Entry to Prep

At Bridgewater Preparatory School, we give young individuals the tools they need to be everything that they can be. Our child-centred approach nurtures personal abilities and our highly experienced teaching staff are committed to giving every child the opportunity to flourish and enjoy their unique journey through to Senior School.

  • A safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
  • High staffing levels with specialist teaching in IT, Music. Forest School and PE
  • Close and helpful partnerships with parents
  • A wealth of extra-curricular and enrichment activities
  • ‘Extended Day’ provision for flexible wraparound care
  • A vibrant and diverse school community

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Making an application

Parents with children wishing to be considered for the Prep School are invited to make an appointment with the Head of Prep for a personal tour of the school together with an assessment of literacy and reading ability, plus competency in maths. Children are then able to spend an extended period of time with the class and class teacher to gain a real feeling for life at Bridgewater

To discuss an in-year place or to make an appointment for a personal tour, please contact Mrs Andrea Johnson on johnsona@bwslive.co.uk who will arrange a mutually convenient appointment date with the Head of Prep.

Open Events

We warmly invite parents and prospective students to visit us to gain a real feeling for life at Bridgewater and personal tours can be arranged all year round. Our next dedicated EYFS & Prep Open Morning takes place on Saturday 28th March 2026 – register your interest via the contact form>.

If it is not possible to attend, our Virtual Open Day experience enables online visitors to take a virtual tour of our grounds and facilities, hear from our Heads of Department, and see just why children are so happy here. Start now>

 

For us, achievement means so much more when it is coupled with true enjoyment.


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