LIVE TO LEARN, LEARN TO LIVE
Thanks for everyone joined our Open Evening 2025!
Visit our Transition Pages for more information.
“Being at Byrchall has allowed me to try so many new things. I take part in experiments and practical lessons and I learn more in the clubs and activities that are for everyone here. I have made friends quickly, it’s made school so much fun.”
“I’m so happy that I chose Byrchall for my children. It really is a wonderful school. The pastoral support is amazing and I would definitely recommend the school. ”
“School is somewhere I feel welcome and able to be myself. I am proud and happy to be a student at Byrchall.”
“The best thing about the school is the dedicated staff. They really do go above and beyond for the students and I can’t fault them in any way. ”
“I have really enjoyed my first year at Byrchall. I have tried so many new skills, joined three clubs and I have made friends so quickly. It feels like I have always been here.”
Latest news
✨ Calling All Year 11 / 2026 Leavers!
Your leavers’ hoodies are still available to order — a great way to celebrate your time at Byrchall and take those memories with you beyond school.
Each hoodie features everyone’s name from your year group, with over 90 colours to choose from, so you can make it your own. Order online using our unique Byrchall code 27148YR1126.
The deadline is 6th April 2026, so make sure you don’t miss out!
#2026Leavers #studentlife
⚡ Science Club was fully charged yesterday!
During our Van de Graaff experiment with Mr Ajayi, mince pie packets were sent flying around the room like mini UFOs with the electricity. Students also formed a shock chain, and some brave volunteers even had their hair standing on end!
A brilliant, hands-on session full of curiosity, laughter and courage 👏
#science #HandsOnLearning #experiment
🎸 Exciting news — Battle of the Bands is almost here!
Join us on 15 January, 7–9pm in the Main Hall for our school competition. Scan the QR code in the poster or click the link to grab your FREE ticket and support our amazing bands! 🎶
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The winning band will represent Byrchall at Wigan’s Battle of the Bands at The Boulevard, with the chance to progress to the Greater Manchester final at Band on the Wall. It’s set to be a night to remember!
#BattleOfTheBands #music
Please check Synergy for an invite to our upcoming Year 9 Options Evening: 21st January 5-7pm.
#optionsevening #reminder
📢 Vacancy Update
We’re looking for a Lead Practitioner: Mathematics Teacher to join our supportive and professional Maths department. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on teaching and learning at Byrchall.
Deadline: 9.00am, Thursday 22 January 2026
Applications are reviewed on receipt, so early application is encouraged.
Visit our website for full details and how to apply:
https://www.byrchall.wigan.sch.uk/job-vacancies
#jobvacancy #maths
🔬 Science Club is back!
Join us every Wednesday lunchtime in room 2–08 for hands-on experiments, curiosity, and plenty of fun. Open to all year groups.
Check out the poster to see what’s on each week — we can’t wait to see you there!
#science #extracurricular #HandsOnLearning
🏸🔥 Our Staff & Student Badminton Final on the last day before the Christmas break was packed with energy, determination and some seriously impressive skills.
The atmosphere was electric, and the team spirit on display summed up our community perfectly. Huge congratulations to Mrs Jenkins and Luke Oliver, and a massive well done to everyone who took part!
#badminton #sports #TeamSpirit
✨ Byrchall Recognition – Half Term Focus: Leadership ✨
Byrchall Recognition celebrates your achievements inside and outside of school across our four strands:
💬 Participation | 🌟 Leadership | 🏆 Excellence | 🤝 Community
Look at out leaderboards for the last half term! Can you help your year group/house to catch up?
This half term, we’re shining a spotlight on Leadership 💡
Leadership is the ability to inspire, guide and influence others to achieve shared goals.
Simply put — a leader is someone who makes things better for others.
What does leadership look like in school?
✔ Standing up for someone
✔ Including others
✔ Doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching
✔ Following our SMART STEPS
Your challenge this half term:
👉 Work towards achieving your LEADERSHIP BADGE either inside or outside school
🔔 Remember to:
• Log your leadership actions
• Link them to the relevant member of staff
• Pop to 0–09 every Friday lunchtime if you need help logging
Step up. Lead by example. Make a difference. ✨
#ByrchallRecognition #Leadership #CelebrateSuccess
⭐ Byrchall Recognition Programme: Student Successes over the Christmas Break ⭐
Our amazing students are constantly on the go! Our recognition e-mail inbox has been buzzing over the Christmas break with fantastic achievements from students outside school keep them coming in to out recognition email address.
