Bridge College open evening - 24th February
24 February 2021
If you’re thinking about applying to Bridge College, your first step is to get in touch. Our friendly team can arrange a visit and help you decide if this is the right place for you.
Bridge College
Bridge College is the first step to an independent, happy adult life for our learners.
Based in Manchester, we offer specialist education for students aged 16 to 25 with learning difficulties, disabilities, complex health needs and autism. Every day we provide personalised support, tailored learning and hands-on life skills to give young people the confidence to exceed their aspirations.
Come and be amazed at what you can achieve!
If you can’t find the information you need contact college reception on 0161 487 4293 or by email.
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Join our community
More than 100 people make up Team Bridge, from specialist tutors and therapists, to our incredibly skilled support staff and wider team.
Find out what it's like working with us and see our latest vacancies online.
“Thank you for making Morgan’s first year a really enjoyable one. He has learnt so much and has had guidance from so many wonderful people”.
‘Morgan’s family, 2019’.
Morgan's family, 2019
Helpful information
Helpful information
College opening hours
Our day starts at 9 am and finishes at 3.30 pm.
Contact details
Bridge College
Openshaw Campus
Whitworth Street
Manchester
M11 2GR
0161 487 4293
Admin@bridgecollege.ac.uk
Sara Bayley, Head of Service
Jeremy Swinn, Acting Head of Bridge College
Paul Adams, Chair of the Governing Body
Admission process
When a young person applies to Bridge College, we want to make sure they get the right support. Here are some tips to help with your application.
- Come and visit us before applying, to make sure we’re the right place for you
- Work with us early so we can understand your needs and put the right support in place for September (we like to start this as early as March)
- Work with the transition staff in your school and let them know you want to attend Bridge College
Get in touch today to arrange your visit.
Learn more about our application process
Read our prospectus
Remote Learning Policy
Click here to read our remote learning policy for 2020/2021
Ofsted report
We're proud to have been awarded 'Good' in our most recent inspection. Read our latest Ofsted report online.
Our facilities
At Bridge College, we’ve designed a space where everyone can thrive. Our students love the hydrotherapy pool and 4D sensory learning space. Not to mention our accessible gardens, specialist bikes and wheelchair swing. Come and see for yourself.
Book a visit
Supported Internship Programme
At Bridge College, students can prepare for the world of work through our work skills, work experience and supported internship programme. We want everyone to leave feeling confident for their future. Find out more about our Supported Internship Programme.
Policies
Our policies help to create a safe and supportive environment where our students can thrive.
You can download and read our policies online.
Covid-19 Risk Assessments
Click here to find out further information on the Covid-19 Risk Assessments.
