Great Times

Welcome back to a new school year at Great Ballard

Stories
August 27, 2025
We are excited to welcome everyone back for another fantastic year at Great Ballard! Whether you are returning or joining us for the very first time.
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News

Special guests attend Great Ballard's Prizegiving

News
December 15, 2023
West End stars and UK champion dancers brought excitment and entertainment to our end of year service, making the experience extra special for pupils and staff alike.
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Picture perfection in the GB community

News
December 15, 2023
We had over 150 entries in our photography competition this year, submitted by various members of the GB community. A special thanks to professional photographer Peter Flude, who kindly judged the shortlist.
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Year 8 Enterprise Trip to London

News
December 15, 2023
Year 8s gifted with a celebratory trip as the winners of last year's Enterprise Award.
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Stories

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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But what is M.A.P?

Stories
April 9, 2025
You know there is something wrong in your school when sport is solely about winning at all costs and cookery is about bringing home cookies and cakes in a Tupperware box.
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REV: Representing Excellent Values - Podcast

Stories
March 21, 2025
"Once you get over yourself," says Matt King, headmaster of Great Ballard School, you can have "the joy of appointing people who are so much better than you."
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