Welcome to Bridge College
At Bridge College, we offer specialist education for students aged 16 to 25 with learning difficulties, disabilities, complex health needs and autism.
A bridge to new skills, where students thrive and belong.
Read our prospectus
Helpful information
College opening hours
Our day starts at 9 am and finishes at 3.00 pm.
Contact details
Bridge College
Openshaw Campus
Whitworth Street
Manchester
M11 2GR
0161 487 4293
Admin@bridgecollege.ac.uk
John Cannon, Principal 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.
Work with the transition staff in your school and let them know you want to attend Bridge College
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)
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.
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.
Policies
Our policies help to create a safe and supportive environment where our students can thrive.
You can download and read our policies online.
Learn more about Bridge
Our approach
At Bridge College, our students are at the centre of everything we do.
Curriculum
Our flexible curriculum means students can make choices about their education.
Facilities
Our college is a state of the art, purpose-built building located in Openshaw, Greater Manchester.
