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- 16/12/22
Singin' in the Rain
LAUGHTER IN THE RAIN Singin’ in the Rain Balcarras School, Cheltenham 8th & 9th December 2022 It’s 1927, and cinema is undergoing a revolution. The Jazz Singer is making headlines as the first motion picture to feature spoken dialogue. Silent films are rapidly becoming ob...Read Full Story - 13/12/22
BALCARRAS STAFF ENGAGE IN STERLING EFFORT TO CLEAR THE SNOW!
On Monday about 25 staff spent 6 hours clearing the site of snow. As a campus school Balcarras has miles of footpaths all of which were cleared by our staff donning shovels and spades. Here are some photos of the team in action…Read Full Story - 12/12/22
Ben's flag on its way to Antarctica
Ben Houghton won the Geography departments competition and as a result his design of a flag for Antarctica is now going to be unveiled by a scientist at the South pole.Read Full Story - 12/12/22
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Sixth Form Extension Consultation
Click here to read the proposal and complete the questionnaire concerning the consultation. Sixth Form Extension Proposal Consultation Meeting 4pm – 6pm Weds 18th January 2023 3rd January 2023 Balcarras is holding a consultation meeting on Weds 18th January 2023, from 4pm to 6pm...Read Full Story - 08/12/22
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Christmas decorations competitions
The tech department have launched an interschool competition for pupils, and they are also selling Christmas decorations to raise money for the 'Gloucestershire Bundles Christmas Appeal'Read Full Story - 05/12/22
Wonderful concert gets everyone in the Christmas mood!
On Wednesday 30th November Balcarras held our annual Christmas Carol Concert at Holy Apostles Church. It was great to see this wonderful venue packed to the rafters for a terrific community occasion. Almost two hours of music and reading just flew by and it was lovely for those of us in the aud...Read Full Story - 05/12/22
PROMISING YOUNG TEAM OUTGUN LOCAL RIVALS
The Year 7 Hockey Team have followed in the footsteps of the Under 16 team by progressing to the Regional Finals. Our girls were in fine form as they stormed through the District Tournament emerging from the group stage undefeated before beating Dean Close in the semi-final and losing the final on f...Read Full Story - 30/11/22
Balcarras Staff Master Mince Pie Making!
On Tuesday 29th November about 25 Balcarras staff took part in the annual mince pie making for the Christmas Carol concert on Wednesday 30th November. This long standing Balcarras tradition has been organised by Mrs Saunders for many, many years. Some long-standing stalwarts such as Mr Dav...Read Full Story - 29/11/22
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Swap shop 2nd Dec
Tired of fast fashion? But want to refresh your wardrobe? Come along to the swap shop.Read Full Story - 22/11/22
Free school meals - holiday vouchers
Dear Parent, Carer, Gloucestershire County Council would like to make you aware of the Holiday Free School Meal voucher scheme that is currently being offeredto families in Gloucestershire. This winter holiday period, Gloucestershire County Council are providing vouchers to elig...Read Full Story - 21/11/22
BRILLIANT UNDER 16S HOCKEY TEAM SO CLOSE TO REACHING NATIONAL FINAL
On Tuesday 15th November the Under 16s Hockey Team competed in the Southwest Regional Hockey Finals held at Clifton College in Bristol. Our girls played superbly well in winning qualification from the group stage and securing a 1-0 victory in the semi-final over Mount Kelly School...Read Full Story - 16/11/22
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Odd sock day for Anti Bullying week
Thank you to all students that came to school on Monday 14/11/22 wearing their odd socks. This event runs as part of the anti-bullying week initiative and this years theme is 'Reach Out'.Read Full Story - 15/11/22
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