We are delighted to celebrate the achievements of our Year 13 and Year 14 pupils who have achieved an excellent set of A Level and BTEC results. We are incredibly proud of all that they have accomplished and of the determination, resilience and commitment they have shown throughout their time at Ballyclare Secondary School.

These results represent much more than grades. They reflect years of hard work, perseverance and personal growth. Our young people have embraced opportunities, overcome challenges and worked tirelessly to achieve their goals. Today is a well-deserved opportunity for them to celebrate their success and look with confidence towards the future.

We are particularly pleased with the strong performance across a broad range of subjects, with several departments achieving outstanding outcomes. These achievements are a testament to the dedication of our pupils, the commitment of our staff and the invaluable support provided by parents and carers throughout their educational journey.

As our pupils move on to the next stage of their lives, many will take up places at university or college, while others will pursue apprenticeships, training opportunities and employment. Whatever pathway they choose, we are confident that they leave Ballyclare Secondary School with the knowledge, skills and character needed to thrive and make a positive contribution to society.

I would like to thank our staff for the care, encouragement and expertise they provide each day, and to express my sincere appreciation to our parents and carers for the support they have shown both their children and our school community.

To our Year 13 and Year 14 pupils, congratulations. You should be incredibly proud of all you have achieved. Enjoy this special moment, celebrate your success with family and friends, and cherish the memories you have made during your time at Ballyclare Secondary School.

To our Year 14 leavers, as you embark on the next chapter of your journey, we encourage you to continue to believe in yourselves, embrace new opportunities and never underestimate what you are capable of achieving. Be proud of where you have come from and all that you have accomplished during your time at Ballyclare Secondary School. We hope that the friendships, experiences and values you have gained here will stay with you for years to come. While your time as pupils of Ballyclare Secondary School has come to an end, you will always remain part of our school community. We look forward with pride to hearing about the many success stories that lie ahead.

Mrs Wendy Shingleton
Acting Principal

Believe. Belong. Become. Every Learner a Success Story.

We’re already looking forward to welcoming pupils back to school at the end of August. The attached information lists the start date for each year group along with details of an exciting new leadership training opportunity for our Pupil Leadership Teams.

We are seeking a temporary/short term Executive Officer to join our school office team, 4 days a week to cover staff absence.

Working hours: 8.15am to 4pm.

Please contact the school office on 02893322610 for further information.

We are absolutely delighted to celebrate the fantastic achievements of our pupils who completed their music examinations just before the end of the school term. Their results are now in, and we are incredibly proud to say that every pupil has achieved an excellent result.

These successes are a reflection of the tremendous hard work, commitment and determination shown throughout the year. Preparing for music examinations requires dedication, perseverance and many hours of practice, and each of these pupils should be immensely proud of what they have accomplished.

A huge congratulations to:

Musical Theatre
Alfie – Grade 3
Alice – Grade 3
Lucy – Grade 4
Abigail – Grade 8

Violin
Abbie – Grade 2
Ella – Grade 3
Jessica – Grade 3

Piano
Zac – Initial
Sarah – Grade 3
Alicia – Initial
Nathan – Grade 3
Faith – Grade 2
Holly – Grade 4

Drum Kit
Jude – Grade 2

A very special mention goes to Abigail, who achieved an outstanding Distinction in her Grade 8 Musical Theatre examination. Grade 8 is the highest graded practical examination, and achieving a Distinction is a remarkable accomplishment. Congratulations, Abigail, on reaching this significant milestone—we are incredibly proud of you.

A heartfelt thank you also goes to our dedicated instrumental tutors for their expertise and encouragement, and to parents and families for their continued support throughout each student’s musical journey.

Well done to all—we can’t wait to see what you achieve next!

Year 12 Summer Programme taking place at Ballyclare Secondary School – Register Now!

We are delighted to be working in partnership with Monkstown Boxing Club to offer a free summer programme for our Year 12 pupils (Academic Year 2025-2026) currently awaiting results. The programme provides a relaxed and supportive opportunity for pupils to meet up with friends, take part in activities, enjoy refreshments and receive useful information ahead of Results Day.

Monday 10 August & Tuesday 11 August

11am – 1pm

Pupils who attend will also have the opportunity to take part in a special trip on Friday 14 August.

Pupils should wear casual, comfortable clothing suitable for all activities.

Places are limited and demand is expected to be high. Registration closes at 12 noon on Friday 31 July 2026.

Register NOW

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of our former pupil, Jamie Fleming, following a road traffic accident in Doagh earlier today.
Jamie will be remembered fondly by many within our school community, and our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies are with his family, friends and all who knew and loved him at this difficult time.

Congratulations to Tyler who arrived home from the Costa Girona Cup, having been named Rangers player of the tournament. Although his team made it through to the quarterfinals they were beaten by Seville. Well done Tyler!

Please find below our Weekly Communication Bulletin for Parents and Carers, and other important information, which has been sent out to you via Sims App.

Weekly Bulletin 26.6.26

Acting Principals End of Term Letter 2026

SEN Reform Survey

What a fantastic year of musical achievement!

We would like to congratulate all of our pupils who have worked so hard towards their music examinations this year. With over 40 pupils sitting exams across a wide range of instruments, we are incredibly proud of the dedication, commitment and perseverance they have shown throughout the year.

Many pupils have already received excellent results, and we know there are still a few eagerly awaiting theirs. We have every confidence that all of their hard work will be rewarded, and we wish them the very best as they wait for their results.

A huge thank you also goes to our instrumental tutors, staff and families for their continued encouragement and support. Well done to every pupil on this wonderful achievement—you should all be incredibly proud of yourselves!