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The British School of Watchmaking is an independent institution which looks for students with the ability, aptitude and desire to become the exceptional watchmakers the modern market requires.
To produce highly skilled qualified watchmakers in the UK by ensuring the continued development of standards to meet with the current and future needs of the industry.
Serving the UK watch industry since 2006 with hundreds of graduates and counting. Everyone of our graduates has been retained within the watch industry.
For our watchmaking courses we consider CV’s, then inviting candidates to an assessment day to find those with the right qualities. Our polishing courses are generally first come first served, we may however group students based on previous experience.
The British School of Watchmaking currently offers three internationally recognised courses. All courses are full time and taught Monday to Friday. Follow the links below for further details on our courses.
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Spring 2023
I am proud to have attended the British School of Watchmaking for the WOSTEP 3000-hour course from 2013-2015.
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the school, gaining an in-depth knowledge of horological theory and manufacturing techniques alongside the repair and servicing of timepieces. The course helped me to further develop the essential skills of dexterity, attention to detail and patience, alongside a real passion for the art of watchmaking.
I graduated from the British school of watchmaking recently in December 2019 having completed the 1800-hour course.
I currently work for Deacons jewellers in Swindon who I have worked for from the age of 16 years. I started my apprenticeship servicing clocks but found my true passion in repairing watches. Deacons and The Houlden Group gave me the opportunity to attend the school and I’m so glad and grateful that they did.
I work for H. Johnson and Son, a family jewellers in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. With the support of my employers I attended the British School of Watchmaking in 2019 on the 1800 hours course.
This course focuses on servicing principles and horological theory. It provides you with a holistic approach to watch servicing and helps you to apply your acquired knowledge to models and movements you may have not yet worked with.
In December 2019 I graduated from the WOSTEP 1800 Hour Programme. I found the tutors to be very supportive and the other attendees and myself formed a very close-knit group. The course is quite intense with lots to learn and perfect within the 12 months.
I graduated from the school in December 2023 after completing the 1800-hour course.
Starting with minimal experience in watchmaking, the program equipped me with all the practical and troubleshooting skills necessary to transition directly into a professional role.
