Description
Balcarras School is leading State Secondary school in Cheltenham. This is a Non-selective school for kids age 11 to 18 years. Gender - Mixed
The aim at Balcarras is simple: we want this to be one of the very best schools in the country. We aim to ensure that our students receive a better education here than they would at any other school, be it comprehensive, grammar or independent. To this end we were delighted recently to win The Sunday Times Southwest State School of the Decade Award. They pride ourselves that this is a school where every individual is valued and feels safe, where all students are inspired not only to do their best but to expand their horizons, and where everyone involved in school life feels a great sense of pride and enjoyment at being part of this community.
Facilities
Curriculum
The organisation of the curriculum and our approach to teaching and learning allows every child to flourish. We believe that our curriculum should inspire pupils to become curious, confident, independent thinkers who go on to be happy and successful in society.
Sixth Form
The Sixth form is built around 2 core elements: Academic Excellence An Enjoyable and Enriching Experience, In addition to this, a range of other relevant resources are available on our website, including an overview of post-16 progress and attainment at Balcarras, a range of short films introducing each subject we offer at A-level
Features
- Ofsted Rating:
outstanding
Things to note
EXTRA CURRICULAR
Balcarras offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities. They firmly believe that students benefit greatly from being involved in activities beyond the curriculum and that this helps to develop character, promote cohesion and encourages students to consider themselves as part of the community.
Extra Curricular
Please check the school website link for details.
5.65 miles
