Contact our Registrar if you are interested in joining Ballard in Year 7 for 2026 or 2027 and beyond.
Year 7 (2027) Admissions Day will take place on Saturday 14 November 2026.
The day offers an opportunity to experience a little of life@ballard whilst mixing with other pupils and meeting key staff. Pupils will be welcomed into small groups led by a dedicated staff member (Group Leader) and should arrive between 8.30 – 8.40 am. The fun starts at 9.00am with an ice-breaker session followed by a carousel of six activities that includes, DT, Music, Science and Sport. Refreshments will be provided through the day and parents are warmly invited to return after lunch to meet our team and other families.
To give you a better sense of what to expect, we have just released a short video featuring pupils who have experienced Admissions Day first-hand. Their insights offer a genuine perspective on what the day is like, and you may watch it here.
In Year 7, Ballard expands from two classes to four, blending our current pupils with all our new pupils. We are really proud of our pupils and welcome like-minded pupils who are ready to thrive in our inclusive, dynamic community. Offers to pupils will be made on a best-fit basis before the Christmas break.
We are seeking pupils who possess a positive character and will:
• show enthusiasm for School life;
• embrace new opportunities;
• demonstrate kindness and acceptance; and
• live our Ballard values, including curiosity, kindness, honesty, and respect.
Year 7 Harry Potter Trip
Our Year 7s were recently inspired during their visit to the world-famous Warner Bros. Studio Tour, The Making of Harry Potter. Pupils explored original sets, costumes and props from the films, with many enjoying the green screen experience where they posed for a game of Quidditch.
They also took part in a Theatre Crafts Art and Design workshop, learning how costume designers use weathering and distressing techniques to tell stories on screen. The day ended with a visit to the gift shop, much to the pupils’ excitement.
You can view the photobook here.
