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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

The community of Banbridge Academy is saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II. We thank God for her leadership, service and devotion throughout her life. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family at this time.

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4 years

The Academy’s science department presented face goggles to Craigavon Ambulance Station and draw bags stocked with goggles to Craigavon Emergency Department & the wards in the Hospital. They will all be put to good use in the fight against COVID-19. #ThankYouNHS

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Banbridge Academy

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2 years

The Governors, colleagues, parents & pupils of the Academy are delighted for our Principal. Mr McLoughlin has recently been able to receive his well-deserved OBE & today attended the Garden Party with his wife, mum & brother. Well done sir 👏 @CSSC_NI @Education_NI @Ed_Authority

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4 years

Mr Mark Tumilty – recently appointed Irish Hockey Senior Men’s Coach came back to school for a bespoke Boys’ Hockey mental health session. He was congratulated by Mr Cordner, MiC Boys’ Hockey & the Headmaster on his appointment to the permanent post. We wish him every success.

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2 years

I see a few pictures were tweeted earlier. Very humbled to be honest & thanks for all the lovely personal messages. Especially for Mum, considering the past year. Jennifer’s biggest highlight definitely seeing Kate. Mine - I ran into a fellow physicist @briancoxlive - nice guy

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Banbridge Academy

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5 years

Mr Kirkpatrick is leaving Banbridge Academy today. He will be sorely missed but we wish him well in his new career with the Church. As a former pupil and Head of Biology he has left us with fond memories. Best wishes sir!

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Banbridge Academy

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4 years

Year 14 2020. What a fantastic group of young men & women. For obvious reasons we all must follow the medical advice - sad this is your last day. You have been absolute stars & what a wonderful legacy. You will always be part of the Academy & we will always be here to help you.

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Banbridge Academy

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3 years

1st XI Captain & Deputy Head Boy Edward Rowe is running an incredible 4 miles every 4hrs for 48hrs (5-7 March) raising funds for Reach Mentoring, who mentor pupils to help them reach their full potential. Read more and DONATE here!

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Banbridge Academy

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7 months

The Academy ranks as one of the best schools in the UK - in the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide, the Academy featured as the 40th top performing secondary school in the UK. CONGRATULATIONS to the entire school community on receiving such a wonderful accolade.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Today the Academy community reflects on the life of Her Majesty The Queen. As a mark of respect, the Union Flag is flying at half-mast outside the school. We remember her grace, devotion and service - a remarkable life. Thank you #QueenElizabeth

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Charlie & Louis Rowe (1st XI Captains) with the McCullough and Burney Cup and the player of the match awards from both finals. We congratulate the entire squad and Mr Jess (Team Coach) on this amazing achievement 👏 👏 - best wishes for the Irish Schools’ on Wednesday.

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Banbridge Academy

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1 year

After a long night and day of travelling yesterday our kids had a great first ski lesson this morning! Smiling faces all round and some great improvement in day one! Bring on day two!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

4 years

To all of our pupils, colleagues, families and the entire community. Take care and stay safe. Stay at home and look after each other over Easter. Take a break from work and screens. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this challenging time. Mr McLoughlin

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Instead of a staff Secret Santa this year, we opted to buy toys for the local J29 Christmas 2022 Project. Staff bought gifts that have been donated to the project and will help over 100 families provide gifts for their children this Christmas.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Upper Sixth 2019. Thank you for 7 wonderful years of memories. We wish you well in your exams and great to enjoy a day of celebration together. Wonderful pupils with incredible futures. #BA #U62019 . The hoodies were enjoyed by all colleagues. 😀👍

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

4 years

The boys thoroughly enjoyed a bespoke Men’s Mental Health Awareness event at Havelock Park. Mr Cordner arranged the event and we were delighted that former pupils Matthew Bell, Irish International and Mark Tumilty, Irish Senior Men’s Coach were able to speak with the boys.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Pipped at the post but what an achievement! 2nd out of 197 schools across the UK in the #MockTrials #NationalFinal @YoungCitizensUK 🥈🏆

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Mr McLoughlin welcomed former Deputy Head Girl - Lisney Farrell (nee Leckey) back to BA. The pupils & staff really enjoyed the visit & wished Mrs Farrell every success in her role as Deputy Permanent Sec in DE. ⁦ @Education_NI ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩ ⁦⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩

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@BanAcademyNews

3 years

Great to hear pupils and colleagues today filling the classrooms full of learning and fun. Hearing pupils chatting with their friends and enjoying life again. So nice to watch - we missed you.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

