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

Prep production brings the magic
The summer term of 2025 saw our Key Stage 2 pupils dazzle audiences with a vibrant and heartwarming performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR – a beloved tale of
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Making waves for a meaningful cause
Bridgewater School is proud to celebrate the inspiring efforts of Miss Danielle Armstrong, our dedicated Kindergarten teacher, who is nearing the end of a remarkable self-set challenge – swimming the
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Gabriel awarded prized maths honour
At Bridgewater School, we pride ourselves on nurturing intellectual curiosity and academic excellence in every student. This February, our Year 7 and 8 pupils embraced a unique opportunity to challenge
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GCSE Art and Design Gallery
As part of our annual Music, Art & Design Showcase, this year’s Art and Design Exhibition offered a striking celebration of imagination, innovation and skill from our talented Year 11