Ballard School

Fernhill Lane, New Milton, BH25 5SU

Independent school for ages 2–16 in New Milton. Mixed intake, Protestant/Evangelical.

Ballard School is a non-selective independent school in New Milton, Hampshire, for boys and girls aged 2 to 16. It has nursery classes and a Protestant/Evangelical religious character with a Church of England ethos.

The school describes a forward-thinking curriculum and an aspirational, academic and holistic education. It says pastoral care is rooted in kindness, respect and Christian values, and presents school life as broad, with sporting, cultural, artistic and academic clubs and activities.

Its ISI inspection in May 2025 found standards met and safeguarding standards met.

Ages 2–16 · All-through

475 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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