Great Times

WHAT SETS GREAT BALLARD APART FROM OTHER SCHOOLS?

June 4, 2026
A blog post from Matt King explaining what sets Great Ballard apart from other schools.
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News

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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Child-lead charity event for the Dogs' Trust

December 15, 2023
The Spartans hosted a charity dog walk and bake sale to support the Dogs' trust, their chosen charity for the year. There were children's treats, dog treats, and plenty of Easter treats on a gloriously sunny final day of term.
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Stories

The Power of Treating People Differently

April 3, 2024
Neurodiversity week is not just about celebrating difference. It’s also about considering the power of treating people differently, approaching them as individuals and working out how to get the very best out of everyone.
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Beyond the Classroom with Computer Science

March 4, 2024
In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the traditional approach to teaching Computer Science has transformed into an interactive experience. From hands-on learning with LEGO and robots, to integrating real-world enterprise scenarios.
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The Power of Talk & Finding One's Voice

February 13, 2024
We all know the power of a kind word or how the chance to talk things out can change our perspective and lift our mood. Empowering our students to use their voices and making sure they are listened to is central to our school culture.
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