Latest News
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.
Lenten Charity Fabulous Fundraising
Our Lenten Charity fortnight of fabulous fundraising is complete!
Year 10 Boys Through to the Semi Finals of the Lancashire County Cup!
Our Year 10 boys team have reached the final four in Lancashire after another nail biting extra time game.
South Ribble Schools Gymnastics Championships
In February, our Gymnastics team competed in the South Ribble Schools Floor and Vault Championships at Worden Academy.
Death in the Department of English!
On Tuesday 21st March, students in 7ST applied their detective inference and deduction skills to find out the reasons behind Lady Macbeth’s death.
Our Year 10 Netball Team are South Ribble Champions!
A massive well done to the Year 10 netball team who are South Ribble Champions!
The Big Legal Lesson
Our Year 7 and 8 students are taking part in The Big Legal Lesson, that is organised by Young Citizens, on Wednesday 29th March.
Swimming Superstar!
Beth A, in Year 8, is a really is a dedicated swimming superstar and has taken part in three county swimming competitions already this year and won lots of medals!
Open Doors - visit from Naomi
We were very happy to welcome Naomi from Open Doors to Balshaw's on Monday 13th March to lead our act of worship for Years 7 and 8 and run interactive sessions on the persecuted church around the world for Years 8-11.
Big Fairtrade Fortnight Recycling Drive
The Eco Council and I are pleased to announce the Big Fairtrade Fortnight Recycling Drive.
International Women's Day 2023
We supported International Women's Day on Wednesday 8th March.
Safer Internet Day 2023!
We supported Safer Internet Day 2023 with assemblies and lessons, along with a House Cup Challenge for Years 7-9.
Spanish Trip
Year 10 and 11 GCSE Spanish students had a wonderful trip to Spain visiting the historical cities of Ávila, Salamanca and Madrid.