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.

Image of Amazing Athletics!
15 June 2026

Amazing Athletics!

On Friday 12th June we took 70 students to compete in the South Ribble Athletics competition.

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15 June 2026

Christians in Sport Sessions

During week beginning 8th June, PE saw Christians in Sport join us to deliver a multisport session for all Year 7 and 8 students during their PE lesson.

Image of Year 9 District Rounders Tournament
12 June 2026

Year 9 District Rounders Tournament

On Wednesday 11th June, our Year 9 students took part in the District Rounders tournament. 

Image of Year 10 Drop Down Day
9 June 2026

Year 10 Drop Down Day

On Tuesday 9th June, we had another successful Drop Down Day, providing an informative and engaging experience for Year 10.

Image of Year 7 South Ribble Cup Semi-Final
4 June 2026

Year 7 South Ribble Cup Semi-Final

Our Year 7 Girls played in the South Ribble cup semi-final on Tuesday 2nd June.

Image of U14 Girls Lancashire Cup Final
4 June 2026

U14 Girls Lancashire Cup Final

On Wednesday 20th May, our U14 girls’ team took part in the Lancashire Cup Final.

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3 June 2026

Balfest 2026!

​​​​​​​Despite the inclement weather, Balfest was a very successful day!

Image of Lancashire Cup Cricket Fixtures
22 May 2026

Lancashire Cup Cricket Fixtures

In recent weeks the U13 and U15 cricket teams have competed in Lancashire Cup fixtures.

Image of Harriet Qualifies for the IAIGC Junior World Championships
22 May 2026

Harriet Qualifies for the IAIGC Junior World Championships

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that Harriet, in Year 8, has been selected and qualified for the IAIGC Junior World Championships.

Image of U14 Boys' Rugby Team
19 May 2026

U14 Boys' Rugby Team

A massive well done to our under 14s boys rugby team who played their first rugby (union) match on Monday 18th May against All Hallows.

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13 May 2026

Poetry by Heart

On 24th April, our Year 7 finalists of the Poetry by Heart competition were invited to the Hall where they received their certificates and the winner was announced.