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Redefining Education

Stories
April 22, 2025
Redefining Education: How Small Independent Schools Like Great Ballard Are Pioneering a Forward-Thinking Curriculum that Teaches Children Not Just How to Learn but How to Live
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Great explorations at GB!

News
December 15, 2023
From the classroom to an Antarctic base camp, our youngest pupils have been very busy exploring!
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GB celebrates a week of diversity

News
December 15, 2023
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GREAT big changes to the Pre Prep playground

News
December 15, 2023
GREAT changes to the Pre Prep playground will see new areas for our STEAM curriculum and lots of collaborative spaces.
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Stories

Welcome from the Heads of School

Stories
August 28, 2024
Welcome to a new term and academic year at Great Ballard!
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Reception Ready

Stories
July 24, 2024
School readiness is a term that is often used to describe the skills and attributes that children require before their first term in their Reception Class of their school. Often this phrase can cause lots of confusion, however it is more about the child's physical, social and emotional development than academic ability. Here are some tips and tricks to help guide you through the summer months prior to your child having their first day in their new Reception Class.
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The Power of Treating People Differently

Stories
April 3, 2024
Neurodiversity week is not just about celebrating difference. It’s also about considering the power of treating people differently, approaching them as individuals and working out how to get the very best out of everyone.
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