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

• 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 ...

• Excellence in Teaching and Learning

  Mon 26 Jan 2026

  John Dewey famously observed that “Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” This sentiment captures what we ...

• We have High Expectations at All Times

  Mon 19 Jan 2026

  At our school, our core values; Believe, Achieve, Succeed are at the heart of everything we do. Our positive and ...

• Why Every Day Counts: Attendance, Achievement and Opportunity

  Mon 12 Jan 2026

  Regular school attendance is one of the strongest predictors of a young person’s success. Being in school every day is ...

• A New Year and a Fresh Start

  Mon 05 Jan 2026

  Happy New Year and a very warm welcome back to all our learners and families. We hope the year has ...

• Goodbye 2025 and Welcome 2026

  Fri 19 Dec 2025

  As we say goodbye to 2025 and look ahead to 2026, I would like to reflect on what has been ...

• Putting Wellbeing First - Supporting Every Learner to Succeed

  Mon 15 Dec 2025

  At Upper Batley, the wellbeing and safety of our learners is always our number one priority. We believe wholeheartedly that ...

• Staying Safe Online

  Tue 09 Dec 2025

  The online world is now part of everyday life for both adults and young people. While technology brings many benefits, ...

• Doors of Opportunity - Careers Development

  Mon 01 Dec 2025

  At UBHS, we firmly believe that leadership is not a title reserved for the few, but a set of skills ...

• Celebrating Success

  Mon 24 Nov 2025

  Last week, we had the privilege of hosting our annual Presentation Evening. It was a truly uplifting occasion that showcased ...