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Bridgewater Park Primary School

Bridgewater Park Primary School

Halton, WA7 2LWPrimary School·Ages 3-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

66%

Capacity

93

Pupils

4.3x

Demand

About Bridgewater Park Primary School

Bridgewater Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 93 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Bridgewater Park Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ashleigh Hudson, it falls under Halton local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7755th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 43 in Halton.

Bridgewater Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 3 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Bridgewater Park Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Bridgewater Park Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressPlantation Close, Bridgewater Park Primary School, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 2LW
HeadteacherAshleigh Hudson
Local AuthorityHalton
Number of Pupils93
Free School Meals (FSM)60.0%
School Capacity93 / 140 (66% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

10 May 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Declined
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires improvement

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)

7755th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 57%

1102nd of 2,065

In North West

Top 53%

23rd of 43

In Halton

Top 53%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

60%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 101
Expected:70%
Higher:10%
Writing
Expected:70%
Higher:10%
MathsAvg Score: 100
Expected:70%
Higher:0%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +24%

'22/23

36%

'23/24

60%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Art StudiosDining HallOutdoor PlaygroundICT SuiteSensory RoomSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

FootballDanceAthleticsTennisSwimmingRoundersNetball

Clubs & Activities

ChoirChessBook Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

3

Applications

13

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio4.3x
0x1x2x3x5x+

3 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bridgewater Park Primary School

Bridgewater Park Primary School has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01928563838www.bridgewaterpark.halton.sch.uk/

Plantation Close, Bridgewater Park Primary School, Runcorn

Halton, WA7 2LW

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Plantation Close, Bridgewater Park Primary School, Runcorn

Halton, WA7 2LW

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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