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  • 04/11/24
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    Record numbers for Bikeability

    Year 8 pupils have just taken part in a Bikeability course
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  • 29/10/24
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    PTFA Comedy Night - March 2025

    Tickets are on sale already for the next PTFA Comedy Night on Friday 7th March. Please click here to buy tickets.
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  • 25/10/24
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    Come and support Balcarras Pupils!

    Please come and support Balcarras pupils performing at Dunkertons. The link to purchase tickets can be found by clicking here.
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  • 22/10/24
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    Important information about certificates

    Please click here to find out about exam certificates.
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  • 22/10/24
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    Are you interested in a Career in Teaching?

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  • 21/10/24
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    Teacher of Maths

    We are looking for a Teacher of Maths. All the information can be found on the Balcarras Trust website by clicking here.
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  • 18/10/24
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    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...
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  • 17/10/24
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    Chinese Students visit

    Year 10 pupils and Balcarras school welcomed 23 Chinese students over the last fortnight
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  • 16/10/24
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    U13 win county Hockey

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  • 16/10/24
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    History week

    The 4th November is the start of Balcarras History week
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  • 15/10/24
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    Latest newsletter

    Click here to see a copy of our latest newsletter.
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  • 15/10/24
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    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...
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  • 15/10/24
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    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. 
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  • 14/10/24
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    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...
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  • 11/10/24
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    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...
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  • 10/10/24
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    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.
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  • 09/10/24
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    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!
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  • 09/10/24
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    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!
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  • 09/10/24
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    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...
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  • 01/10/24
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    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,
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