Simon Balle School

Simon Balle School Official page for Simon B***e All-through School, Hertford. Creating Tomorrow's Citizens Today

WELCOME TO SIMON B***E, YEAR 7!Today marked the exciting beginning of a brand-new chapter for our new Year 7 students as...
02/09/2026

WELCOME TO SIMON B***E, YEAR 7!
Today marked the exciting beginning of a brand-new chapter for our new Year 7 students as they joined the Simon B***e community.

It was a fantastic first day, filled with introductions, an exciting Enrichment Fair and their first few lessons. We loved seeing everyone settling in, exploring their new surroundings and beginning to get to know the people who will be part of their journey.

And, of course, you all looked incredibly smart in your new Simon B***e uniforms!

We hope you’ve had a fantastic first day and that you’re already beginning to feel at home.

At Simon B***e, belonging matters. It’s about being part of something bigger, building friendships, supporting one another and growing together. Today was just the beginning of what we hope will be an amazing journey.

Welcome to Simon B***e, Year 7. We’re so pleased to have you with us!

WELCOME BACKWe’re delighted to have opened our gates and begun a brand-new academic year at Simon B***e All-through Scho...
02/09/2026

WELCOME BACK
We’re delighted to have opened our gates and begun a brand-new academic year at Simon B***e All-through School.

Yesterday, our staff came together for a day of training, focusing on what matters most: building a strong school culture, fostering a true sense of belonging and making every single day at school absolutely unmissable.

Today, it was wonderful to welcome our Reception, Year 7, Year 12 and Year 13 students back into school. It has been fantastic to see our school community come back to life and to welcome so many new faces.

Tomorrow, Thursday: all year groups return to school.

Whether you’re feeling excited, nervous or a mixture of both, that’s completely normal. Starting a new academic year or taking the next step in your journey is a big moment, but you’re not doing it alone. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Here’s to a fantastic year ahead. We’re ready for it!

OPEN DAY | BOOK YOUR CO-HEADTEACHERS' SPEECHOur All-through Open Day is just around the corner, and we are looking forwa...
02/09/2026

OPEN DAY | BOOK YOUR CO-HEADTEACHERS' SPEECH
Our All-through Open Day is just around the corner, and we are looking forward to welcoming prospective Reception and Year 7 students and their families to Simon B***e on Saturday 26th September, 08:30-12:30.

Come and explore both our Primary and Secondary phases, meet our staff and students, discover our curriculum and enrichment opportunities, and experience what makes Simon B***e such a special place to learn.

NEW: Booking is now open for our Co-Headteachers' speeches.

Our Co-Headteachers, Mrs Rachel Kirk and Mr Michael Moss, will give presentations throughout the morning, providing an opportunity to hear more about our vision, values and approach to education.

Speech times:
• Secondary: 09:00
• Primary: 09:45
• Secondary: 10:30
• Secondary: 11:15

The speeches are free, but spaces are limited, so please book a ticket for each person attending who requires a seat.

BOOK YOUR SPEECH TICKET:
Book your Co-Headteachers' Speech
https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/annual-gala-6399

No booking is required to attend the Open Day itself.

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

We look forward to welcoming you to Simon B***e.

PARENT SURVEY FEEDBACKOne of the best ways to understand how well we are doing, and to help shape our next steps, is thr...
29/08/2026

PARENT SURVEY FEEDBACK
One of the best ways to understand how well we are doing, and to help shape our next steps, is through the feedback we receive from our stakeholders.

We are delighted to share that, in our recent Parent Survey, over 90% of parents agreed that their children are happy at Simon B***e, with 45% strongly agreeing.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable and plays an important role in helping us celebrate what is working well while continuing to improve the experience we provide for all our students and families.

YEAR 7 SUMMER SCHOOLWhat a fantastic three days it has been welcoming our new Year 7 students to Simon B***e All-through...
28/08/2026

YEAR 7 SUMMER SCHOOL
What a fantastic three days it has been welcoming our new Year 7 students to Simon B***e All-through School.

An incredible 96% of our new Year 7 cohort joined us for Summer School, making this one of our most successful Summer Schools yet.

Across the three days, students have enjoyed a fantastic programme combining high-quality academic activities, pastoral support and a wide range of enrichment opportunities. From exploring new subjects and getting to know their teachers, to working together, trying new activities and making new friends, our new students have already begun to experience what makes Simon B***e special.

Most importantly, our students have been brilliant. They have thrown themselves into activities, engaged positively with staff and one another, and shown us exactly what they can achieve when given the opportunity.

Summer School has been about much more than simply preparing for September. It has been an opportunity to build relationships, establish expectations and create a real sense of belonging before the new school year begins.

We cannot wait to welcome our new Year 7 students back in September and continue the journey together.

A huge thank you to all of the staff who gave their time, energy, enthusiasm and care to make the three days such a success.

Year 7, you have made an amazing start. We are looking forward to seeing what you achieve.

THANK YOU AND GOOD LUCKIt has been an honour to be a part of the Simon B***e community.Despite only being a student at S...
27/08/2026

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

Despite only being a student at Simon B***e 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 B***e 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 B***e 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 B***e 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 B***EPhotos and websites can tell you a lot about a school, but nothing compares to seeing it for yourself.Our...
27/08/2026

SEE SIMON B***E
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 B***e 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 B***e 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 B***e could look like for your child.

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

We can’t wait to welcome you.

WHAT A FIRST DAY!What an amazing first day of Year 7 Summer School!It was fantastic to welcome all of our new starters t...
26/08/2026

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 B***e 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 B***e journey starts here.

THANK YOU & GOODBYE"I would like to say thank you to all the staff at Simon B***e for the most wonderful seven years. Th...
26/08/2026

THANK YOU & GOODBYE
"I would like to say thank you to all the staff at Simon B***e 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 B***e 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 B***e 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 B***e 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 B***e 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 B***e, 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 B***e, 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 B***e has supplied me with going forward.

Thank you and goodbye."

Charlie R
School President 2025-26

RIVER LEA ART TRAILOur bench has officially taken its permanent place in Little Hartham this week.After many hours of pa...
26/08/2026

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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Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
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