Bridgewater Park Primary School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Plantation Close, Bridgewater Park Primary School, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 2LW |
| Headteacher | Ashleigh Hudson |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 93 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.0% |
| School Capacity | 93 / 140 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
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
1102nd of 2,065
In North West
23rd of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
13
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
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.
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Contact Information
Plantation Close, Bridgewater Park Primary School, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 2LW
Plantation Close, Bridgewater Park Primary School, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 2LW
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