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Balcarras School, Cheltenham

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Balcarras School details

Address:

Balcarras School
East End Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL53 8QF

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Exam data

Authority:

Gloucestershire

Type:

Foundation

Admissions:

Comprehensive

Gender of entry:

Mixed

Age range:

11-18

Number of students:

1,297

Gender of sixth form:

Mixed

Last inspection:

October 2005. Read the full inspection report.

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General information

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.

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