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.


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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