4 years

Great to see Edenderry PS decorating the Academy gates with Thank You NHS Rainbows.⁩ ⁦Lovely welcome to work, reminding us of how grateful we are to our wonderful brave NHS colleagues. ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩ ⁦ @ThankYouNHS ⁩ ⁦ @Education_NI ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Banbridge Academy once again achieved outstanding A Level results with an impressive 85% of pupils achieving 3 grades A*- C and 46% of all entries were A*/A grades.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Little Princess Trust. A big THANK YOU to all the brave girls and over £2,000 raised for CLIC Sargent Cancer Care. Really well done to all.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

After a brilliant week of skiing in Axamer Lizum, all of our staff and pupils are on their way home! Some tired faces, but amazing memories for both pupils and staff alike!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Wonderful morning welcoming our new Year 8 students. Best wishes as you begin your time at Banbridge Academy.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

7 years

School Closure - Due to adverse weather conditions the Department of Education has decided to close all schools tomorrow (16/10/17).

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@BanAcademyNews

3 years

Upper Sixth - best wishes in the assessment window. You are and continue to be a brilliant year group. Take care and stay safe.

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@BanAcademyNews

1 year

Plenty of smiling faces in Axamer Lizum today.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

10 months

It was a pleasure to welcome our new Year 8 pupils today. The weather certainly didn’t dampen any spirits as there were plenty of smiling faces making their way up the drive. We look forward to seeing what your years at Banbridge Academy may hold.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

A wonderful morning spent reminiscing with our Year 14 pupils about their time here in school. We want to wish them the best of luck in their future endeavours. It’s been a pleasure having you as part of the Banbridge Academy family!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

3 years

Many congratulations to our A & AS Level students. You have worked incredibly hard and deserve these wonderful results. ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩ ⁦ @CCEA_info ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩ ⁦ @Education_NI ⁩

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Colours Assembly Guest of Honour - Miss Shirley McCay, Ulster Hockey & the most capped Irish International in history - 278 Caps. Great to celebrate the extra and co-curricular success of the school & numerous Irish & Ulster titles across a wide range of sport & other activities

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Our senior prefect team delighted with their results this morning all having been accepted onto their University Courses. Well done!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

The Academy was delighted to receive their Centre of Excellence Award from ⁦ @YE_NI ⁩ today at the Titanic. The Young Enterprise Award recognises the commitment by colleagues across the school to Enterprise and Entrepreneurial Education. ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩

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2 years

Delighted Dancers - Gold Medals for all three Teams and our Trio! What a way to start the Easter Holidays!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

4 years

Hannah Buchanan, Deputy Head Girl, Banbridge Academy has been selected for the Ulster U18 Interprovincial Series. The school is delighted to congratulate Hannah on this wonderful achievement.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

3 years

Many congratulations to our GCSE students. You have worked incredibly hard and deserve these wonderful results. ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩ ⁦ @Education_NI ⁩ ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩

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2 years

After a mammoth effort the Ski Trip is finally leaving. Just over 100 pupils and staff looking forward to a week on the slopes in Austria 🇦🇹 ⛷☀️😀⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

10 months

A huge welcome back to our Year 14 students. This is the start of a very important year for you all and we wish you the best of luck with the year ahead!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

6 years

Congratulations - Girls' Hockey 1st XI nominated Young Team of the Year Belfast Telegraph Awards - Final 29 Jan 2018

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4 years

It was our pleasure to present a Cheque for £200 to Jay Pinion, a former pupil, who recently ran 100 miles in 24hrs for Action Mental Health. Well done, Jay!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

1 year

Day Two and there were definitely more spills today but everyone is having a ball! A full day of skiing followed by a candlelit walk. (No staff or pupils were harmed in the making of this video)

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

6 years

YEA18. Banbridge Academy Company of the Year for NI. Next stop London.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

11 months

Huge congratulations to our two students that were successful in attaining Oxbridge places. Lara Crothers for Natural Sciences, Murray Edwards College, Cambridge and Pushti Patel for Medicine, Worcester College, Oxford. Well done girls!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Day One Done! Queues,airports, some sight seeing and some very tired pupils! Ready to do it all over again tomorrow!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

10 months

Our pupils have achieved outstanding GCSE results with 99% of them achieving at least 7 A*-C grades, including English and Mathematics – truly outstanding results. We look forward to supporting our pupils in their A level studies.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 months

