Overview

• Channel 4’s Educating Yorkshire returned on 31 August after more than a decade, revisiting Thornhill Community Academy.
• The first episode centered on Amy, a Year 8 pupil recently diagnosed with Tourette’s over the summer, as she navigated anxiety and low self-esteem.
• During a Wellbeing Hub check-in, Amy said she could not name anything positive about herself, underscoring the mental-health focus of the episode.
• A fallout with friend Millie was calmed through mediation by student manager Mr Wilson, reflecting the school’s pastoral approach.
• Viewers posted widespread messages of encouragement for Amy, and series boss Kate Walker said families previewed their contributions and approved them with support in place.