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- 17/04/26
Update from the Head - 17th April 2026
I hope you all had a lovely Easter. I spent a few days in Anglesey, which is lovely, and then went to London to watch Leeds in the Quarter Final of the FA Cup. We almost snatched defeat from the jaws of victory, as only Leeds could, but somehow scraped home on penalties. Now onto the semi-fina...Read Full Story - 16/04/26
Vacancies for parent governors
April 2026 Dear Parents and Guardians, Become a Parent Governor – be an even bigger part of the Balcarras success story As you will undoubtably be aware, Balcarras is a very successful school. But that’s not by chance – it’s down to the hard work and dedication of ev...Read Full Story - 16/04/26
- 15/04/26
Fundraising Campaign raises £40,001 to celebrate 40 Years of Balcarras
Fundraising Campaign raises £40,001 to celebrate 40 Years of Balcarras Wow! Over £40,000 raised to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the school. We had a great couple of days at school, and a special mention to all of those pupils from across the school who helped out with...Read Full Story - 14/04/26
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- 14/04/26
Jasmine plays Bach
The latest musical video from the Balcarras Music department is now live on Youtube.Read Full Story - 14/04/26
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Sophie wins Photographer of the Year
Congratulations to Sophie who won the Gloucestershire Photgrapher of the Year awardRead Full Story - 27/03/26
House Match Results
It's been a busy week for House Sports this week. The results are on the website. Well done to everyone who took part. Badminton House Matches Year 7 1st Graveney 2nd- Selvey 3rd – Ottewell 4th- Foley Year 8& 9 1st Selvey 2nd- Graveney 3rd...Read Full Story - 27/03/26
Update from the Head - 27th March
I can’t tell you what a great feeling it is to reach Easter! Its been a lovely week—our birthday celebrations have begun and are detailed below. I’d like to thank the parent community for your generosity in supporting our fundraising efforts. I would also like to thank the PTFA who...Read Full Story - 26/03/26
40th anniversary winners
Thank you to all the pupils who contributed to the “Bake off”. It was so wonderful to see them all on display at the Tea Party. Here are just a selection of all the amazing themed cakes. Thank you to the judges! We are delighted to announce the winners are: Ellen - KS3 Alic...Read Full Story - 25/03/26
Wednesday lunchtime update
We have raised £6,190 already today thanks to everyone who have already donated! Check out our donor wall https://balcarras.hubbub.net/donor-wall/ A reminder that tickets are available for the concert tonight (7pm) on Scopay. It will also be possible to pay on the door. Pl...Read Full Story - 25/03/26
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- 23/03/26
Year 7 Careers Fair
On Thursday 19 March, we held our very first Year 7 Careers Fair as part of our Personal Development programme. We invited parents of Year 7 and 8 pupils to host stalls and share their career journeys.Read Full Story - 22/03/26
Pupils win Robot Perfomance award
Lets go to Lego prize, Year 7 to 9 win Gloucester league robotics eventRead Full Story - 20/03/26
Update from the Head - 20th March 2026
Another week flies by. There is a real intensity and pace about these short terms—in one way I like it because it means it’s not long before the next break—in another I don’t because I sometimes struggle to know what day it is! Today is Friday and I’m pleased about that...Read Full Story - 20/03/26
Zac's 44 Legacy Match
There will be a Memorial Rugby Match in memory of Zac Summers-Cameron on Saturday 4th April at Old Pats. The day will feature a memorial rugby match kicking off at 2:30pm, alongside live music, two bars open throughout the day, a variety of food options, and activit...Read Full Story - 18/03/26
Young Enterprise team win Final
Balcarras Year 12 pupils are successful at YE finals this weekRead Full Story - 18/03/26
Activities Week breaking news....Matilda tickets now available
ACTIVITIES WEEK 2026...Please can I ask that you complete the forms over the weekend would be great, but definitely by midweek next week. PLEASE NOTE: We have secured some tickets for MATILDA THE MUSICAL IN BIRMINGHAM WITH SHOPPING....NOW LIVE ON OUR SYSTEM. This includes A FREE IC...Read Full Story