THANK YOU AND GOOD LUCK
It has been an honour to be a part of the Simon Balle community.

Despite only being a student at Simon Balle for the past 2 years, my Sixth form experience will hold some of the fondest memories of my academic life. At the beginning of year 12, I believed that ...joining a new school would be extremely intimidating. However, the overwhelming kindness, support, and attentiveness from both students and staff allowed me to develop into the most confident, determined, and joyful version of myself, who I had not yet met. I can only thank Simon Balle for giving me the opportunity to flourish both personally, and academically, with the ability to challenge myself, and take on obstacles that I did not believe I was capable of.

Year 13 was a particularly memorable year, with a sense of community and togetherness among my peers in a very stressful time in our lives. Whether it was running together in the colour run, teaming up for our sixth form quiz, or contemplating how to structure our coursework during free periods, the students at Simon Balle were what really made it special.

As one of the student presidents involved in delivering speeches to young people and parents, I don’t think that any of my speeches can capture just how much Simon Balle has done for me. I am only grateful to have been able to call myself a representative, and give back to the school by getting involved in everything and anything I possibly could.

Thank you to all the amazing staff who have supported me through this journey, and to those I never had the chance to meet. I will be forever jealous of the next students representing our sixth form, and wish you all the best in your academic journeys.

Thank you and good luck!

Tahlia
Student President
2025-2026

SEE SIMON BALLE
Photos and websites can tell you a lot about a school, but nothing compares to seeing it for yourself.

Our Open Day gives prospective Reception and Year 7 families the chance to step inside Simon Balle All-through School and experience our school community ...first-hand.

Explore our Primary and Secondary phases, see our learning environments, meet the people who make Simon Balle such a great place to learn and hear directly from our Co-Headteachers.

Most importantly, bring your questions. Choosing a school is an important decision, and our Open Day is your opportunity to find out what life at Simon Balle could look like for your child.

Saturday 26th September 2026
08:30-12:30

We can’t wait to welcome you.

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WHAT A FIRST DAY!
What an amazing first day of Year 7 Summer School!

It was fantastic to welcome all of our new starters to Simon Balle today and see so many new friendships, smiles and exciting first experiences already taking place.

A quick reminder that our Year 7 ABC ...Summer Challenges are underway, helping students get ready for September through Academic, Belonging and Culture.

READING CHALLENGE
Our Summer Reading Challenge is a fantastic opportunity to discover exciting books, develop vocabulary and confidence, explore new ideas and begin to discover the values and culture of our school community.

WOW ME! PROJECT
Don't forget to bring your Wow Me! Project to the library tomorrow! This is your chance to showcase your passions, interests and talents. Whether it's a hobby, skill, collection or something you're proud of, we can't wait to see what makes you, you!

We can't wait to see everyone again tomorrow for another brilliant day.

Our Simon Balle journey starts here.

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THANK YOU & GOODBYE
"I would like to say thank you to all the staff at Simon Balle for the most wonderful seven years. They have had a huge part to play in everything I’ve gained over my time here and everything I’ll receive in the near future. A paragraph outlining all the things ...I’ve learned and experienced wouldn’t signify the amount of gratitude I feel towards each and every member of staff; and ultimately, it would be way too long. But despite that, a few words to express my thanks feels absolutely necessary.

Simon Balle has catered to my every need in ways I would never have imagined when I chose it all those years ago. I came from my primary school alone and yet the feeling of loneliness has been completely absent. I like to think I’ve got involved in as much as I could during my school years, but at Simon Balle I think it would be physically impossible to get involved in absolutely everything as their are always different things happening. At times I have felt overwhelmed and nervous with the amount of activities that have been available to me. However, what I now understand is that every individual extra curricular activity has moulded me in a way that only the exceptional staff at Simon Balle could have thought. In addition, throughout your school years it’s necessary to feel overwhelmed and nervous in order to grow and excel. The Simon Balle staff have helped me grow and excel beyond expectations. Genuinely, whether it be Mr Moses asking me to do athletics each week, or Mrs Owen asking me to do a speech on open day, I’ve always been supported unconditionally and come out of it for the better; with a skill that I didn’t have before. More than anything, I’ve seen how the staff have helped other students around me, students that wouldn’t necessarily have got involved as much at another school. But at Simon Balle, everyone is encouraged to be the best version of themselves and it is truly inclusive. Of course I have been taught many academic lessons and the quality of teaching has been incredible: seen in the amazing grades year after year. Although, the staff here also prioritise the type of teaching that can’t be quantified, the type that goes beyond a test or an exam, the type that will literally change a person’s life for the better. Predominately, it is the moments and memories that shape someone’s school years and I couldn’t have asked for any better or any more memories and moments.

It’s bittersweet leaving Simon Balle, and, even in the few months that I’ve been off, I’ve missed the excitement of being in and around the school grounds. I’m sad to be saying goodbye to everything and everyone that I’ve got so comfortable with over that last seven years, but all I can do is trust in the confidence and skills that Simon Balle has supplied me with going forward.

Thank you and goodbye."

Charlie R
School President 2025-26

RIVER LEA ART TRAIL
Our bench has officially taken its permanent place in Little Hartham this week.

After many hours of painting, we are so incredibly proud of the final piece. The sheer creativity of everyone who submitted designs to the final design is to be commended—your talent ...made this possible.

A massive thank you to Jade Dawn and East Herts Council for giving our young artists this amazing opportunity to leave their mark on the community.

Go check it out next time you're in the park!

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SUMMER STORIES: DOMINIC
We love hearing about what our students are getting up to during their summer break, and last week we heard all about Dominic’s incredible experience this year.

At the beginning of 2026, Dominic was accepted onto the Cambridge Higher Aspirations Scheme (CHAS) ...for Natural Sciences (Biological), run by Gonville & Caius College at the University of Cambridge.

Through online supervision sessions, Dominic explored topics including cell signalling, protein dynamics, protein-protein interactions and homeostasis, culminating in an essay exploring the Hallmarks of Cancer.

His journey continued this summer with a place on the CHAS Residential, an opportunity offered to just 1 in 8 applicants. During the residential, Dominic took part in sessions focused on university applications, super-curricular activities and personal statements, before celebrating his graduation from the programme alongside his parents.

What an incredible experience and a fantastic example of our students making the most of opportunities beyond the classroom.

Well done, Dominic. We cannot wait to see where this journey takes you next.

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