Pre-Prep and Lower Prep Open Morning

There are many reasons parents choose Ballard at Reception… ​

We are an ISI ‘excellent & outstanding’ school  whose teaching is ‘lively and inspiring’ (Good Schools Guide). ​

​Our Reception pupils make the most of every opportunity with specialist teachers for Dance, PE, Sport, Music, Gymnastics, Yoga and Mindfulness, and Forest & Beach School, and from Year 1, French. Children also get to: use our iPads and 75” interactive screens; enjoy weekly Cooking, Art and meet the librarian sessions; and have fun with topic-led lessons, Maths and Literacy from our experienced year group specialists.​

Children thrive in and out of the classroom with small class sizes and outstanding opportunities, Ballard’s nurturing community offers a holistic education, helping each child to reach their potential, instilling a love of learning and having lots of fun on the way.​

Ballard’s facilities are exceptional with everything your child will need during their school journey, whatever their interests. Highlights include: a Performing Arts Centre as well as a separate music block and dance studio; three libraries with two librarians; five science labs, two DT rooms and three food tech rooms; an Olympic sized Astro, fully equipped sports hall, outdoor pool, basketball and tennis courts. There are two Forest School sites and plenty of room to explore and play on the 34-acre site.  ​

Ballard was a finalist for both Independent School of the Year (Performing Arts) and ISA School for Art & Design; Highly Commended for Sport (ISA) and shortlisted for Co-Educational School of the Year.

Join our journey through Pre-Prep and Lower Prep to discover why Ballard is the best start for your child. To book your place, please contact Laura Legg, our Registrar: registrar@ballardschool.co.uk