Great Ballard School
School summary
A small, family-scale independent school near Chichester, Great Ballard educates around 250 pupils from the age of two right through to GCSE, giving younger children a long and settled stretch in one place. Founded in 1924, it remains a day school under Headmaster Matthew King. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it good overall in its most recent inspection, with personal development singled out as excellent and all compliance standards met. With its modest size, it suits families looking for an intimate setting rather than a large, bustling institution.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
42%
National average 23%
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 10 May 2023
Teaching & academics
Academic results are a genuine strength: 42% of GCSE grades fell in the 9-7 range, well ahead of the national average of 23%. The sciences feature prominently among popular subjects, with Physics, Chemistry and Biology all well represented alongside Mathematics, History and French. A notable 24% of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is used to working with a range of learning needs within its small classes.
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Popular GCSE subjects
Headmaster · Matthew King
Beyond the classroom
The Brian Jay award for all-rounders signals that contributions beyond the classroom are recognised and valued. The school's broad two-to-sixteen age range allows pupils to take on responsibility and develop over a long period.
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1924
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 24.38%
- EHC plans
- 2.48%
Mobile phone policy
Students may bring mobile phones but must hand them in to form tutors at start of day, returned at end of day
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,910 - £22,800
Means tested bursaries available
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A small Sussex day school where strong GCSE results meet excellent personal development. Best suited to families who want an individual, close-knit environment.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.