causing trouble, while Tracy tries to spend more time with her new family. Dani Harmer and Abby Rakic-Platt star

  • Season 4 Episode 3: Single White Female/Can't Buy Me Love

    Double bill. The children try to get rid of a new student social worker who has managed to outmanoeuvre Elaine. Tracy decides to make the housekeeping budget go further so she can live a more lavish lifestyle, and Layla comes up with a scheme for doing her homework which could help her get excellent grades

  • Season 4 Episode 2: In With the Wellards/Meet the Parent

    Jackie is surprised to find the Wellards are not as bad as she thought, Cam convinces Tracy they should spend more quality time together and the heroine's loyalties are tested by a new family member

The Story of Tracy Beaker: Season 3 (2003 - 2004)

The Story of Tracy Beaker: Season 2 (2003)

  • Season 2 Episode 26: Home and Hosed

    Tracy meets Ben's aunt and uncle who want to foster her : but that would mean moving to Scotland, miles away from the Dumping Ground and best friends Ben and Cam. Last in series

  • Season 2 Episode 25: Nathan's Assessment

    Elaine interviews all the kids, who reveal that Nathan has yet to finish a single piece of coursework and is in danger of failing his careworker exams. Will Tracy be able to help her friend?

  • Season 2 Episode 24: Genius at Work

    Lol and Bouncer look after Ben when he falls ill, and Tracy is artistically inspired

  • Season 2 Episode 23: The Long Goodbye

    Louise departs with her foster family and Amber's actions leave her in danger of being expelled. Chelsie Padley stars

  • Season 2 Episode 22: Get Lost

    Tracy meets Ben's aunt and uncle who want to foster her : but that would mean moving to Scotland, miles away from the Dumping Ground and best friends Ben and Cam. Last in series

  • Season 2 Episode 21: Ben's Party

    Ben decides to throw a huge surprise party when he discovers people think he's boring

  • Season 2 Episode 20: Family Tree

    A family tree project gets everyone at the Dumping Ground thinking about their roots, while Louise meets a possible foster family

  • Season 2 Episode 19: Music

    Tracy takes up the saxophone, and it isn't long before the dumping ground is rocking to her music

  • Season 2 Episode 18: Secrets and Lies

    Lol worries he and his brother will be split up, so turns super-spy in a bid to find out

  • Season 2 Episode 17: Two-Timing Adele

    Adele struggles to decide who to go out with, and asks Tracy to help her manage her love life

  • Season 2 Episode 16: Quiz

    Quiz fever consumes the Dumping Ground, and unexpected competition from some rivals inspires certain team members to cheat. Danielle Harmer stars

  • Season 2 Episode 15: Bridesmaid

    Justine's dad prepares to get married, but doesn't know how to choose a bridesmaid's dress for his daughter. Danielle Harmer stars

  • Season 2 Episode 14: Work

    Bouncer and Amber are caught up in the world of work, so Tracy decides it's time she earned some money of her own. Drama, starring Danielle Harmer

  • Season 2 Episode 13: Takeover

    Tracy decides to organise Cam's life for her when she falls ill

  • Season 2 Episode 12: Christmas

    Bouncer worries about missing the festive season with his friends at the Dumping Ground - so Tracy sets about cheering him up by creating the ultimate Christmas experience. Drama, starring Danielle Harmer and Ben Hanson

  • Season 2 Episode 11: Day Trip

    Jenny tries to enjoy the peace at the Dumping Ground when everyone else leaves the city for an action-packed trip to the countryside. Sharlene Whyte stars

  • Season 2 Episode 10: Home Truths

    Tracy is challenged to last a day without telling a lie : but ends up revealing a string of truths that get her into trouble with the other residents. Comedy drama, starring Danielle Harmer

  • Season 2 Episode 9: Hollywood

    Tracy and Dolly inspire a new movie-making trend at the Dumping Ground by announcing they want to be adopted by a Hollywood couple

  • Season 2 Episode 8: Big Fight

    After having a fight, Justine and Tracey decide to make the boys their champions and convince them to wrestle on their behalf. Drama based on the book by Jacqueline Wilson, starring Danielle Harmer

  • Season 2 Episode 7: Bad Girls

    Tracy tries to prove herself in an initiation test so she can join Amber's gang

  • Season 2 Episode 6: Doggie

    When Dolly is upset by a stray dog found roaming the corridors of the Dumping Ground, the irrepressible 10-year-old puts forward a proposal to foster him : but with canine-hating Duke on the scent, will the friends be able to keep the mutt confined in their room?

  • Season 2 Episode 5: Alien

    Tracy wants to be part of Amber's gang but has to prove herself in an initiation test : will she make the grade?

