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

• Using Technology in School

  Mon 18 May 2026

  At UBHS, we recognise the many benefits that developments in technology can bring to both school and home life. In school, we use a range of digital tools including reading devices, specialist software and artificial intelligence applications to support high-quality teaching and learning.

   

  However, we are also mindful that technology can sometimes have a negative impact on young people, particularly when it becomes a distraction to learning or affects wellbeing. For this reason, we continue to work closely with parents and carers to ensure that technology is used positively and responsibly.

   

  We would like to thank all parents and carers for supporting our home-school agreement, particularly in relation to the use of mobile phones in school.

   

  You may have seen recent national discussions regarding mobile phone use in schools, including concerns about distractions to learning and the impact that social media can have on young people’s mental health and wellbeing. We are pleased to say that mobile phones do not present a significant issue at UBHS. This is due to the strong support we receive from parents and carers, alongside the consistent approach taken by staff in following our school policies and procedures. Learners fully understand that they cannot use their mobile phone within the school grounds (inside the green gated areas).  

   

  I would like to take this opportunity to thank all members of our school community for your continued support. It is greatly appreciated and plays an important role in maintaining the positive learning environment we value at UBHS.

  Further information can be found below:

  • DfE
    DfE guidance on mobile phones in schools
     
  • UBHS
    UBHS Home-School Agreement

  

• Together We Make a Huge Difference

  Mon 11 May 2026

  At Upper Batley High School, we place great importance on the views of our parents, carers and learners. We actively listen to your feedback and use it to shape the improvements we make as a school. While we are proud to be a strong, oversubscribed and successful school, we are equally committed to continual development, ensuring that we provide the very best education for every young person in our care.

   

  Our dedicated staff team works tirelessly to deliver high-quality teaching, excellent pastoral support and a wide range of enriching opportunities. We are guided by evidence-informed practice and a clear focus on what has the greatest impact on learning. This commitment enables us not only to maintain our strengths, but to keep improving further.

   

  As Headteacher, I greatly value your perspective as we continue this journey. We would be very grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete a short survey, sharing your experiences and suggesting where we can develop further. We also seek and act on the views of our learners, ensuring that their voices help shape the school they experience every day.

   

  Your feedback is vital. By working together, we can build on what is already a great school and make it even better for the young people in our community. Our learners deserve nothing less than the very best, and we remain fully committed to achieving this each and every day.

   

  Please spend 10 minutes of your time completing this short survey.
  https://edurio.com/teacher/poll/7djSsx

   

  Thank you for your continued support.

  
  Aman Singh Kang

  

• Wellbeing at Upper Batley High School

  Tue 05 May 2026

  At Upper Batley High School, supporting our learners’ mental health and wellbeing is part of everyday life. We know that when young people feel safe, understood and supported, they are far more able to succeed, and this belief underpins everything we do.

   

  Our dedicated staff work hard to ensure every learner feels valued and listened to. We recognise that each individual is different, so we provide the care, guidance and encouragement needed to help them thrive both academically and personally. Our facilities play an important role in this, allowing us to offer a broad, engaging curriculum that supports emotional as well as academic development.

   

  Opportunities such as our Forest School, Barnyard, horticulture area, Zen Den and on-site gym are embedded into school life. These experiences help learners to build resilience, develop confidence and find a sense of calm, while also encouraging teamwork, responsibility and perseverance.

   

  We also understand that school life can sometimes feel challenging, particularly during exams and assessments. That is why we regularly support learners in developing practical strategies to manage stress and look after their mental health, while ensuring they always know where to turn for help.

   

  This is strengthened by our strong support network. Our designated Safeguarding Leads, Pastoral team, SEND provision, school Counsellor and ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) work closely together to provide consistent, trusted support so that every learner feels secure and able to engage positively with their learning.

   

  At Upper Batley, wellbeing is woven through our curriculum and daily interactions. Whether learners are developing descriptive writing in English, solving problems in Maths, learning outdoors, or caring for animals, they are continually developing the resilience, confidence and empathy needed for life beyond school.

   

  We are proud that our work in this area is recognised as best practice, including our Gold status from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools. Most importantly, we remain committed to ensuring that every learner feels supported, valued and ready to succeed each day.

   

  Aman Singh Kang