Freedom of Information and Publication Scheme

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives the public a general right of access to information held by public authorities, including schools. This page explains how The Bridge School makes information available and how you can request information from us.

Publication Scheme

The Bridge School has adopted the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) model publication scheme for schools. This scheme sets out the classes of information that we routinely make available, how the information can be obtained and whether any charges apply.

You can find more information about the ICO model publication scheme on the Information Commissioner’s Office website.

Information we routinely publish

We routinely make the following types of information available via our website or on request:

  • School policies and procedures.
  • Governance information and membership details.
  • Curriculum and assessment information.
  • Ofsted reports and performance data where applicable.
  • Admissions arrangements.
  • Special educational needs (SEND) information.
  • Safeguarding and child protection policies.
  • Complaints procedures.

Much of this information is available on the Policies and Information pages of our website. If you are unable to find what you need, please contact us.

How to request information

If you cannot find the information you are looking for on our website, you can make a request for information under the Freedom of Information Act.

Please make your request in writing and provide as much detail as possible about the information you are seeking.

Requests can be sent to:

Freedom of Information Request

The Bridge School

[School postal address]

Email: admin@thebridge.halton.sch.uk

We may contact you if we need more information to identify the records you are seeking.

Response times

We will normally respond to your request within 20 school days or 60 working days (whichever is sooner), in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act.

Charges

In most cases, we will provide information free of charge. However, we may charge for photocopying, printing, postage or if a request is particularly time-consuming. We will inform you of any charges before proceeding.

Exemptions

Some information may be exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act or other legislation, for example where it relates to personal data or safeguarding. If we withhold information, we will explain why.

Complaints

If you are unhappy with the way your request has been handled, you can ask the school to conduct an internal review of the decision.

If you remain dissatisfied after the internal review, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner’s Office

Wycliffe House, Water Lane

Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF

Website: https://ico.org.uk