Great Times

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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News

GB Seniors Hit the Slopes in France

News
April 9, 2024
Trip success for Tom Anderson, Head of Adventure, as he led his first GB Ski Trip in March 2024.
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IET Faraday Engineering Competition

News
April 8, 2024
Great Ballard Pupils Excel at IET Faraday Engineering Event
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A Trip to Butser Ancient Farm

News
April 8, 2024
Our Year 3 & 4 pupils had a great day out exploring life in Roman and Saxon times.
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Stories

How to get your child Reception ready

Stories
November 25, 2021
Important milestones are dotted along our pathways as we travel through life – none more so than when young children begin their journey into education. As parents you find yourself challenged with a big decision: who to trust with the care and education of your most precious commodity. Schools are around every corner...but how do you know which is the right one for you, and more importantly for your child?
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How Great Ballard does PSHE

Stories
September 30, 2021
Some may ask, PSHE, what is that? It has been given many acronyms over the years and you may recall something similar from your own school days. As well as various name changes, the curriculum has recently been updated to reflect the multifaceted and rather complex society in which we live.
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Mental health

Stories
February 19, 2021
How have your students adjusted to the new way of working and what’s been the impact on their mental health? What signs should parents look out for to ensure their children are coping? Some Top tips please!
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