Read all about the latest news and activities happening, and reasons to celebrate our school in the below Headteacher's blog.

• Our Brilliant Extracurricular Curriculum

  Mon 23 Feb 2026

  At Upper Batley High School, we strongly believe that a truly well-rounded education extends far beyond the classroom. Our extracurricular curriculum plays a vital role in nurturing creativity, building resilience and supporting our learners to fulfil their full potential. We are proud to offer a wide and varied programme of activities designed to meet the interests, talents and needs of all our young people.

   

  Sport - Building Teamwork and Resilience
  From football and basketball to table tennis, our sports programme provides learners with opportunities to develop their skills, improve physical fitness and enjoy the excitement of friendly competition. Beyond the physical benefits, participation in sport helps young people develop essential life skills such as teamwork, perseverance, self-discipline and leadership.

   

  Creative Arts - Unleashing Talent
  Our creative clubs offer learners the chance to explore and express their talents across a broad range of activities, including art, music, cookery and design. These sessions encourage creativity, collaboration and confidence, while providing a safe and supportive space for learners to celebrate their individuality. For many young people, these clubs ignite a lifelong passion for creativity and self-expression.

   

  Forest School - Building Confidence and Leadership
  Our Forest School curriculum provides rich outdoor learning experiences that support learners to grow both as individuals and as members of a team. Through practical, hands-on activities, young people develop confidence, resilience and self-esteem - qualities that are essential for success in school and beyond.

   

  We are incredibly proud of the wide range of opportunities available to learners in school, and we actively encourage all young people to engage with our extracurricular offer. Whether discovering a hidden talent, developing new skills or simply enjoying a hobby, these experiences enrich learners’ school lives and make a powerful contribution to their personal development.

   

  Aman Singh Kang

   

  

• Your Views Make a Difference

  Mon 09 Feb 2026

  At Upper Batley High School, we place great value on the feedback we receive from all our stakeholders and use it carefully to shape the improvements we make. We are a rapidly improving school, committed to using high-impact, evidence-informed research and development approaches to continually strengthen teaching and learning. We are fortunate to have a fantastic team of colleagues who work tirelessly to provide our young people with a first-class education, strong pastoral care and a wide range of enriching opportunities.
   

  As Headteacher, I am keen to hear the views of all our parents and carers as we continue on this journey of improvement. We would be grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete a short survey, sharing your experiences of the school and highlighting areas where we can develop further. Your feedback is invaluable and will help us to work together to provide an even better educational experience for the amazing learners in our community.

   

  Our learners deserve the very best education, and we remain fully committed to delivering this every day through the dedication of our brilliant staff team and the high-quality teaching that takes place across the school.
   

  Feedback from a parent/carer in our last survey:
  “I have nothing other than praise for all the staff at UBHS. My son is in year 10 and has grown in confidence, made great progress, has lovely friends and been provided with amazing opportunities by the school staff over the last 3 and half years.” - Mrs D
   

  “The pastoral care at the school is absolutely brilliant. We have an 11-year-old who is in year 7 and the transition from primary to secondary has been so smooth for him. He loves the school and the great staff who teach him here.” -  Ms J
   

  Please take a few moments to provide us with your honest and constructive feedback so that we can continue to improve and move forward together.
   

  Click here to complete the survey.
   

  Mr Aman Singh Kang

   

  

• Smart learning at Upper Batley High School

  Mon 02 Feb 2026

  At Upper Batley High School, we are committed to ensuring every learner develops the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to succeed. Our young people are supported by a dedicated and highly skilled staff team who create a positive learning environment where learners are challenged, encouraged and inspired to do their best.

   

  High-quality teaching across the school promotes deep thinking, curiosity and independence. Lessons are carefully planned to stretch learners’ understanding and help them make strong connections in their learning.

   

  We place great importance on the science behind how learners learn. Through a strong focus on retrieval practice, recall and metacognition, and by using evidence-informed approaches from the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), we help young people to retain knowledge, reflect on their learning and make sustained progress over time.

   

  Parents/carers play an important role in supporting learning at home. Encouraging regular routines, talking about learning and helping young people to recall and explain what they have learned all strengthen understanding and confidence. By working together, we ensure every learner is supported to achieve their full potential.

   

  Aman Singh Kang