Great Times

Why Studying Languages is More Important than Ever

Stories
October 24, 2025
This summer saw a flurry of reports talking about the catastrophic decline in language-learning
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News

IET Faraday Challenge

News
December 4, 2024
Go Beyond students participated in the Faraday Challenge Day, designed to be cross curricular and cover hands on activities spanning science, technology, engineering and maths.
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Great Ballard Art Exhibition 2024

News
December 11, 2024
Last week we hosted our first ever whole school Art Exhibition at Great Ballard. Thank you to all who attended and we look forward to seeing you all next year for the annual show.
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24-hour Milton read-a-thon

News
November 15, 2024
We were delighted to be part of an online 24-hour read-a-thon of all of Milton's works (a Miltonathon). Readings came from all around the world in the 24-hour period.
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Stories

The Power of Student Voice

Stories
October 14, 2025
If it really is true that 96% of people consider themselves to be good listeners, then I’m especially embarrassed to count myself in the failing five.
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Welcome back to a new school year at Great Ballard

Stories
August 27, 2025
We are excited to welcome everyone back for another fantastic year at Great Ballard! Whether you are returning or joining us for the very first time.
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Back to school jitters?

Stories
August 8, 2025
It may have reached that point in the holidays when you are gathering school uniform, debating the merits of the school shoes they love versus the school shoes you think are more sensible and you are starting to see the signs of some start of term anxiety from your child.
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