Byrchall High School

Students and staff had a fantastic time on their Paris trip last weekend! From exploring the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe, to enjoying theme parks and local cafés, there were so many valuable linguistic and cultural experiences. What a memorable and enriching trip!

Year 11 leavers… how ready are you for prom? Your big night is set for 26th June 2026 at Haydock Racecourse. Bookings go live on Wisepay THIS FRIDAY, so make sure you secure your place and celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime moment together!

🌟Weekly Student Spotlight: Amelia Fahey (Year 7) 🌟 Amelia has been dancing since the age of 2 and has achieved great success at dance festivals across multiple styles. She has also performed in several pantomimes. Watch the video to hear more about her journey!

Congratulations to Lewis Jones (Year 8), who will compete in the Ringing World National Youth Contest this July with his youth group. He practises weekly at St Peter’s Church in Newton-le-Willows. A great achievement and a fantastic commitment to his passion.

What a brilliant weekend of rugby for Oscar, who has just returned from his South Wales tour! His team finished as U12s Plate champions at a 15-a-side festival and went on to win the U12s Burry Port Cup 7s tournament. A fantastic set of results and a great experience all round!

A big well done to George, who took part in a junior pathway event led by England’s international wheelchair coaching staff at the University of Nottingham! @UoNSport He also watched the women’s matches while his mum refereed. A brilliant opportunity to learn and be inspired!

A huge well done to Laylah Bate (7S3)! She competed for Byrchall at the British Schools Tumbling Championships, finishing 2nd overall. Laylah also helped the North West team achieve 3rd place. A fantastic achievement!

Last Friday, Mrs Smith invited a group of dancers to celebrate their Wigan Dance Festival performance with hot chocolate and pastries. After 3 weeks of preparation, they took part in workshops, a tech run and opened the show. A fantastic achievement and great teamwork throughout.

Byrchall Recognition Shout Out! A huge congratulations to Maryam on her promotion to Corporal with St John Ambulance @stjohnambulance. A brilliant example of “Live to Learn, Learn to Live” in action.

Byrchall Recognition in Action! Last weekend, Rowan performed her first solo aerial yoga routine, also her second performance ever, showing real courage and commitment. A great example of Participation, Leadership, Excellence and Community. A huge well done, Rowan!

More moments from our photography trip in Liverpool! Bright blue skies, beautiful landscapes, inspiring exhibitions, and plenty of laughter and friendship along the way. Such a lovely day and some brilliant memories made.

GCSEs ARE COMING — ARE YOU READY? 📊 Attendance = Achievement 🍎 Food & Focus Sessions ✏️ Intervention Sessions Targeted support on the topics that matter most. ⏰ Every minute counts now more than ever The more you attend, the more prepared you’ll be.

A quick snap from yesterday’s photography trip in Liverpool! It was great to see students exploring the city, capturing some fantastic shots and making the most of the experience. Well done to everyone involved!

Calling all local businesses! Our annual Summer Fair is back on Thursday, 9th July, 5:30–7:30 pm. If you’d like to get involved or support the event, please email us for more information. We’d love to hear from you!

Throwback to our unforgettable ski trip in Italy! Students and staff took part in ski lessons with professional instructors, made the most of the stunning mountain views, and shared so many fun moments together. Well done to everyone involved, such special memories!

Our Alumni Profiles continue to expand…. Mackenzie left Byrchall in 2018 and is now training in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Surrey after studying at the Royal Veterinary College. An inspiring reminder of where dedication can take you.

Byrchall Recognition Shout Out! Congrats to Year 11 student Caleb on signing a 2-year Scholar contract with Wigan Athletic Academy. After two years out through injury, his resilience is inspiring. Caleb will also study a BTEC in Sports Excellence alongside his football.

Opportunity for Y9 and above! British Army Career Centre Bolton invites students to an Army Recruitment Day on 23 May in Wigan. Learn about training, explore kit and speak to staff. Booking required via 01204 364 111 or email on the poster.

Parsnip Pupdate! 7R1 sponsored guide dog puppy Parsnip earlier this year. This week, they received an update that he has just turned 1! A brilliant example of Community In Action, showing how our students connect with and support causes beyond school.

Check your inbox... Curriculum Evenings are here! New Year 7 students are invited to book via Eventbrite using the link in the email. Meet staff, try subjects and make new friends before September. We cannot wait to welcome you.