We are delighted to announce our incoming Senior Prefect Team for the next academic year. Head Girl Ellie Robinson and Head Boy Ryan Hanna Deputy Head Girls (L-R) Ella Scott, Molly Davidson and Esther Campbell. Deputy Head Boys (L-R) Adam McKee, Harry Bryson and Callum Little.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

3 years

Well done to Mr Baxter and ex pupil Alex Cromie who completed the 21 miles and 19 mountains of the Mourne Wall Walk for Angel Wishes & Children’s Cancer Centre. Banbridge Academy were delighted to donate £200 to these charities. Organisers hope to top £20K over 2 days walks.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

1 year

As we end this academic year we would like to take this time to offer our best wishes to colleagues Sally Johnson and Karen Curran on their retirements. We also wish Andrew McAuley all the very best in his new career. Thank you for everything you have done for the Academy!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

The school thanked Mrs Kay Francey for her excellent work in recent years as the Chief Examinations Invigilator. After 38 years teaching in the school, Mrs Francey used her experience to support the pupils through their public examinations - MANY THANKS. Enjoy retirement.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

7 years

Best A Level results ever in the history of the school. Congratulations to a wonderful year group. Well done U6 2017.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Wonderful to see so many of our pupils, parents, past pupils, staff and friends joining us for our Carol Service this evening.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

4 years

We are looking forward to sharing the GCSE results with our pupils tomorrow. It has been an extremely challenging year for Year 12 and we are delighted they will be rewarded with the grades they deserve. Well done to all of the pupils & thanks to the parents for all their support

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Some of our Choir members have place in the National Youth Choir of Northern Ireland, 15 junior pupils along with 18 seniors have been offered places across the Junior Choir, Easter Girl's Choir, Training Choir & Senior Choir. This is an outstanding achievement, well done girls.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

18,000 footsteps, 284 spiral steps, 1 bateau mouche and 53 pairs of tired legs! Day two was spent sightseeing around the city on foot under the heat of the sun!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

3 years

First Minster visits the Academy to talk with Year 13 Politics students about her life in NI Politics. ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩ ⁦ @Education_NI ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

1 year

Day three and the sun is stilling shining in Axamer Lizum.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Day Three…one word…Disney!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Banbridge Academy is getting ready to host the Little Princess Trust. 141 pupils have signed up to get their hair cut tomorrow. To support the girls, everyone is asked to wear something pink tomorrow. ⁦ @BBCnireland ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩ ⁦ @UTVNews ⁩ ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Congratulations to Mark Cordner - ABC School Coach of the Year

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

4 years

After a long days journey and an early ski fit 88 pupils and staff ready to hit the slopes.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

From everyone at Banbridge Academy we wish you all a happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 months

Fantastic season the Academy! Our pupils gaining National and International caps- 35 athletes across 10 different sports.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 months

Yesterday saw our Year 14 students finish up for study leave! A great day of fun and memories for them all! We wish them the best of luck in their upcoming exams. Huge thanks to our outgoing senior team for all of their hard work this year!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

6 years

Due to adverse weather conditions the school will be closed today - Thursday 1 March. Please stay safe.

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2 years

We would like to wish Kyla and Nicole Fox 8G the best of luck as they head to London this weekend for the UK Theatre Awards after being shortlisted for their roles in the west end stage show Identical – the world premiere of the musical adaptation of Disney’s The Parent Trap.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

A special thank you must go to our Class of 2022 Senior Prefects! They have worked tirelessly throughout the year for their peers and the school! They have done themselves and their school proud!

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@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Another outstanding year at GCSE - well done!!!! Over half of all entries resulted in the top grades A*/A, and when B grades are included this figure rises to three quarters of all entries achieving grades A*-B. The hard work from our pupils, parents & staff has been rewarded.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Tonight’s evening activity…a walk by torchlight through the forest followed by some hot chocolate.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Congratulations to the ABC Junior School Team of the Year - Banbridge Academy U14 Boys’ Hockey Team

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

3 years

We wish Mrs Robinson a long and happy retirement - what a star and on behalf of the BA community- THANK YOU. To all of our students, parents and colleagues enjoy the summer break and take care. It has been a challenging year and you have all done amazingly well - enjoy the rest.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

School’s out for 21/22! What a year! We want to wish all of our pupils and staff a fun and safe summer break! It was fantastic to come together for a final assembly once again! See you all in September!

