Following their success in the Districts and Ulster Finals, Heidi (senior girls’ high jump), Hannah (senior girls’ javelin) and Oliver (junior boys’ triple jump) travelled to Tullamore on Saturday 30 May to represent the School at the All Ireland Schools Track and Field Championships. Heidi finished in 4th place overall, missing out on Bronze on count back in the high jump. Oliver also finished in 4th place, missing out on Bronze by 1cm in the triple jump. Hannah finished in

Congratulations to Freya (Y8) and Emma (Y9) on winning the U14 SBYL Cup with their club Ballyclare Comrades Ladies FC. The team defeated Cliftonville 2-0 in their last game of the season. Well done girls!

Our latest edition of Highlights Magazine is now available. Please enjoy reading of the successes of our pupils. Please click on the Highlights front page below to read the full details.

Congratulations to Year 9 pupil Ollie (Storey House), overall winner of our House Fantasy Football competition for the 2025-26 season with a total of 2,371 points.

Every year, young people who complete their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award are invited to mark their achievement at special garden parties held at Buckingham Palace. This year’s event held added significance, commemorating the 70th anniversary of the DofE Award. A Gold DofE Award is a major achievement – young people spend at least 12 months honing new skills and talents, planning and completing an expedition and residential, and volunteering for a cause they are passionate a

We are pleased to announce that Mr Wishart, Head of History and Politics, was shortlisted for the UK final of the inaugural Inspiring History Teacher of the Year competition. This award is sponsored by Historic Royal Palaces and celebrates teachers and History departments that make History exciting, inclusive and meaningful. Mr Wishart was delighted that the School’s History Department was nominated for such a prestigious new award and is especially grateful as the nomination

Congratulations to our U15 team on reaching the semi-final of the U15 Schools’ Cup. The boys defeated Limavady by 8 wickets and will face either Lurgan College or Lisneal in the semi-final.

On Saturday 23 May Marleigh, Katy, Lili, Sienna, Ava and Isabella participated in their last matches of the season for Ophir RFC U14 and U16 teams in Balbriggan. Both matches were a fantastic experience for the girls as it gave them valuable experience of full contact rugby, which they will all bring to the School next season.

Congratulations to Year 12 pupil Chloe and the NI WU17 team who were presented with special caps to mark their achievement in representing their country at the recent WU17 Euros. The international caps presentation ceremony, held at the National Stadium at Windsor Park prior to the tournament final, brought together players, families, coaches and other backroom staff to mark a proud milestone in the development of the women’s game here and were presented by former Northern I

Congratulations to our U15 team – the boys defeated Ballymena Academy and Sullivan Upper to reach the quarter-final of the U15 Schools’ Cup. The quarter-final, against Limavady GS, is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 26 May at 11.00am (away).

Congratulations to Year 12 pupil Lucy on passing her Grade 8 Piano with Distinction.

On Monday 18 May, Mrs Weir outlined the SEAG assessment process and Belfast High School Admissions criteria to parents of pupils who wish to sit the assessment in November 2026 for entry to post-primary in 2027. Admission to Belfast High School is based on the score achieved in the SEAG assessment. Information the SEAG assessment can found in the presentation below. All information on entry to Year 8 in Belfast High School can be found on the School website: https://www.belfa

Following the Districts, 20 individuals and 3 relay teams qualified to participate in the Ulster Track and Field Championships held at the Mary Peters Track on 13 and 16 May. Congratulations to our medallists: Heidi Knox, Gold/Ulster Champion (High Jump) Oliver Prince, Gold/Ulster Champion (Triple Jump) Darcy Wilson, Silver Medallist (Hammer) Hannah Porter, Bronze Medallist (Javelin) Matthew Finlay, Ben Gardner, Kenzo Ginnett, Daniel Grills, Bronze Medallists (4x100m Rela

