Open Events

Visit one of our open days or arrange an individual visit.

We firmly believe that the best way to experience our individual approach is to enjoy a personal visit, so we are delighted to welcome parents and prospective students to Bridgewater School all year round. Open events are held at various times throughout the school calendar and provide the perfect opportunity to experience our inclusive and nurturing atmosphere and see for yourself just why children are so happy here.

Details of our forthcoming open days can be found below. Please register your interest via email to admin@bwslive.co.uk or complete our contact form>.
Open Events 2024-25

Sixth Form Open Evening – Tuesday 7th October 2025, 6pm to 8pm
Whole School Open Day – Saturday 8th November 2025, 10am to 2pm
Senior School Entrance Exam – Monday 3rd November 2025 to Friday 23rd January 2026. Please see Senior School Admissions for further details
EYFS & Prep Open Morning 2026 – Saturday 28th March 2026, 10am to 1pm

You can also arrange a private weekday appointment by contacting Mrs Andrea Johnson on 0161 794 1463 or email johnsona@bwslive.co.uk. Alternatively please click here to take a virtual tour around our inspirational grounds and facilities.

Looking around the school is a revelation. It really is refreshing to see everything Bridgewater has to offer.


Young pilots soar at RAF Cosford

Nineteen students from Years 7-13 recently enjoyed an unforgettable enrichment trip to Royal Air Force Museum Cosford, organised for members of the Bridgewater Flying Club. All students on the visit

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Curiosity takes flight in Senior School

This year’s British Science Week provided an inspiring opportunity for pupils across the whole school to embrace the theme “Curiosity: what’s your question?”. From our youngest learners to our Senior School

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Prep pupils celebrate British Science Week

Pupils in the Prep Department at Bridgewater School embraced British Science Week 2026 with enthusiasm and imagination, exploring this year’s theme: “Curiosity: what’s your question?”. Throughout the week, children were encouraged

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Developing informed and independent learners

As part of Bridgewater School’s Sixth Form Enrichment Programme, Year 12 students recently participated in a carefully designed educational visit to Manchester, aimed at supporting their progression beyond Sixth Form

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