Rachel and Eddie are left glowing when Waterloo Road receives an encouraging report from the school inspectors, but hidden truths come to light as the day unfolds. Earl, Maxine and Steph are threatened by tragedy.

Rob gives Bolton some mystery pills to calm his match day nerves, while the Kellys are made homeless, forcing Marley to make a deal with Ralph Mellor. And Eddie is sent reeling after learning not only Melissa's secret, but Rachel's as well...