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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.”
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🎨✨ Arts Week wouldn`t be complete without Art!
Our students got hands-on with clay sculpting, spray art and drawing, exploring new techniques and letting their creativity shine. The talent, imagination and enthusiasm on display have been incredible – just look at what they created!
A huge well done to all our students, and a massive thank you to our visiting artists for delivering such fantastic sessions.
#ArtsWeek #art #creativity
A huge well done to Lewis Jones (8R2), who competed this weekend at The Ringing World National Youth Contest. @rwyouthringing
Representing The Lancashire Lads and Lasses, Lewis and his team achieved an impressive 4th place out of 16 teams in their category.
A fantastic achievement, Lewis! We are incredibly proud of you. 👏
#CelebrateSuccess #teamwork #community
✨ Arts Week Highlights!
Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome back former Byrchall student Mia Clayton, who led fantastic dance workshops with our Year 9 and 10 dancers.
Now training on the BA (Hons) Dance and Musical Theatre course at one of London`s leading theatre academies, Mia shared her experience and passion with our students. In just four hours, they choreographed a complete dance routine together!
We`re incredibly proud of their dedication, talent and teamwork. A huge thank you to Mia for delivering such brilliant sessions!
🎭 Come along to the Byrchall Fringe Festival tomorrow (5.00–7.30pm) to see their fantastic performance!
#dance #performingarts #theatre
🥁🎭 Arts Week continues!
We were delighted to welcome Mark from Bom Ta Bom Drum & Sound Therapy into the classroom for an energetic and interactive workshop.
Students explored the power of rhythm, learned new drumming techniques and worked together to create some fantastic music. The room was filled with energy, teamwork and plenty of smiles!
A huge thank you to Mark for such an inspiring session. What a brilliant Arts Week experience!
#performingarts #music #drums
We are delighted to introduce our Music Visiting Practitioners as part of this year`s Arts Week. Together, they bring a wealth of experience in performance, composition and music education, giving students the opportunity to learn from talented musicians working across a range of genres and disciplines.
Hannah is a Manchester-based mezzo-soprano who graduated with a First Class Bachelor of Music degree from the Royal Northern College of Music. Alongside her extensive performance experience across opera, choral and session work, she is also a qualified music teacher.
George holds a First Class Honours degree in Music from the University of Sunderland and is completing a PGCE in Music at Manchester Metropolitan University. A multi-instrumentalist with over 13 years of experience, he has performed at venues across the UK and is currently involved in two bands.
Betsey is a singer-songwriter and music educator who graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Manchester, specialising in jazz vocals and performance. She has performed at venues including Rock City and Splendour Festival and recently completed her PGCE in Secondary Music Education.
We are excited for our students to work with Hannah, George and Betsey during Arts Week, where they will gain first-hand insight into performing, creating and teaching music from experienced professionals.
#music #artsweek #performingarts
🎭🎨 Arts Week is officially underway!
What an exciting start to the week! Today, our students have been rotating between Art, Music and Performing Arts, enjoying a fantastic range of creative workshops and experiences.
🎸 First stop... Rock Lab! Students formed their own bands, took on different musical roles and worked together to perform a song. There was plenty of creativity, collaboration and confidence on show!
We can`t wait to share more highlights from Arts Week over the coming days. Stay tuned!
#performingarts #music #rockmusic
A huge well done to Kahlan, Sharon, Logan and Matthew, who represented Byrchall at the Annual Maths Challenge Event at St John Rigby this morning. @sjrcollegeofficial
Competing against seven schools, they achieved an outstanding 2nd place! 🥈
We are incredibly proud of their great problem-solving skills and determination. Well done, everyone!
#maths #problemsolving #CelebrateSuccess
🌟 Arts Week Visiting Artist Spotlight!
We`re thrilled to welcome Tori Burgess to Byrchall for Arts Week!
Tori is an accomplished actress whose work spans theatre, film and television, with credits including Coronation Street, Tell It to the Bees and Shakespeare in Isolation. She trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the University of Leeds.
Tori was also nominated for an Olivier Awards for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in Pride and Prejudice (*Sort Of).
As part of her work with the Royal Exchange Theatre, Tori helps inspire young people to explore the many exciting careers available both on stage and behind the scenes.
We can`t wait for our students to learn from her experience, creativity and passion for the performing arts!
@rxtheatre
#performingarts #theatre #royalexchangetheatre
📢 A quick reminder that Year 9 Summer Progress Reports and Personal Development Reports are now available to view on Synergy.
🎭 Arts Week Visiting Artist Spotlight!
We`re delighted to welcome Alex MacDonald, co-founder and Director of The Rubbish Shakespeare Company, to Byrchall for Arts Week! @rubbishshakespeare
With over 15 years` experience as a theatre-maker, puppeteer and director, Alex is passionate about making Shakespeare fun, accessible and engaging for young people. His creative workshops combine storytelling, performance and puppetry, inspiring students to explore theatre in exciting new ways.
We can`t wait for our students to learn from Alex and discover that Shakespeare really is for everyone!
#shakespeare #performingarts #Theatre
⚽️ What a way to start the morning!
We kicked off the day by safely watching England`s thrilling 3–2 win over Mexico together. What a match it was!
The atmosphere was brilliant, and everyone was right behind the team. Come on, England... let`s bring it home!
#englandfootball #FIFAWorldCup #ThreeLions
🎭 Arts Week Visiting Artist Spotlight!
We`re excited to welcome Bom Ta Bom Drum & Sound Therapy, led by Mark Cozens, to Byrchall for Arts Week!
Mark has enjoyed an incredible career in music, performing across the UK and Ibiza, appearing on Top of the Pops, and touring with Evolution. Today, he combines his passion for rhythm with wellbeing, delivering inspiring drum circles and sound therapy workshops that bring people together through music.
We can`t wait for our students to experience the power of rhythm, creativity and connection through this unique workshop.
#ArtsWeek #Music #Wellbeing #PerformingArts
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.
