Bridgewater School
URN: 105992 • Manchester M28 2WQ
Overview
- Name
- Bridgewater School
- URN
- 105992
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 47.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Judy Nairn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01617941463
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Drywood Hall, Manchester M28 2WQ
Summary
Bridgewater School is an independent co-educational institution located in Manchester, providing education for children aged 3 to 18. With a current enrolment of 467 pupils and a capacity of 540, the school prides itself on a family ethos that nurtures individuality and supports each student's personal journey. Established in 1950, Bridgewater School has maintained a commitment to fostering a stimulating and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Bridgewater encompasses Early Years, Preparatory, Senior, and Sixth Form education, with a focus on holistic development rather than solely academic results. The school emphasizes the importance of discovering individual potential through a diverse range of activities and small class sizes, which facilitate personalized attention and support. This approach has contributed to consistently strong examination outcomes, including impressive A Level and GCSE results.
Bridgewater School also promotes community engagement and extracurricular involvement, offering various enrichment programs such as the recently launched Flying Club and cultural events that celebrate global heritage. This commitment to a well-rounded education ensures that students not only excel academically but also develop essential life skills and a sense of belonging within the school community.
The curriculum at Bridgewater encompasses Early Years, Preparatory, Senior, and Sixth Form education, with a focus on holistic development rather than solely academic results. The school emphasizes the importance of discovering individual potential through a diverse range of activities and small class sizes, which facilitate personalized attention and support. This approach has contributed to consistently strong examination outcomes, including impressive A Level and GCSE results.
Bridgewater School also promotes community engagement and extracurricular involvement, offering various enrichment programs such as the recently launched Flying Club and cultural events that celebrate global heritage. This commitment to a well-rounded education ensures that students not only excel academically but also develop essential life skills and a sense of belonging within the school community.
Useful links
- Absence reporting (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Careers programme (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Enrichment programme (sen)
- Learning support (sen)
- Pastoral (sen)
- Welcome (sen)
- Subject information (sen)
- Events calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Rowan Tree Primary School (72.9)
- The Manchester Metropolitan University (68.7)
- Delamere School (67.1)
- Springside (65.6)
- Longford Park School (65.3)
Key details
- LA
- Salford
- Age range
- 3 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 540
- Pupils
- 467
- Boys
- 246
- Girls
- 221
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1950-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 467 | 246 | 221 | 540 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 474 | 250 | 224 | 540 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 457 | 258 | 199 | 540 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 457 | 258 | 199 | 540 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 447 | 242 | 205 | 540 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 487 | 250 | 237 | 540 | 0.00 |
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