GB celebrates a week of diversity

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February 2, 2022

Monday saw the start of a series of events relating to race, gender, religion, and sexuality, all to celebrate a week of diversity discussions here at GB. Our Head of PSHE and Key Stage 4 Personal Development Lead, Joanne Sykes, has create a brilliant schedule of thought-provoking, debate-inducing, and inspirational experiences between a wide range of professionals and our pupils. From Eirene Donohue (US script writer) promoting visibility of East Asians in Hollywood, to Rowena Samarasinhe (International sports lawyer) celebrating women and girls in sport, and Elias Vouzounis (F3 Senior House Officer), discussing sexuality and diversity, our pupils have become even more aware of the power of celebrating diversity and exploring important issues that impact us all.

GB sees the launch of Service & Leadership Dinners

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December 15, 2023
Friday, 18th November saw the launch of our Service and Leadership dinner series. We are very proud to be one of the few schools in the country that recognises our pupils’ contributions beyond the classroom with the awarding of Service and Leadership scholarships, and this was an opportunity for our current group of Year 9 scholars to host an evening.
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The benefits of school trips to new countries

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December 15, 2023
Our Senior French trip in September highlights just how beneficial trips abroad can be for students.
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Great Ballard STEM Day

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December 15, 2023
Along with local primary school pupils, children from Years 5 and 6 gathered together for a day celebrating all things STEM related with a variety of competitions and teamwork challenges.
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