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Manchester Metropolitan University Languages Experience Day
In January, a group of our Year 10 GCSE Spanish students, enjoyed a successful visit to Manchester Metropolitan University. The day gave them a valuable insight into what studying languages at university is like and how languages are used in the wider world.
GCSE French Film Study Morning at HOME Manchester
On Tuesday 20th January 2026, our GCSE French students took part in a Film Study Morning at HOME Manchester.
Bishop of Burnley visits Balshaw's
In February 2026, we were delighted to welcome the Rt. Rev. Dr, Joe Kennedy, Bishop of Burnley to Balshaw's.
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National Year of Reading - The Great Gatsby
As part of the National Year of Reading, we will be sharing extracts from some of the most powerful novels with our students.
National Year of Reading - Book Reviews
To celebrate the National Year of Reading, we will be regularly publishing student book reviews.
Remembering Barry Sanderson (1946-1996) who died 12th February 1996
The 12th of February 1996 will always be remembered as one of the saddest days in the history of Balshaw’s CE High School. Barry Sanderson, Head of Clayton House and a teacher of Maths, collapsed and died whilst teaching a Year 10 class.
Balshaw’s Darts Club Hits the Bullseye for Maths Engagement!
Balshaw’s High School has launched Balshaw’s Darts Club, an exciting initiative led by the school’s Maths teaching staff to boost numeracy and strengthen engagement with mathematics beyond the curriculum.
Maths Live Trip to Disney 2026!
On Saturday 31st of January, a group of Year 9 students and staff set off on an exciting adventure to Paris for the Maths Disney Live event!
U16s Boys' Basketball Team Progress
Our Under 16s boys’ Basketball were in action in Lancashire cup on Friday 30th January against Ribblesdale High School.
Bedrock Achievements - January 2026
Congratulations to Mrs Dudley and Mr Duckworth’s English group (8D) who are BEDROCK ACHIEVEMENT CHAMPIONS for January 2026.
U14 Girls' Football Team Lancashire Cup Progress
On Wednesday 28th January, our Under 14's girls' football team played in the Lancashire Cup.
Holocaust Memorial Day Service
On Tuesday 27th January, we were privileged to once again be invited to form part of the commemorations regarding Holocaust Memorial Day.