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.

Reminder: Save the date and book your place!

Do you know that our current Year 8 pupils come from a wide catchment area? From Larne to Loanends and Carrickfergus to Kells, we look forward to welcoming pupils from almost 50 feeder primary schools into Year 8 every academic year. Come along to our Open Afternoon on Monday 5th January 2026 from 2pm-4pm to see what we have to offer!

Book your ticket here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/ballyclaress

Logan (Year 8) shone as Kevin McAllister in NISMAT’s production of Home Alone: The Musical! Two sets of shows done, and now it’s on to A Christmas Carol with Fortwilliam Musical Society at The Courtyard Theatre this week. He’ll be performing as Jonathan on Thursday night and in both shows on Saturday.

On Tuesday this week, Year 8 pupils were brought together to enjoy a delicious Christmas dinner and celebrate the end of Year 8 Induction at BSS. It’s the perfect chance to share laughter, good food, and festive cheer with friends and teachers.

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Don't forget that our Tractor Run will take place on Sunday 7th December. All important information can be found below, including the set route. We can't wait to see you there!

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.

Ski Trip Letter 2027

Letter from the Acting Principal- Winter Months

We are really looking forward to the Year 8 Christmas Dinner, which will be provided free of charge on Tuesday 2nd December 2025. To help us celebrate in style, pupils are invited to wear a Christmas jumper on the day (there is no need to wear their blazer). This will be a lovely occasion with plenty of festive cheer, and we hope the pupils enjoy a bit of Christmas spirit together. Please note that school buses will be available at 2:55pm as usual.

Ballyclare Secondary School 85cm Team which consisted of Daniel Stewart, Evie McCracken, Flora Campbell and Ana Goodrich tried hard in a tough final but were unfortunate to pick up faults. However they finished the league 6th out of 19 teams, Well done!

Ana Goodrich competed as an individual in the 1m class, and came 7th amongst very quick competition.

Our showjumpers look forward to Spring and the next set of Interschools competitions.

The Year 8 hockey team travelled to Ulidia for their second round of the NEBSSA league. The girls won 2-0 with superb goals from Jessica S and Sophie M. Excellent play from all girls. They take on Antrim Grammar on Friday 28th November in the next round.