Helping Your Child Thrive Through the Teenage Years
Dear Parents and Carers,
Is your child approaching their teenage years?
Would you like to understand how their brain is developing—and learn practical ways to support them through this time?
Do you want to turn the ...teenage years from a battlefield into a time of connection and growth?
We’re excited to invite you to our Talking Teens Workshop:
Monday 18th May 2026
7pm – 9.30pm
The Library, Simon Balle All-through School
This popular, interactive workshop is run by Supporting Links, specialists in parenting support through workshops, courses, and mentoring. It’s not a lecture — it’s a hands-on, engaging session designed to help you:
Understand the teenage brain and why teens take risks
Recognise the emotional and physical changes during adolescence
Connect behaviour to feelings
Learn how to prevent arguments from escalating
Discover effective negotiation strategies with your teen
You’ll leave with practical tools to improve communication, encourage positive behaviour, and strengthen your relationship with your child.
Previous attendees said:
“Excellent teen brain explanation. Very well delivered and engaging session.”
“The workshop really made me think about what is going on for my son and how I try to deal with his behaviour. Just a couple of small changes have made a huge difference. Thank you so much."
Cost: £10 per person as we are subsidising half the cost of attending
Places are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Subsidised places are available for families receiving Universal Credit.
📌 Book your place now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talking-teens-from-child-to-adult-851-for-simon-balle-school-tickets-1808166387339?aff=oddtdtcreator
If you have questions, please contact Noushin Rahman-Blake at Supporting Links:
📞 01442 300185 | 📧 info@supportinglinks.co.uk
Supporting Links is an independent company. Rest assured, no personal information will be shared with the school.
Simon Balle All-Through School
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Simon Balle School
1 hours ago
Helping Your Child Thrive Through the Teenage Years
Dear Parents and Carers,
Is your child approaching their teenage years?
Would you like to understand how their brain is developing—and learn practical ways to support them through this time?
Do you want to turn the ...teenage years from a battlefield into a time of connection and growth?
We’re excited to invite you to our Talking Teens Workshop:
Monday 18th May 2026
7pm – 9.30pm
The Library, Simon Balle All-through School
This popular, interactive workshop is run by Supporting Links, specialists in parenting support through workshops, courses, and mentoring. It’s not a lecture — it’s a hands-on, engaging session designed to help you:
Understand the teenage brain and why teens take risks
Recognise the emotional and physical changes during adolescence
Connect behaviour to feelings
Learn how to prevent arguments from escalating
Discover effective negotiation strategies with your teen
You’ll leave with practical tools to improve communication, encourage positive behaviour, and strengthen your relationship with your child.
Previous attendees said:
“Excellent teen brain explanation. Very well delivered and engaging session.”
“The workshop really made me think about what is going on for my son and how I try to deal with his behaviour. Just a couple of small changes have made a huge difference. Thank you so much."
Cost: £10 per person as we are subsidising half the cost of attending
Places are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Subsidised places are available for families receiving Universal Credit.
📌 Book your place now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talking-teens-from-child-to-adult-851-for-simon-balle-school-tickets-1808166387339?aff=oddtdtcreator
If you have questions, please contact Noushin Rahman-Blake at Supporting Links:
📞 01442 300185 | 📧 info@supportinglinks.co.uk
Supporting Links is an independent company. Rest assured, no personal information will be shared with the school.
Simon Balle School
17 hours ago
THE WELCOME RETURN OF INTER-HOUSE SPORT
A great day of competition at today’s Year 9 Inter-House Sport.
Here are a few highlights from this morning’s Boys Rounders event, where students represented their houses with real passion and pride. The standard of play was excellent ...throughout, with several standout moments including sharp fielding, well-judged catches, and strong teamwork across all form groups.
It was particularly encouraging to see the level of commitment and sportsmanship on display, with every player contributing to a competitive and enjoyable morning.
More images from the event are available on the @simonballesport Instagram page.
#simonballeallthroughschool #simonballe #simonballesport
Simon Balle
17 hours ago
THE WELCOME RETURN OF INTER-HOUSE SPORT
A great day of competition at today’s Year 9 Inter-House Sport.
Here are a few highlights from this morning’s Boys Rounders event, where students represented their houses with real passion and pride. The standard of play was excellent ...throughout, with several standout moments including sharp fielding, well-judged catches, and strong teamwork across all form groups.
It was particularly encouraging to see the level of commitment and sportsmanship on display, with every player contributing to a competitive and enjoyable morning.
More images from the event are available on the @simonballesport Instagram page.
#simonballeallthroughschool #simonballe #simonballesport
Simon Balle
1 days ago
THE MINI MARATHON IS BACK
It might be called “Mini,” but it’s a truly big event.
We’re excited to be taking part again in the lead-up to the London Marathon 2026. Since 2020, more than one million children have taken on this incredible challenge, and we’re proud to be part of... it.
This year is extra special as Miss Baker has secured a ballot place in the London Marathon. The Mini Marathon is a fantastic opportunity for our school community to show support and get behind her as she prepares for the big race.
The format for the day will remain the same as last year, with the majority of students completing the 2-mile run during their PE lesson.
All students will come into school in correct SBS PE KIT and take part during their allocated timeslot.
P1 - 10C
P2 - 10E 8E & 8C
P3 - 7C plus Year 12
P4 - 9E & 9C
P5 - 11C & 7E
Please speak to one of the PE staff if you have any questions or concerns. We look forward to you having lots of fun and taking on this great challenge.
Before this year’s event, we felt it right to REWIND and take a quick glimpse at last year’s efforts.
#simonballeallthroughschool #simonballesport #minimarathon
Simon Balle School
2 days ago
POSITIVE ATMOSPHERE FOR LEARNING
A fantastic start to the new term today. The school felt especially calm throughout the day, creating a positive atmosphere for learning.
It was wonderful to welcome students back and to see them return with such focus and purpose following a well ...deserved rest.
This afternoon, we visited a number of Year 7 lessons and it was a pleasure to see students so engaged and enjoying their learning.
A positive beginning to the term ahead.
#simonballeallthroughschool #simonballe #simonballeschool
Simon Balle
2 days ago
POSITIVE ATMOSPHERE FOR LEARNING
A fantastic start to the new term today. The school felt especially calm throughout the day, creating a positive atmosphere for learning.
It was wonderful to welcome students back and to see them return with such focus and purpose following a well ...deserved rest.
This afternoon, we visited a number of Year 7 lessons and it was a pleasure to see students so engaged and enjoying their learning.
A positive beginning to the term ahead.
#simonballeallthroughschool #simonballe #simonballeschool