Great Times

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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News

Picture perfection in the GB community

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

December 15, 2023
Year 8s gifted with a celebratory trip as the winners of last year's Enterprise Award.
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GB sees the launch of Service & Leadership Dinners

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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Stories

How to get your child Reception ready

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

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

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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