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

School Newspaper

April 7, 2026
Catch up with the latest edition of our student newspaper and find out about what's going on from the students' perspective.
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Great Ballard announces new partnership

March 27, 2026
Great Ballard announces new partnership with Seasons
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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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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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