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Success Stories

“Starting secondary school is a big change, especially coming from a small primary school. We are delighted with our choice and after only a few months thanks to the excellent pastoral care our daughter has settled and is really enjoying school life.”

Year 8 Parent

“My experience in Ballyclare Secondary School has been amazing. My number one tip is to always ask teachers for help when you need it because they are happy to help.”

Max Year 8

“Pupils were positive about their experiences in school and in particular about the welcoming and inclusive ethos, the range of subjects to choose from and the feedback from teachers.”

ETI Feb 2019

The wide variety of subjects offered here in BSS allow pupils to flourish in which ever educational pathway they choose. I teach Graphic and Website Development where pupils combine high levels of IT skills with artistic creativity to design pieces of work for their portfolio. This is so rewarding for both the pupils and me!

Mrs Weir

Our high standard of pastoral care goes beyond basic commitment to welfare; it extends to every aspect of school life, to foster pupils’ personal development as much as their academic progress and it affords students the opportunity to learn more holistically to develop both resourcefulness and independence.

Ms Bothwell-Moore Head of Year

“Ballyclare Secondary School is an all-inclusive school in which all pupils are valued for their unique contributions, abilities and achievements.”

Mr Nicholl Vice Principal - Pastoral Care (Acting)

Welcome to Ballyclare Secondary School

Ballyclare Secondary School is a non-selective controlled secondary school that has been providing high quality education for 60+ years. It is our ethos that: “Every child should have a rewarding educational experience". Our staff are dedicated, diligent and determined to put caring at the heart of everything we do. There is a strong emphasis on pastoral care within Ballyclare Secondary School and our aim is “personal excellence” we believe that this is something every child can achieve. We place a high value on academic achievement and have high aspirations for all our pupils. We provide a wide range of curricular and extracurricular activities so that our pupils have the opportunity to fulfil their potential in many different areas.

Mrs K Bell
~Principal