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

ESU Shakespeare Competition

March 27, 2026
Great news from the ESU Shakespeare Competition. One of our Year 7 pupils has made it to the finals!
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Great Ballard Sports Bulletin

March 20, 2026
Learn more about our sports team in our sports bulletin.
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Curiosity in Action: Science at Great Ballard

March 20, 2026
Imagine if every lesson started with curiosity… “What’s your question?” – it’s a simple prompt that sparks great science. This theme for British Science Week perfectly captures how our science teachers aim to inspire your child at Great Ballard.
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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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