  • Season 2 Episode 4: Action Therapy

    The 10-year-old is not impressed when dippy social worker Elaine uses a series of role-play and trust exercises called 'action therapy' in an attempt to get her and Cam talking : so with the help of other residents of the Dumping Ground, she sets up a council and goes on strike. Drama based on the book by award-winning writer Jacqueline Wilson

  • Season 2 Episode 3: Brothers

    Lol and Bouncer find the Dumping Ground's food lacks taste and decide to set up their own shop at the home, selling sugary snacks to the additive-hungry kids - but Tracey is put out and tries to get in on the act

  • Season 2 Episode 2: Bedsit

    The youngster starts a trend when she strikes out on her own and sets up her own bedsit

  • Season 2 Episode 1: Back and Bad

    After setting fire to Cam's kitchen, Tracy lands back at the Dumping Ground with a bang. Reunited with arch-enemy Justine Littlewood, she soon finds things have changed while she's been away - but it's not long before the new faces at the home are shown what it really means to be bad, the Beaker way

The Story of Tracy Beaker: Season 1 (2002)

  • Season 1 Episode 11: Dumping Ground Virus

    A mystery virus confines everyone to bed - but Elaine the Pain's efforts to play Florence Nightingale prompt Tracy to get up and save the day

  • Season 1 Episode 10: Cam's Place

    Tracy has a blazing argument with Elaine and is banished to the Quiet Room until she apologises, and tries to find a man for Cam, believing married couples can foster earlier

  • Season 1 Episode 9: Bad Peter

    Arch-enemies Tracy and Louise unite to fight against Dumping Ground rules and win the right to go on a sleepover, and the arrival of a temporary care worker leads to mischief. Drama based on the book by award-winning writer Jacqueline Wilson

  • Season 1 Episode 8: 1000 Words About Tracy

    The adventures of an irrepressible foster child as she meets the world head-on, desperately seeking a loving home. Based on the books by award-winning writer Jacqueline Wilson

  • Season 1 Episode 7: Never Ever Wanna See Him Again

    Tracy upsets Justine, who appears to be forgiving, but she might not be behaving honestly

  • Season 1 Episode 6: The Truth Is Revealed

    School open evening approaches and Tracy has a cunning plan to stop her bad report being overheard by nagging social worker Elaine the Pain - she tricks Cam into turning up instead. Meanwhile, Peter receives a makeover

  • Season 1 Episode 5: Child of the Week

    The youngster looks to Cam for help in finding her mother and plans a fun day out with her friend

  • Season 1 Episode 4: Cam's First Visit

    A writer is coming to the Dumping Ground, so Tracy sets out to make a good impression - and succeeds

  • Season 1 Episode 3: Sneaking in Ben

    Tracy attempts to smuggle a boy into the children's home, and a game of cat-and-mouse begins. Dani Harmer and Luke Youngblood star

  • Season 1 Episode 2: Dares

    Tracy tries to reassert her position as top dog at the Dumping Ground by taking on new enemy Justine in a game of dare - which soon gets out of hand. Dani Harmer stars

  • Season 1 Episode 1: Tracy's Return

    Tracy returns to the Dumping Ground and finds she has a new rival in the form of Justine Littlewood - who has taken her bedroom and best friend

The Story of Tracy Beaker: Special

  • Doggie/Bridesmaid/Secrets & Lies/Music

    Four episodes. Tracy and Dolly find a stray dog and Justine gets upset about a very important dress. Lol plays detective to discover the care home's secrets and musical fever takes over the Dumping Ground

The Story of Tracy Beaker: Double-Bill (2003 - 2005)

  • Alien/Bad Girls

    Double-bill. A mysterious stranger arrives, and Tracy wants to be part of Amber's gang but has to prove herself in an initiation test

  • Back and Bad/Bedsit

    Double bill. Tracy sets fire to Cam's kitchen before landing back at the Dumping Ground with a bang. She is soon reunited with arch-enemy Justine Littlewood, but finds things have changed while she has been away - and it is not long before she starts a disruptive trend by setting up her own bedsit

  • Bad Girls / Big Fight

    The adventures of an irrepressible foster child as she meets the world head-on, desperately seeking a loving home. Based on the books by award-winning writer Jacqueline Wilson

  • Brothers/Action Therapy

    Double bill. Lol and Bouncer find the Dumping Ground's food lacks taste and decide to open their own shop at the home. Elaine sets Tracy a personal challenge of 'action therapy'

  • Caring and Sharing/Too Many Crooks

    Double bill. The kids are surprised by the dramatic reappearance of a familiar face. There is a thief on the loose in the Dumping Ground, and new girl Rebecca becomes a bitter rival for Justine

  • Cash Cows/Telling Tales

    Double bill. The Dumping Ground kids think they have hit the jackpot when they discover Wolfie's secret, and are grounded for causing too much mischief - even by their standards

  • Chantal's Goodbye/Free Piggy

    Double bill. Life in the Dumping Ground may never be the same again when the Wellards' unity is thrown into jeopardy, while Elaine's open day is ruined by a runaway pig and Tracy falls out with Cam yet again. Drama, starring Dani Harmer

  • Christmas/Quiz

    Double bill. Christmas comes early to the Dumping Ground and Tracy goes quiz crazy with her friends

  • Democracy/The Snake

    Double bill. Elaine helps Bouncer get ready to move to a halfway house and gives the other kids a lesson in independence by allowing them to run the Dumping Ground. The Wellards' pet snake goes missing, prompting the children to believe it has swallowed Marco

  • Doggie/Bridesmaid

    Double-bill. When Dolly is upset by a stray dog found roaming the corridors of the Dumping Ground, Tracy puts forward a proposal to foster him. Justine's dad prepares to get married, but doesn't know how to choose a bridesmaid's dress for his daughter. Danielle Harmer stars

  • A Dog's Life/Whodunit?

