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- 22/05/26
Update from the Head - 22nd May 2026
We have reached May half term and it is a good feeling. It was very cold at the start of the week although it does now seem to be warming up in time for half term which is nice. Water Bottles Please do remind you child to bring a water bottle after May half term. After half term disposable cup...Read Full Story - 22/05/26
DofE Gold at the Palace
It was a day to celebrate the Duke of Edinburghs Award in its 70th yearRead Full Story - 22/05/26
- 20/05/26
Pond Conservation
Pupils from the Eco Club have been working on a pond on the school siteRead Full Story - 20/05/26
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Can you help?
Up until a few days ago, we had successfully arranged work placements for 100% of Year 10 students. Unfortunately, over the last few days, several placements have fallen through, and we are now urgently looking for alternative placements for these pupils. Please do share.Read Full Story - 19/05/26
Year 10 Bristol trip
Over 100 Geographers in Year 10 took a trip to Bristol on MondayRead Full Story - 19/05/26
- 15/05/26
Update from the Head - 15th May 2026
Isn’t it great news that Leeds United’s Premier League status was assured last weekend? We can all now look forward to following their fortunes next season. All is well at Balcarras…here is our brief update on the week… Vacancies We are looking for Teaching Assistants...Read Full Story - 15/05/26
New House Captains Appointed
On Thursday evening our House Captains for 2026-27 were officially appointed. Mr Burke oversaw the official ceremony in the Maths Vestibule. After a short speech Mr Burke invited each pair of new House Captains to unveil the Honour Board with their names on. The House Captains are: Foley: Alex...Read Full Story - 15/05/26
Vacancies for TAs and a PE Teacher
Click here for all the information about these vacancies,Read Full Story - 11/05/26
- 11/05/26
Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts
We are all so proud of Balcarras Chamber Choir and Cantabile, who recently wowed the audience and the adjudicator (Mr Andrew Padmore) at the 100th Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts at Cheltenham Town Hall! Chamber Choir first of all performed in Japanese (‘Murasame No’ – T...Read Full Story - 08/05/26
Update from the Head - 8th May 2026
I can’t tell you what a brilliant week it has been at Balcarras. There has been so much going on and I have gone out of my way to try to sample as much of it as I could. I enjoy the busyness of school life and I love the rich variety of things that pupils get involved with from poetry to busin...Read Full Story - 07/05/26
Teacher of PE - maternity contract
We are looking for a PE teacher for one year to cover a maternity contract. All the information can be found on the Balcarras Trust website, click here.Read Full Story - 07/05/26
Balcarras wins attendance award
Balcarras has once again won a 5 Star Award for our attendance. In the Spring term the school's attendance was in the top 10% of schools nationally. Well done everyone!Read Full Story - 06/05/26
BALCARRAS STUDENTS TRIUMPH AT SOUTH WEST YOUNG ENTERPRISE FINAL
Best overall company success for YE team in Year 12Read Full Story - 06/05/26
Balcarras Pupils Shine at Cheltenham Poetry Slam
On Tuesday evening 4 Balcarras pupils performed at the Cheltenham Education Partnership’s Poetry Slam. The pupils have been attending a poetry workshop and this event allowed all of them to perform their final poem. 7 other schools sent young poets to the event which was held at the Parabola A...Read Full Story - 06/05/26
FULL MARKS FOR GITEP
Balcarras is delighted that the Gloucestershire Initial Teacher Education Partnership has achieved a superb OFSTED report. GITEP, which trains some 100 teachers every year was rated Strong in every area by OFSTED during their recent inspection. Our Headteacher Dominic Burke is the Chair of GITEP and...Read Full Story - 01/05/26
Update from the Head - 1st May 2026
Happy May Day to you all—isn’t it great that we have reached summer’s gateway. It’s been a good week at Balcarras with plenty going on. Alas it wasn’t to be for Leeds in the FA Cup. Ah well life goes on! House Captain Thank you On Monday I had tea and cookies with...Read Full Story