Programme of events

  1. Enrichment / Independent study afternoons- every Wednesday afternoon
  2. Sixth Form bonding event with ‘Adventure Now’ – September
  3. Independent Learning Projects in Year 12 (which may lead to an AQA AS level Extended Project Qualification in Year 13)
  4. Greater Manchester Police: Safe Drive Stay Alive event – November
  5. Range of outside speakers (covering topics such as Higher  Education, Apprenticeships, Finance, Studying Abroad etc)
  6. Visit to UCAS Higher Education Convention – February
  7. Leadership Team – running student council, leadership team etc.
  8. Charity work supporting many local and national charities including St Ann’s Hospice, Macmillan Cancer Support and Friends of Rosie
  9. Academic tracking and support
  10. A range of clubs organised and run by the Sixth Form (e.g. Medics Society and Model United Nations)
  11. Workshops and taster days at local universities (including Edge Hill and Lancaster)

The best way to see why students are so happy here, is to see the school for yourself and experience everything it has to offer.


Focus on wellbeing 2025

We believe that education extends beyond the classroom and that nurturing the social, emotional, physical and practical wellbeing of our students is just as important as academic success. This term,

Read more

Recognising DofE excellence

More than just an extra-curricular programme, the Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award Scheme is a transformative experience that challenges young people to step outside their comfort zones, build resilience and

Read more

Murder Mystery Evening Thursday 3rd July

Saddle up and get ready for a rip-roarin’, rootin’-tootin’ good time! After the mighty success of last year’s Murder Mystery shindig, the staff of Bridgewater School are fixin’ to bring

Read more

Creative excellence: June Artist of the Month

At the heart of our school’s creative spirit lies the Art Room – a space where imagination takes flight and ideas are transformed into powerful expressions. Here, the value of Inspiration

Read more