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@BanAcademyNews

1 year

Day five on the slopes! Plenty of smiles and plenty of fun!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Senior Dance Team performing You Don’t Even Know it #nicmac2022

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

6 years

Due to the adverse weather conditions still being forecast the school will be closed tomorrow - Friday 2 March.

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@BanAcademyNews

11 months

Lovely to share in the celebrations with our outgoing Senior Prefect Team this morning. Congratulations once again everyone.

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@BanAcademyNews

6 years

After an excellent final against Glenlola Collegiate, the NI heat winners are Banbridge Academy!! #BarMockTrial

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Fantastic to see so many smiling faces on results day at the Academy! Well done to all of our students! Fantastic results!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

7 months

Our production of The Wizard of Oz was thoroughly enjoyed by the entire school community with approximately 300 pupils were involved in an explosion of colour, sound and light. We have so many photos to share over the coming days.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Ulster Hockey Awards - Ellen Reid Captain and Gemma Hassan. Alongside coaches Neil Madeley and Mrs Todd.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

The Senior Girls Choir and Junior Choir spent the afternoon with the lovely people at Seapatrick Care Home. The choirs sang carols and warmed hearts. Everyone left with a fresh perspective on the art of giving at Christmas. Brilliant afternoon for all!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Everyone has arrived safely in CDG Airport! 🇫🇷

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

1 year

And that’s a wrap on the 2023 Ski Trip! All pupils and staff safely home from a very successful trip.

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@BanAcademyNews

1 year

Valentine’s Day on the Austrian slopes.

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

5 years

Little Princess Trust - hair cutting under way at the Academy. 144 brave girls supporting a wonderful charity.

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@BanAcademyNews

3 years

BBC School Soloist of the Year. Time for Banbridge Academy … go Leah!!!

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

3 years

Great day! Ireland beat the All Blacks & the school’s name alongside another great educational establishment in the headlines at the start of Ireland’s Call. Truly special performance by the lads. ⁦ @CSSC_NI ⁩ ⁦ @Ed_Authority ⁩ ⁦⁦ @IrishRugby ⁩ ⁦ @QUBelfast ⁩

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

3 years

Our Principal has been Awarded OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Mr McLoughlin - ‘It is an absolute privilege to work in Banbridge Academy and this award reflects the part played by all pupils, staff, parents and Governors – definitely a shared honour.’

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

4 years

Year 13 student Leah Radcliffe - another stunning performance and what an ambassador for her family, the school, her church and indeed NI. Songs of Praise, Young Chorister of the Year - Final: via @bbciplayer

BBC One - Songs of Praise, Young Chorister of the Year - Final

The Rev Kate Bottley hosts the final of the BBC Young Chorister of the Year competition.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

1 year

What a day for Sports Day 2023!

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@BanAcademyNews

2 years

We are delighted for our students who excelled in the first public examinations since 2019 - an outstanding 91% of pupils achieving 3 grades A*- C and 61.8% of all entries were A*/A grades. Amazingly 77 pupils obtained a minimum of 3 A*/A grades or better. Class of 22 👏 👏

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Banbridge Academy

@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Many congratulations to all of our Colours and Half Colours winners. A tremendous year in the extra and co-curricular life of the school. Well done to all. 👏 👏

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@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Best wishes to our 2022/2023 Prefect Team.

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@BanAcademyNews

2 years

A stunning morning for a first ski lesson in Axamer Lizum!

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@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Imogen Hunter and Aimee Clarke Year 12 attended the @SBFutureChef competition at Newry SRC today. The girls worked fantastically well displaying great skills but unfortunately did not come away with the prize.

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@BanAcademyNews

1 year

Brilliant to see all of our Year 14 students getting involved in their annual leavers Dress Up Day today. Class of 2023!

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@BanAcademyNews

2 years

Pt1/2 Lunch time in the atrium with our recently formed Junior School Boy Band #weekofmusic

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@BanAcademyNews

1 year

Open night 2023 is underway! Some of our extra curricular options on display in the atrium to greet you!

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@BanAcademyNews

4 years

Congratulations to Kathryn Morton (Year 13) who has been awarded an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship - the most prestigious scholarship of its type in the UK to inspire & nurture students to be the future leaders of the Engineering Profession.

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@BanAcademyNews

2 years

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them." Remembering our past pupils that gave their lives in WW2 and those currently serving in the military.

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1 year

The stunning vocal talents of Becky Walker in Year 13. What a talent!

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