Welcome to Senior School

At Bridgewater School, we believe that holistic education is about shaping character as much as achieving results.

Our ethos places equal importance on academic ambition and personal development, ensuring every student is encouraged to explore their potential while fostering respect, resilience and responsibility. By offering a rich variety of team and group activities, alongside outstanding teaching, we empower every individual to flourish, both in and beyond the classroom.

Life in Senior School

The difference with Bridgewater is that the school enables a broader spectrum of children to achieve their best and develop holistically.

- Bridgewater parent - Year 7

Effective curriculum planning supports pupils to transfer skills and knowledge from one subject area to another with confidence.

- ISI Inspection Report 2025

I just wanted to say that this school is amazing and I am so happy I go here. I wake up every school day excited to come to school.

- Senior School student - Year 8

The school actively promotes pupils' confidence and self-esteem through providing extensive opportunities to support their emotional wellbeing.

- ISI Inspection Report 2025

I know that the education he received from Bridgewater will help him grow as an individual and give him all of the tools he needs to be successful in life.

- Former Bridgewater parent

The school's value of inclusivity is integral to all aspects of the school's provision.

- ISI Inspection Report 2025

I have come to realise over the years just how rare it is to find a school and community like Bridgewater. One so open and welcoming and whose staff never fails to extend help or kindness.

- Former Senior School & Sixth Form student

Transforming lives through charity drive

We are so proud of our Bridgewater School community who have truly demonstrated the power of togetherness and compassion this spring. Pupils across the school came together to support the

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Senior School awards recognise excellence

Yesterday’s Senior School annual awards assembly was a wonderful celebration of student achievement across a wide range of disciplines, including Art, Modern Foreign Languages, Drama, Sport, Music and Debating, with

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Preparing for the future in Sixth Form

Independent Learning Projects Year 12 students recently completed their Independent Learning Projects (ILPs), a cornerstone of the Sixth Form enrichment programme and a key stepping stone towards the Extended Project

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Firefighters bring learning to life

Our Prep children recently enjoyed an exciting and memorable visit from Eccles Fire Station, organised with the support of Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service. This hands-on experience brought their

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