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

The benefits of school trips to new countries

December 15, 2023
Our Senior French trip in September highlights just how beneficial trips abroad can be for students.
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Great Ballard STEM Day

December 15, 2023
Along with local primary school pupils, children from Years 5 and 6 gathered together for a day celebrating all things STEM related with a variety of competitions and teamwork challenges.
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Year 6 tackle the South Downs Ways

December 15, 2023
For their first big residential of Year 6, pupils plotted their own route and planned a hike along the South Downs Way.
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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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