5×01: The Rivers Sisters Return
The Rivers Sisters return to Malory Towers where many changes abound. To begin with Darrell is now Head of Games, and Mary Lou is now Head of Lower Form. Meanwhile the second year form is joined by newcomer Josephine Jones, more commonly known as Jo. However Jo’s father has raised her to be a rebel that attracts others, and when she befriends Felicity it is Felicity that has a hard time saying no and following the rules.
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5×02: Monitor Strike
When Gwen gets a little too demanding of her monitor and begins to cost her personal time, the Second Form decides to go on strike until a fair and balanced resolution can be made. Meanwhile a set of broken pipes leads Darrell to the knowledge that it’s Miss Grayling’s 25th year as head of the school, but it also leads to her learning what happened to Miss Grayling when she was previously engaged.
5×03: The Circus
When Josephine and Felicity run into a dog that can do tricks in the woods, they learn the circus is in town. Josephine promises Felicity that she’ll be able to see them perform, but Matron forbids it. Seeing no other option Josephine goes to Miss Grayling and loosely interprets her words to say it’s ok for the circus to visit Malory Towers. The chaos upon their arrival could cause unforeseen problems none of them expect though.
Ella Bright does not appear in this episode
5×04: The Beautiful Game
A big football match is coming up for the boys, but an injury takes out their star striker. Clarissa proves to be good enough to fill-in, but first she must convince everyone she’s a boy. And if she’s caught, grand consequences could await as girls have been forbidden from playing football despite how unfair it may be.
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5×05: The Pocket Money
Some letters arrive with pocket money for some of the girls, but as usual pocket money must be handed in to Matron. Josephine has her own plans though and once again refuses to turn in it. Meanwhile Mr. Parker lets the girls out of their lessons to have a practice because his baby hasn’t been sleeping well, but Josephine wants to skip out and send Fred to get treats with her pocket money, though she must avoid Matron’s greyhound senses if she’s to succeed.
5×06: The Fugitives
After Josephine accidentally took 9 pounds instead of 5, her and Connie fear being arrested and decide to go on the run. The only problem is the rest of the girls think they’ve gone to confess to Miss Grayling, so none of them are aware they’ve gone missing or that any number of accidents could occur to them.
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5×07: The Babysitter
When Mr. Parker’s wife gets called away unexpectedly to London he requires Gwen to watch his daughter while he does test prep in the afternoon. The only problem is Gwen has arranged a date with Ron, who has temporarily returned from sea. Ron teaches Gwen the basics on raising a baby, but when Gwen runs away to change after a burping accident she accidentally leaves the baby with Felicity, who is supposed to be doing cross country tryouts. The only way Felicity can escape is if Matron intervenes.
5×08: The Malory Oak
Mr. Murray’s quest to locate the hidden chamber of Malory Towers takes him to the Malory Oak. However when he reveals that the Malory Oak might have to be chopped down to access the chamber, June freaks out. Meanwhile Josephine accidentally pours some juice on Felicity’s sheets which leads Matron to call for a second form dorm inspection. When Josephine mentions that it is hard keeping their dorm clean, Matron decides to ask Mr. Parker to help her teach the girls what hard work is truly all about.
Ella Bright does not appear in this episode
5×09: The Unexpected Visitor
Mamzelle drops a surprise vocabulary quiz on the girls of the second form after Matron suspects they are going to prank the fifth form. After seeing the girls ambition, Mamzelle begins to wonder how she can prank the second form girls. Meanwhile Susan gets an unexpected visitor when her mom returns from being abroad, but the news she brings could be the worst news for Susan to consider.
Ella Bright does not appear in this episode
5×10: The Race
The big race is almost upon us, and Felicity’s practice hits an all-time high. However Darrell begins to wonder if she’s working too hard, which could result in injury. Meanwhile Matron worries as she is getting called away to her sister’s wedding, but before she can leave she must first find a replacement Matron to assist for a few weeks.
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5×11: The New Matron
A nit outbreak in the North Tower forces Nurse Jane to have to check all the girls in the West Tower for lice, but Darrell suspects Nurse Jane is not all she seems to be when she can’t handle the most basic functions the Matron does. At the same time Darrell is conspiring to sneak out and attend lacrosse tryouts with a weak ankle, but doing so might make things worse for her in the long run.
5×12: The Maypole
Sally and Darrell suspect Nurse Jane is hiding something, so they begin their own investigation that will have some surprising results. Elsewhere Jo accidentally releases the rubber ducks used for the annual Malory Towers fair in the stream. After the group is unable to recover them the second form is tasked with coming up with a new activity for them to oversee, leading to the revival of the maypole dance and its unusual actions.
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5×13: The Investigation
Darrell learns the truth about Nurse Jane. Before she can inform anyone about the truth though Matron returns. Matron ends up knowing Nurse Jane, but what exactly is their past relationship, and is it any danger for the Malory Towers girls?
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5×14: The Penalty
Ruth’s academic results prove to be so high that Mr. Parker and Miss Grayling ask her to consider taking a test that would move her up a whole form at the end of the year. At the same time Josephine’s marks are low enough that she could be held back if something doesn’t change. And behind the scenes the Second Form girls consider entering a football contest that would allow them to save George the Donkey.
Ella Bright does not appear in this episode
5×15: The Dream
Gwen works with the Second Form girls to try to form a chorus for the upcoming school play, but Josephine’s ability to sing is lacking and makes Gwen question if any of them are worthy of being in the play. Meanwhile Felicity must decide if she wants to be in the school play or if she should help Darrell continue to recover from her injury.
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5×16: The Birthday Surprise
Ruth and Connie celebrate their birthday, but Josephine begins to wonder why the two always celebrate together instead of doing their own separate celebrations. Meanwhile when a mysterious camera comes with their gifts everyone begins to wonder if it was really for the twins. Connie breaks a promise to wait to take pictures, but it ends up being meant for Mr. Murray who could end up exposing an unexpected prank.
Ella Bright does not appear in this episode
5×17: The Challenge
Darrell reclaims her position as game captain right before the Inter-Tower Race is supposed to take place. However Alicia has placed new obstacles on the course, and Darrell isn’t sure her rehabilitated ankle will be able to handle it. Meanwhile Susan and Ruth suspect Mr. Murray is hiding things from them, and they are determined to find out what it is even if it reveals him as a fraud.
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5×18: The Poison Pen
Gwen’s ambition to make the play successful gets a little out of control and causes some of the actors to start rebelling, including Josephine and Felicity. Meanwhile June and Connie help Jean with the backdrops needed for the play. Making things worse the wind has blown part of the stage away, meaning no one can get a feel for the stage.
Ella Bright does not appear in this episode
5×19: The Last Letter
After Josephine gets a poison letter causing her to want to quit the show, Gwen is determined to find the culprit and bring them before Miss Grayling. Meanwhile Susan and Ruth get some ideas from Mr. Parker on how the poem he provided could reveal the hidden chamber they’re all looking for.
Ella Bright does not appear in this episode
5×20: The Chamber
Susan and Ruth discover the hidden chamber, but when Ruth gets stuck in the hidden chamber Susan is forced to fetch Mr. Murray to help her escape. However Mr. Murray has his own intentions and wants the treasures in the chamber for himself, forcing Darrell to try to come up with a way to stop him. Meanwhile it is the day of the play. The school Presidents, all the staff, and multiple parents will be attending. The numbers cause Felicity to develop stage fright. Can Gwen help her overcome it?