BALCARRAS SCHOOL in Gloucestershire, Cheltenham

Education Centre Information: Balcarras School:

Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Gloucestershire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/01/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 1352
Number of boys: 654
Number of girls: 698
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Balcarras School was opened to pupils in September 1986 and occupied the site previously known as Charlton Kings County Secondary School. The facilities available include computer rooms, eight science laboratories, art studio, ceramics room, design and technology room, music suite and an assembly hall with stage and lighting. Sports facilities include sports hall, gymnasium, playing fields, seven tennis courts, four cricket nets and a superb new pavilion and astroturf pitch. The sixth form has been open since September 1998 and is based in a superb purpose-built block on the school site. In 1998 the school became a technology college. At lunchtime and after-school, there are numerous activities and clubs to entertain pupils. The school also arranges a variety of trips throughout the year. The pupils are encouraged to help charities in practical ways. The school aims to provide its pupils with education of the highest quality in a caring and stimulating environment.