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- 12/03/26
- 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 - 01/05/26
FINAL DEBATE IS A CLASSIC!
The Sixth Form Debate Final 2026 was held in the Main Hall on Tuesday. It was an outstanding demonstration of debating, and a very fitting end to what has been a terrific season. The motion was a topical one: 'This House believes that it is time that the UK acknowledges that the Brit...Read Full Story - 30/04/26
- 24/04/26
Update from the Head - 24th April 2026
I hope you all had a lovely St George’s Day yesterday. I celebrated by having Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding in the canteen—it was jolly tasty. Here is a nice photo of the St George’s Cross flying at Balcarras against the backdrop of a cloudless sky. It has been lovely weather al...Read Full Story - 20/04/26
Second Hand Uniform Sale
There will be a second hand uniform sale on Thursday 23rd April from 5-6.45 pm in the canteen. Please see the map below. This is taking place during Year 7 parents evening but any parent is welcome to attend. We are happy to receive donations into school reception this week. Thank you. Balc...Read Full Story - 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
