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- 18/10/24
Opportunity to purchase Sports Photos
2023-2024 was a fantastically successful year for sport at Balcarras. The teams seemed to just keep winning and winning. All the pupils involved should feel very proud of their achievements. These photos were taken back in July. Do you remember how sunny it was? We ha...Read Full Story - 17/10/24
Chinese Students visit
Year 10 pupils and Balcarras school welcomed 23 Chinese students over the last fortnightRead Full Story - 16/10/24
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- 15/10/24
Year 7 trip to Cheltenham Literature Festival
On Tuesday 8th October, we were delighted to have the opportunity to take a group of year 7s to the Literature Festival. This was a rewards trip, and it was lovely to be able to recognise those pupils who have made a really positive start to their learning in English at Balcarras. The...Read Full Story - 15/10/24
BRILLIANT BALCARRAS STORM TO VICTORY IN THE COUNTY HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP
Congratulations to the Under 13 Girls Hockey team on a fabulous performance at the County Hockey Championships. Balcarras claimed the trophy and remained unbeaten throughout. Well done to everyone involved.Read Full Story - 14/10/24
Cheltenham Literature Festival
On Friday 11th October, a group of 25 A-Level English Literature students visited the Cheltenham Literature Festival. Our first event was a talk by David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day, You Are Here and Starter for Ten. He spoke brilliantly about his life and career...Read Full Story - 11/10/24
Rob Dundas - a tribute from Balcarras
The school was very sad to hear news that Rob Dundas has passed away. Mr Dundas worked on the site team at Balcarras from 2007 to 2017. He also led Badminton in the school until September last year. Rob was incredibly hard working and used his knowledge as a builder to great affect for the school...Read Full Story - 10/10/24
Geographers win the debate
Year 13 Geographers took part in, and won a debate between schools in Cheltenham, as part of the Cheltenham Education Partnership.Read Full Story - 09/10/24
A-level Gold Award
We are in the Top 25% of schools and colleges! Our 2024 exam results place you in the top 25% of schools and colleges for value-added progress!Read Full Story - 09/10/24
GCSE Platinum Award
We are in the Top 10% of schools and colleges! Our 2024 exam results place us in the top 10% of schools and colleges for value-added progress!Read Full Story - 09/10/24
2024 Careers Fair
The 2024 Careers fair was a very busy event with over 60 exhibitors including Universities, Colleges, Apprenticeship Providers, local and national businesses We would like to hear from any parents or carers who feel they may be able to contribute to our careers as detailed below: If you...Read Full Story - 01/10/24
We are recruiting!
We are looking for Teaching Assistants and for a Drama teacher to cover a maternity contract. All the information can be found on the Balcarras Trust website - click here to see further information,Read Full Story - 26/09/24
Selvey win House music and Cross Country
The first of the years inter house competitions took place this week.Read Full Story - 24/09/24
- 24/09/24
GCSE and Year 11 Mock timetable November 2024
All the information can be found by clicking here.Read Full Story - 20/09/24
PTFA Comedy Night
Friday 11th October 2024 Balcarras Comedy Club Fundraiser, Balcarras School, Cheltenham 8pm Age 18+ We bring the best of the UK stand-up comedy circuit to the Balcarras School Theatre! These fundraising gigs always SELL OUT. It’s first come, first served. When tick...Read Full Story - 15/09/24
Vacancy - Training Course Administrator
We are looking to recruit an administrator to support our work with GITEP. Please click here for further details.Read Full Story - 11/09/24
