Prep School – Curriculum Overview

Life does not consist of separate compartments of experiences. Everything has a cause, effect and implications for the wider world. Our Topic Curriculum reflects this. For example the science of investigating whether our climate is changing also has geographical, historical and environmental implications. It inspires debate and awareness of current affairs. Children understand the principles of all subjects but develop awareness that there are a multitude of connections with everything we learn.

Inspiring every individual

The core subjects of literacy and numeracy are taught each morning.  PE and music are taught by specialist teachers. We foster a sense of being one whole school by utilising the strengths, expertise and skills of teachers from our Senior department whenever possible. We utilise all relevant teaching areas within our school such as our sports hall, 3G pitch and drama studio. These initiatives help to ensure a smooth transition for our pupils from Key Stage 2 to 3.

We have curriculum enrichment weeks in the summer term when we focus on a wide variety of cross curricular topics such as the Olympics, local history or VE Day.

We are always striving to develop our curriculum to ensure that it continues to inspire our children and to fulfil the aims of our school.

“Pupils learn effectively and achieve well.”

ISI Inspection Report 2025

Our highly experienced teaching team is committed to bringing hidden talent and undiscovered potential out into the light.


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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