Waterloo Road 2006
What is Waterloo Road?
Waterloo Road is a British television drama series that first broadcast on BBC One on 9 March 2006. The series is set in a comprehensive school of the same name and examines the professional and personal lives of the students and staff.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2006
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 254
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Mar 9, 2006
- Last aired
- Jan 27, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Waterloo Road is a British television drama series that first broadcast on BBC One on 9 March 2006. The series is set in a comprehensive school of the same name and examines the professional and personal lives of the students and staff. It initially ran until 9 March 2015, and was later recommissioned in 2021, resuming on 9 January 2023. The show was created by Maureen Chadwick and Ann McManus and features a cast including Philip Martin Brown, Jason Done, Chelsee Healey, and Adam Thomas. The series explores the challenges and complexities of life at the school, including affairs, scandals, and changes in leadership. The show's title shares a name with a historical battle, but the series itself is focused on the lives of the school community. The original and new series are available together on BBC One.
Should you watch it?
“A turbulent school setting drives intense drama among students and staff.”
- Sharp writing
- Strong character development
- Tackles serious social issues
- Can be emotionally heavy
- Frequent cast changes
You enjoy British school-based dramas with complex interpersonal storylines.
Suitable for mature teens and adults due to strong themes and situations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Mar 9, 2006
- E2 Episode 2 Mar 16, 2006
- E3 Episode 3 Mar 23, 2006
- E4 Episode 4 Mar 30, 2006
- E5 Episode 5 Apr 6, 2006
- E6 Episode 6 Apr 13, 2006
- E7 Episode 7 Apr 20, 2006
- E8 Episode 8 Apr 27, 2006
Season 2 · 12 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 18, 2007
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 25, 2007
- E3 Episode 3 Feb 1, 2007
- E4 Episode 4 Feb 8, 2007
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 15, 2007
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 22, 2007
- E7 Episode 7 Mar 1, 2007
- E8 Episode 8 Mar 29, 2007
- E9 Episode 9 Apr 5, 2007
- E10 Episode 10 Apr 12, 2007
- E11 Episode 11 Apr 19, 2007
- E12 Episode 12 Apr 26, 2007
Season 3 · 20 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 11, 2007
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 18, 2007
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 25, 2007
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 1, 2007
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 8, 2007
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 15, 2007
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 22, 2007
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 29, 2007
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 6, 2007
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 13, 2007
- E11 Episode 11 Jan 10, 2008
- E12 Episode 12 Jan 17, 2008
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 24, 2008
- E14 Episode 14 Jan 31, 2008
- E15 Episode 15 Feb 7, 2008
- E16 Episode 16 Feb 14, 2008
- E17 Episode 17 Feb 21, 2008
- E18 Episode 18 Feb 28, 2008
- E19 Episode 19 Mar 6, 2008
- E20 Episode 20 Mar 13, 2008
Season 4 · 20 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 7, 2009
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 14, 2009
- E3 Episode 3 Jan 21, 2009
- E4 Episode 4 Jan 28, 2009
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 4, 2009
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 11, 2009
- E7 Episode 7 Feb 18, 2009
- E8 Episode 8 Feb 25, 2009
- E9 Episode 9 Mar 4, 2009
- E10 Episode 10 Mar 11, 2009
- E11 Episode 11 Mar 18, 2009
- E12 Episode 12 Mar 25, 2009
- E13 Episode 13 Apr 1, 2009
- E14 Episode 14 Apr 8, 2009
- E15 Episode 15 Apr 15, 2009
- E16 Episode 16 Apr 22, 2009
- E17 Episode 17 Apr 29, 2009
- E18 Episode 18 May 6, 2009
- E19 Episode 19 May 13, 2009
- E20 Episode 20 May 20, 2009
Season 5 · 20 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 28, 2009
- E2 Episode 2 Nov 4, 2009
- E3 Episode 3 Nov 11, 2009
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 18, 2009
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 25, 2009
- E6 Episode 6 Dec 2, 2009
- E7 Episode 7 Dec 9, 2009
- E8 Episode 8 Dec 16, 2009
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 23, 2009
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 30, 2009
- E11 Episode 11 Apr 7, 2010
- E12 Episode 12 Apr 14, 2010
- E13 Episode 13 Apr 21, 2010
- E14 Episode 14 Apr 28, 2010
- E15 Episode 15 May 5, 2010
- E16 Episode 16 May 26, 2010
- E17 Episode 17 Jun 2, 2010
- E18 Episode 18 Jun 9, 2010
- E19 Episode 19 Jul 13, 2010
- E20 Episode 20 Jul 14, 2010
Frequently asked questions
Is the show based on a real school?
No, Waterloo Road is a fictional school, though it reflects real educational challenges.
Why was the show cancelled and revived?
The original run ended in 2015, and it returned in 2023 after a period off-air.
Where is the show set?
The show is set in a comprehensive school in the UK.
Who created the show?
It was created by Maureen Chadwick and Ann McManus.
Does it focus more on students or staff?
It balances both, exploring their personal and professional lives equally.