After years of racial segregation in a small Yorkshire town, two high schools integrate white and Pakistani students by combining into Ackley Bridge College. But the transition is far from easy for teachers and students alike. Headmistress Mandy clashes with her husband, PE teacher Steve and free-spirited English teacher Emma deals with her daughter showing up drunk to class. Troublemaker Jordan creates enemies by disparaging the school, while best friends Missy and Nasreen quarrel when vivacious Missy doesnât fit in with Nasreenâs conservative Muslim friends. Will Ackley Bridge unite the communityâor tear it apart? Tackling complex issues like racism, homophobia, and religious discrimination with clarity and compassion, this timely drama also provides a âvery funny insight into modern Britainâ. The excellent ensemble cast features Adil Ray, Anneika Rose, Arsher Ali, and Sunetra Sarker.