Balcarras School

URN: 115759 • Cheltenham GL53 8QF

Overview

Name
Balcarras School
URN
115759
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Healy (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
East End Road, Cheltenham GL53 8QF

Summary

Balcarras School, located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a capacity of 1,223 students. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, fostering academic excellence and personal growth. The ethos of Balcarras is centered around high expectations for all students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential.

The curriculum at Balcarras includes a wide range of subjects, with dedicated information evenings for Year 9 options and GCSEs to guide students in their educational choices. The school also offers a Sixth Form, with entry requirements that include specific GCSE grades, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their A-level studies. Balcarras promotes a strong sense of community, engaging parents through regular communications and events.

Parents can access essential information through the school's website, including details on admissions, uniform policies, and health resources. The school prioritises transparency and support, making it an integral part of the local educational landscape.

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Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1223
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-01-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Gloucestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1223
2024-09-11 1223
2023-09-11 1223
2022-09-11 1223
2021-09-11 1223
2020-09-11 1223

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