LIVE TO LEARN, LEARN TO LIVE
Welcome to Byrchall High School
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“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
🏆 National Recognition for Attendance Improvement! 🏆
We are incredibly proud to share that we have been recognised as one of the Top 10% Most Improved FFT Secondary Schools in England for attendance.
This achievement reflects the dedication of our students, the support of our families, and the relentless commitment of our staff to ensuring every young person is in school, learning, and thriving. Attendance matters because every day in school provides opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.
This recognition is not just about statistics. It is about creating a culture where students feel valued, supported, and motivated to attend school regularly.
Together, we have made significant progress, and we remain committed to building on this success for the benefit of all our students.
Thank you to our entire school community for playing your part in this achievement. We look forward to continuing our journey of improvement together.
#comunity #byrchallfamily #EveryDayCounts #attendancematters
As part of our Science Careers Week, our Year 9 students took part in a careers fair yesterday morning!
Experts and representatives from a wide range of industries joined us to share valuable insights, career pathways and STEM-related opportunities.
A big thank you to everyone who gave their time to inspire our students, and well done to all of our Year 9s for getting involved. It was a really informative morning!
#ScienceCareersWeek #STEM #Careers
🍳 Our annual Cooking Competition is back!
The competition will take place on 16th November, with only 15 places available.
If you’d like to take part, collect an entry sheet from Mrs Noor in the Food Room at break or lunch.
Entry forms must be handed in by 23rd October, before half term.
Places are limited, so make sure you get your form in early!
#cooking #rotaryclub
🕯️ ONCE UPON A TIME…
In a school not so far away, Halloween magic was in the air, and a mysterious prize draw was about to begin!
From Monday 19th October, every student who is in school and on time will automatically be entered into our “No Tricks, Just Treats” daily prize draw.
And there’s more… an even bigger prize draw will take place on Friday 23rd October! Will you be one of our lucky winners?
Be on time. Be in school. Win some treats.
🕸️🎃GOOD ATTENDANCE = MORE TREATS! 🕸️🎃
Keep your eyes peeled, spread the word, and let the Halloween countdown begin!
#NoTricksJustTreats #AttendanceMatters #DailyPrizeDraw
We’re looking for Exam Invigilators to join our team!
If you’re organised, reliable and would like to support our students during their exams, we’d love to hear from you. The role offers flexible hours and the chance to work as part of a supportive team.
For more information and details on how to apply, please contact:
Email: enquiries@admin.byrchall.wigan.sch.uk
Call: 01942 728221
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💛 Last Friday, we took part in YoungMinds’ Hello Yellow campaign to show our support for young people’s mental health.
@youngmindsuk
Students and staff were encouraged to add a splash of yellow to their day, while our Mental Health Ambassadors sold yellow ribbons around school.
All donations will go to YoungMinds, helping support the mental health and wellbeing of young people across the country. A big thank you to everyone who got involved and showed their support!
#HelloYellow #mentalhealthmatters
CAREER OF THE WEEK: PARAMEDIC
Quick decisions, teamwork and staying calm under pressure are all part of this vital healthcare career. Students: How well do you respond when others need help? Parents/carers: Which personal qualities matter most in emergency healthcare?
#CareerOfTheWeek #Paramedic #HealthcareCareers
📚 A little something extra at this year’s production of 9 to 5 JR!
To pay tribute to Dolly Parton and her incredible contribution to children’s literacy, we’ll be hosting a book swap at every performance and raising funds for the Dollywood Foundation, which operates the Imagination Library programme.
Audience members, both children and adults, are invited to bring along a book to swap for free. We’ll also be accepting cash donations for the Dollywood Foundation.
Join us to celebrate the show, share a good read and support a fantastic cause.
#9to5 #BookSwap #DollyParton #MusicalTheatre
After welcoming our Year 6 students during the day yesterday, Byrchall was buzzing even more in the evening as we opened our doors to Year 6 families!
It was truly an evening to remember, with fun curriculum tasters, interactive games, our photo booth, delicious food and drinks, friendly chats with our amazing staff, and so much more!
We’re still filled with excitement after meeting so many of you. A huge thank you to our students and staff team for making it such a wonderful evening, and to everyone who came along and shared the experience with us.
We can’t wait to welcome some of our new Year 7 students into the Byrchall community next year! ✨
#Transition #OpenEvening
Yesterday, we welcomed our Year 6 visitors to Byrchall for our annual Open Day, giving them the chance to meet our staff, experience different subjects, explore the school and start to picture themselves as part of our community.
We saw so much enthusiasm, creativity, teamwork, new friendships and plenty of smiles throughout the day!
We genuinely can’t wait to welcome some of you into the Byrchall community next September.
Open Evening photos to follow!
#OpenEvening #transition
A huge congratulations to Lillith, who has been nominated to represent Wigan at the 2027 BBC Philharmonic Side by Side event at MediaCityUK!
Lillith, who plays the viola, is one of only eight young musicians from each Greater Manchester borough invited to take part in this prestigious opportunity.
What a fantastic achievement and an exciting experience ahead. We’re very proud of you, Lillith, and hope you have an amazing day making music with the BBC Philharmonic!
#CelebrateSuccess #recognition #music
A gentle reminder that the school will be closed to all current students on Thursday 8th October while we host our Open Day and Evening for Year 6 families.
School and all lessons will return as normal on Friday 9th October.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
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.