🏅 Isabella B passed her Level 8 gymnastics exam, receiving her certificate and medal with Leigh Gymnastics Club – fantastic work!
🎀 Ivy, Eva & Libby competed with Hawks Cheer & Pom at the BCA Winter Weekender:
3rd place in cheer (Ivy & Eva)
3rd place in pom (Ivy & Libby)
4th place in pom (Eva)
🤸 Daisy, an elite acrobatic gymnast, won multiple gold medals, was selected for the North West Squad, and will compete internationally in Porto at Junior level – an incredible achievement!
We’re so proud of our students – keep the success stories coming via our recognition inbox: recognition@byrchall.wigan.sch.uk and remember to log on Synergy Recognition to claim your pin badges! 💛
#ByrchallProud #StudentSuccess #ByrchallRecognitionProgramme
As we wave goodbye to the year, we want to wish our entire community a Happy New Year! 🎆
May 2026 bring joy, new adventures, and more wonderful memories together. Thank you for making our school such a warm and inspiring place — we can’t wait to see what the new year holds!
#newyear #2026 #celebration
Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all our students, families, staff, and the wider community! 🎄✨
Thank you for being part of our school family — we’re so grateful for each and every one of you. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and special moments with those you hold dear.
#Christmas #festivevibes
Huge thanks to our whole school community for donations of food and gifts, but also their time and energy as we worked on our Ashton Pantry Take Over this week
Just 3 weeks ago, Mrs Lipton challenged everyone in school to take part, and as ever, Byrchall met the challenge with a smile, a ton of energy, and so much more!
Sorting food, cleaning and preparing goods in the Pantry and Cafe, staff and students have volunteered throughout the week to bring together the two special communities of St Thomas Church and our school and for every person in our local area.
We are so proud of the work our community have undertaken this week and their kindness. We hope it has given then a taste of how amazing volunteering can be!
Thank you and Merry Christmas to the volunteers at Ashton Pantry - you supported and inspired us all!
#pantry #foodbank #volunteer #commuity
SENIOR HOUSE COMPETITION
Our History
Byrchall High School was founded in 1588 at the behest of Robert Birchall. He established the school with the vision of providing outstanding educational provision for the young people of our area. Since then Byrchall has benefitted from the many donations of land, resources and even cakes and ales for its students-a tradition celebrated each year on our Founder’s Day!
Our founder believed in education and in community. In this proud tradition our school today maintains its strong links with our local community and The Church of England. We remain steadfast in our work of enabling every young person in our community to achieve their full potential as an integral part of Byrchall High School.
Recent History
To celebrate our rich and long standing school history within the Wigan borough, we held an alumni event.
Pupils and staff who attended Byrchall high school throughout the decades were invited back to share their stories, memories and to look back on some of our archived photographs, booklets and school memorabilia.
Take a look at the event for yourself using the button below.
Our Values
Byrchall High School is committed to fostering an environment built on strong core values that shape both the academic and personal growth of its students. Our motto encapsulates all we try to do every day.
Learn to Live – enjoy and achieve.
Live to Learn – now and in the future.
These values are underpinned by the daily practice of respect, responsibility, resilience, and aspiration, which guide the behaviour and decision-making of the school community.
Respect is encouraged in all interactions, promoting kindness and understanding amongst students and staff.
Responsibility is emphasised, ensuring that students take ownership of their learning and actions.
Resilience is nurtured through challenges, empowering students to overcome obstacles and learn from setbacks.
Aspiration drives the pursuit of excellence, encouraging students to aim high and reach their full potential. Together, these values create a positive, supportive, and ambitious school culture where every individual is welcome and integral to our community.
OUR FUTUREs
Encouraging aspiration in young people is essential for helping them to realise their full potential and pursue meaningful goals.
With a stimulating and varied curriculum including academic, creative and extra-curriular options for every child, Byrchall makes learning exciting.
All students are encouraged to plan for a bright future, fostering a growth mindset where challenges are seen as opportunities to learn and grow rather than obstacles.
By providing our students with diverse role models, exposing them to various career paths, and celebrating their achievements, we can inspire ambition and a sense of possibility.
Mentorship, personalised support, guidance, and creating an environment where their interests are nurtured can further ignite their drive to succeed.
Encouraging self-belief and resilience ensures that our young people remain focused on their aspirations, even in the face of challenges and a changing world, empowering them to set high standards for themselves and strive toward fulfilling futures in whatever area they choose.
