Students develop key Bikeability skills

As more people are being encouraged to take up cycling and enjoy all the benefits that this brings, mastering the skills to ride safely on our roads is key. This is why we give students the opportunity to improve their riding proficiency through an annual Bikeability programme.

The course, led by qualified instructors and funded by the Department for Transport, enables students to learn on carefully selected routes and is designed to give young riders the practical skills, understanding and awareness needed to cycle safely on today’s roads. The training also has a positive impact on pupils’ wellbeing a they learn vital life skills; gaining independence, confidence and a real sense of accomplishment.

Bikeability is offered free of charge to students in Years 7 or 8 and incorporates two hours of instruction (Level 1) on the school playground, followed by up to six hours of instruction (Level 2) on carefully selected roads to give cyclists realistic training with expert supervision. Pupils who have already completed Level 1 will then work to achieve their Level 2 award.

We believe that individuals count. So we are interested in what makes us all different. Not just what makes us the same.


Sixth Form Open Evening 2025

At Bridgewater Sixth Form, our aim is to help every student develop a true sense of who they are and what they can achieve. We do this through exceptional focus,

Read more

Rooted in science, grounded in nature

For twenty years in the Prep Department, Mr Grant has been igniting curiosity, nurturing young minds and opening up the world of Science for the next generation of learners. Now

Read more

Celebrating Year 11 GCSE results 2025

We are delighted to share the fantastic achievements of our Year 11 students in this year’s GCSE examinations. As a year group they have excelled themselves, with every student contributing

Read more

Maxwell Prize recognises holistic endeavours

We are incredibly proud to announce that our nominee for the ISA Maxwell Prize 2025, Olly, has been awarded Second Prize. The annual award recognises the achievements of Year 6

Read more