Congratulations to Year 10 pupil Amelia Howell on her recent music success: Grade 5 Music Theatre, pass with Distinction Ballyclare Festival: 1st Place Girls’ Vocal Solo and 1st Place Musical Theatre (Year 9 and 10) Carrickfergus Festival: 1st Place Girls’ Vocal Solo (13-14 years) Larne Festival: 1st Place Girls’ Vocal Solo (13-14 years) and 2nd Place Musical Theatre Solo (14 years)

Our junior girls’ rugby team competed in the Ulster Girls’ School Tag Finals this week. Well done to our top try scorer of the day, Lili Biro. Today marks the end of a great year of girls' rugby - over 30 girls have represented the School across both contact and tag rugby this year and we look forward to seeing them progress next year!

Good luck to Year 12 pupil Chloe Beckinsale (Captain) and the NI WU17 team for the UEFA European Women’s U17 Championship 2026 which begins today. The tournament is being hosted by the Irish FA and will showcase some of the best young players in Europe. Matches are scheduled to take place at Inver Park in Larne, the Showgrounds in Coleraine and the National Stadium at Windsor Park. Northern Ireland face England, Norway and Germany in Group A while Group B features Spain, Fran

Last week, 14 Honours, 89 Half-Honours and almost 200 Colours Awards were presented by the Honours and Colours Committee to pupils for their commitment to School clubs and societies and for achievements in a wide range of co and extra-curricular activities including Cross-Country, Football, Gardening, Hockey, Music, Netball, Rugby, School Council, Senior Maths Challenge and Sound and Light. Congratulations to everyone involved! A further set of awards will be presented follo

Congratulations to Year 10 pupil Emily McClune who, along with her gymnastics partner Lucy, represented their Club at the Northern Ireland Acrobatic Regional Prelims held at Flight Gymnastics Academy. They secured 1st place, earning qualification for the National Finals in Stoke in May, where they will represent Northern Ireland.

We are delighted to report that we have reached our first £10k target and our fundraising total currently sits at £10,612.63. Thank you to everyone who has made a contribution so far! Our fundraising target is at least £45,000 which will enable us to begin rebuilding a primary school during our visit next year. If you would like to make a contribution you can do so via our GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/c5bb73cee Alternatively, if you would like to organise a fundraising e

Well done to all our pupils who participated in the Districts this week and congratulations to our medallists (8 x Gold, 7 x Silver and 9 x Bronze): Hubert Jaszczak: Gold, Inter Boys’ Shot Heidi Knox: Gold, Senior Girls’ High Jump Ethan Maddox: Gold, Mini Boys’ 100m Ethan McCalmont: Gold, Senior Boys’ Long Jump Ethan McCalmont: Gold, Senior Boys’ Triple Jump Caleb McFadden: Gold, Senior Boys’ High Jump Ewan Morrison: Gold, Junior Boys Long Jump Oliver Prince: Gold, Junior

Congratulations to Year 8 pupil Eve Craig on her selection for the 2026 Irish Youth Climbing Squad. This selection reflects Eve’s commitment, attitude and performance demonstrated during the assessment session and her previous season's performance.

This week was the final CU meeting for this academic year. We were joined by Mrs Weir, who shared with us her testimony and how the Lord has worked throughout her life and work as our Principal. We would like to thank the outgoing Upper Sixth for all their commitment to CU over the past 7 years - we wish you all the very best for the future!

Congratulations to Year 11 pupil Oliver Aiken on his recent music success. Oliver attended an Army Cadet music camp over Easter where he achieved his 3rd Music Star qualification, a significant milestone demonstrating his ongoing commitment and progression in military music and had the opportunity to take part in a Beating Retreat performance at Edinburgh Castle. Oliver also successfully auditioned for the Army Cadets National Band, performing on the baritone, and has been

Congratulations to Poppy Hastings on her selection for the Ulster U17 Provincial Summer Programme. We wish Poppy every success for the upcoming summer season.