Welcome to Early Years

In many ways, our early years are some of the most important in our lives. They help shape who we are, how we see the world, and the values we carry forward. That is why, in Early Years at Bridgewater School, we provide a nurturing environment that celebrates individuality, inspires curiosity, and lays the foundations for a lifelong love of learning.

Because every child deserves to feel valued, encouraged and inspired from the very start.

Life in Early Years at Bridgewater School

We found in Bridgewater a school that would work in partnership with us and would teach those learning, emotional and social skills in the early years to serve them through the rest of their lives.

- Bridgewater parents - EYFS & Prep

Foundational knowledge in communication, speaking, reading, writing and mathematics is well developed by skilled staff.

- ISI Inspection Report 2025

As parents, we could not be more pleased with Bridgewater School and with our daughter sharing her excitement to go back to school each day we pick her up. Eternally grateful.

- Early Years parents

Staff help the youngest children to recognise the importance of playing and learning together.

- ISI Inspection Report 2025

I am constantly amazed by what they have learnt at such an early age. The quality of teaching and learning is superb.

- Bridgewater parent - EYFS & Prep

Leaders in the early years provide opportunities for children to learn through play and exploration of the world around them.

- ISI Inspection Report 2025

It was hugely important to us that our son be in a place where he could feel safe and cared for. Bridgewater was that school.

- Kindergarten parents

Specialist teaching in Early Years

At Bridgewater School, our children in the Early Years Foundation Stage benefit from a rich and inspiring curriculum that goes beyond the classroom. We are proud that our youngest learners

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Students deliver CHICAGO: TEEN EDITION

The Senior School production of CHICAGO: TEEN EDITION brought Kander & Ebb’s legendary and award-winning musical to life, delivering an evening of theatre filled with style, confidence and outstanding young talent.

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Prep IV explore Tudor life at Ordsall Hall

Prep IV enjoyed an unforgettable historical adventure at Ordsall Hall last Thursday, bringing their Tudor history topic vividly to life. The visit gave the children the chance to explore a

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RSPB Big Birdwatch across the school

This term, pupils across the school have been enthusiastically taking part in this year’s RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch, developing a deeper understanding of nature while contributing to an important national

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