Here are our news articles. We hope that you enjoy reading them.
We are always happy to publish articles about our current and former students.
Please contact Mrs Coles (a.coles@balshaws.org.uk) if you would be interested in having an article on our website.
Thank you.
Year 7 Skipton Castle and Bolton Abbey Trip
On Thursday 17th July, 45 Year 7 History students had a day exploring the wonderful historic Skipton Castle.
Battlefields 2025
On Wednesday 9th July, the annual trip to the WW1 Battlefields began. The group consisted of Year 9 & 10 students and they were accompanied by Mr Shannon, Mr Riley, Mr Tilley, Miss Haggitt and Mrs Stewart.
Our Amazing Art Exhibition - 2025
In July 2025, we held our amazing summer Art exhibition.

Year 10 Win the Educake Freddo Friday Competition!
Year 10 Win the Educake Freddo Friday Competition!

Harriet's Great Gymnastics!
We are incredibly proud of Harriet, in Year 7, who has recently taking part in the World Gymnastics Championships in Las Vegas.
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Summer Safety Posters
As a follow up to the Water Safety assemblies delivered to students by Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service and the Year 7 PSHE lessons on Water Safety, we would like all parents/carers to read the following messages Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service shared, regarding water safety and discuss them with your children.

Embedding Formative Assessment
We would like to share our commitment to improving teaching and learning through formative assessment after completing a two year project.

Amazing Drama Creations!
In Year 7 Drama, we have been studying the roles and responsibilities in the theatre, looking at technical theatre and the jobs, careers and opportunities that aren't just on the stage.
Abi's Golfing Success
We are very proud of Abi, in Year 9, as she continues with her golfing achievements.
Another Amazing BMX Year for Finley!
Once again, we are incredibly proud of Finley, in Year 10, who we know has been really dedicated to his chosen sport of BMX.

Year 7 Rounders Team - District Tournament
Well done to our Year 7 Rounders team who travelled to Priory Academy to take part in their first ever district tournament on Wednesday 9th July.