Ballakermeen High School is a fully comprehensive secondary school serving Douglas, Isle of Man. There are over 1,700 students aged 11 – 18.
Centrally located on a secure, single site we enjoy a reputation for high academic achievement, excellent pastoral care, and a proud record in sport and the arts. Although we are a large institution, we are a close-knit community where many kinds of success are celebrated and every individual is valued. We are passionate about learning and about helping our students to make the most of their time with us.
Our values are Kindness, Honesty, and Respect.
April is recognised as International Autism Acceptance Month! Find linked below some information from Autism in Mann about activities taking place over the Easter holidays, the Teenage Activity Group (TAG) sessions, and an Easter Bake Sale (all proceeds will directly support the Holiday Scheme and…
The Year 9 Girls' Football Tournament B took place at CRHS on Friday under challenging, blustery, and cold conditions. Ballakermeen secured 2nd place with two wins (2-0 against QEII and 1-0 against CRHS), a 0-0 draw against RGS, and a 1-0 loss to SNHS. Despite the tough weather, the girls displayed…
Congratulations to the Year 8 Girls’ Football First Team, who secured 2nd place in last week’s inter-school tournament! The girls played some fantastic football and didn’t lose a single game. Well done also to the Year 8 Second Team, who put in a brilliant performance to finish 3rd overall. Their t…
Over the past two weeks, our Year 7 girls have taken part in the inter-schools football tournaments, competing against all other secondary schools on the island. The enthusiasm and team spirit on display was fantastic, with a brilliant turnout of players all keen to represent Ballakermeen. Many of…
Huge congratulations to our incredible Year 12 students – Lucy, Lily, Ella, Lucinda, and Holly – who were crowned winners of the One World Centre Isle of Man Charity Challenge last night! Charity Challenge invites students to research, support, and present on a small charity working in the developi…
17th March 2025 Dear Parent or Carer, We would like to invite you to our Year 10 Academic Review Day on Thursday 3rd April 2025. The event will be held in the school’s Sixth Form Centre between the hours of 8am and 7pm. The day will provide you with the opportunity to meet with your child’s Form Tu…
The deadline to submit an expression of interest for next year’s Ski Trip to France is Thursday 27th March 2025. To register your interest, please log into ParentPay, go to 'Pay for other items', and select 'Ski Trip 2026 Expression of Interest.' An information evening will be held on Wednesday 2nd…
Reminder: Non-Uniform Day – Friday 4th April Led by Langness house, suggested donations of £1 per family are welcomed, with all proceeds going to Langness’ house charity – Craig’s Heartstrong Foundation. Donations can be made via ParentPay – to be paid by Thursday 4th April. Please come to school i…
Congratulations to our Year 9 Girls' Football A Team, who had a fantastic performance at their recent tournament, going unbeaten all day and finishing 2nd overall, based on goal difference. Results: 3-0 win vs KWC 1-1 draw vs SNHS 0-0 draws vs RGS, CRHS, and QEII Every player was an absolute credit…
