Great Times

Fieldwork at Great Ballard: Geography That Gets Mud on Its Boots

May 1, 2026
Some of the best geography lessons don’t happen at a desk. They happen in wellies, on windy beaches, or halfway up a hill with a notebook in hand and a slightly squashed packed lunch. That’s where theory stops being theory and starts making sense.
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News

Great Ballard Art Exhibition 2024

December 11, 2024
Last week we hosted our first ever whole school Art Exhibition at Great Ballard. Thank you to all who attended and we look forward to seeing you all next year for the annual show.
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24-hour Milton read-a-thon

November 15, 2024
We were delighted to be part of an online 24-hour read-a-thon of all of Milton's works (a Miltonathon). Readings came from all around the world in the 24-hour period.
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Centenary Project Winners Announced

November 8, 2024
The Junior, Senior and Overall winners of our Centenary Project competition have been announced!
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Stories

Living With Purpose: Service, Leadership and the Power of Helping Others

April 16, 2026
Living With Purpose: Service, Leadership and the Power of Helping Others
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Choosing the Right School for Your Child

April 7, 2026
Choosing the Right School for Your Child: What Really Matters (A West Sussex Parent’s Guide) - Choosing the right school can feel overwhelming. Great Ballard’s Admissions Registrar shares honest, practical advice to help parents find the right fit.
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Inspiring Readers

March 6, 2026
As World Book Week draws to a close, I would like to ask for your support in encouraging our students to read more.
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