    Double bill. A surprise visitor threatens to steal the limelight from the Dumping Ground children just as they think they have found the perfect foster parents. Everybody falls under suspicion when Elaine finally gets her comeuppance. Dani Harmer stars

  • Family Tree/The Long Goodbye

    Double bill. A project prompts the children to think about their backgrounds, while Louise meets a potential new foster family

  • The Finishing Line/Dear Dad

    Double bill. Jackie's grandad dies, and the grown-ups decide to save her more heartache by sorting out the funeral arrangements - but Tracy finds she must intervene to give him a fitting send-off. Meanwhile, Crash thinks he may have found a kindred spirit when he learns Rio's father has a criminal past

  • Frankelainestein/Tracy's Fantasy

    Double bill. Marco has a tough time on Mother's Day, while Elaine the Pain undergoes a scary transformation. Tracy begins to see things in a new light when life in the Dumping Ground is turned upside-down

  • Genius at Work/Nathan's Assessment

    Double bill. Tracy gets a spot of artistic inspiration and Nathan ends up in trouble over his training as a care worker

  • Get Lost/Home & Hosed

    Double bill. Tracy meets Ben's aunt and uncle and later finds herself with a decision to make about her future

  • Hollywood/Home Truths

    Double-bill. Tracy and Dolly inspire a new movie-making trend at the Dumping Ground by announcing they want to be adopted by a Hollywood couple. Tracy is then challenged to last a day without telling a lie - but ends up revealing a string of truths that get her into trouble with the other residents

  • Independence Day/The Beaker Witch Project

    Double bill. Lol befriends a new kid who's keen on SAS survival techniques, and tries to pick up a few tips in case he ever finds himself without Bouncer to protect him. Cam takes Tracy and the others on a camping trip in the woods - but they soon end up fearing for each other's safety

  • Just Desserts/Mind Your Own Business

    Double-bill. Bouncer finds his new Saturday job isn't as wonderful as he hoped. Tracy plots revenge against Louise's boyfriend and Jackie worries about Grandpa Jack's visit to the Dumping Ground. Danielle Harmer stars

  • Life Is a Cabaret/Temper, Temper

    Double bill. In a special musical episode, Tracy has a blazing row with Cam, prompting her to consider moving back to the Dumping Ground. Crash and the other children hatch a scheme to get their own back on the Wellards - by showering them with unexpected kindness. Dani Harmer and Darragh Mortell star

  • Rebel Without a Clue/The Long Run

    Double bill. The children get a new social worker, who turns out to be not as nice as they first thought, and Cam ropes Sid into appearing in her play. Jackie is offered an athletics scholarship, but spends the day helping Tracy spend a windfall, while the other kids try to find grandparents of their own. Starring Dani Harmer, Lisa Coleman and Vincenzo Pellegrino

  • Roxy the Rock/We're Off the Map Now

    Double bill. Roxy finally has a huge showdown with Tracy - but since she's already argued with her siblings, there is nobody to back her up. Jackie and Bouncer leave the Dumping Ground

  • Scary Milly/Life Coach

    Double bill. The kids think the Dumping Ground has been cursed by an evil spirit, and suspicion soon falls on a mysterious new arrival. Crash receives bad news, and Jackie returns

  • Secrets and Lies/Music

    Double-bill. Lol worries he and his brother will be split up, so turns super-spy in a bid to find out the truth. Tracy takes up the saxophone, and it is not long before the dumping ground is rocking to her music

  • Spare Dad/Operation Careworker

    Double bill. A new care worker is needed for the Dumping Ground, and the kids are determined to have a say in who gets the job. Crash is forced to confront his worst fears, but his friends are on hand to help him out

  • Takeover/Day Trip

    Double bill. Tracy decides to organise Cam's life for her when she falls ill, and the children leave the city for an action-packed trip to the countryside. Dani Harmer and Lisa Coleman star

  • Two-Timing Adele/Ben's Party

    Double bill. Adele's complicated love life gets a helping hand from Tracy and Ben throws a party, hoping to prove he is not boring

  • Work/Big Fight

    Double bill. Bouncer and Amber are caught up in the world of work, so Tracy decides it's time she earned some money of her own. A fall-out prompts a bout of wrestling between the boys. Drama, starring Danielle Harmer

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