Burnley College
URN: 130735 • Burnley BB12 0AN
Overview
- Name
- Burnley College
- URN
- 130735
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karen Buchanan (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01282733373
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Princess Way, Burnley BB12 0AN
Summary
Burnley College, located in Burnley, Lancashire, offers further education for students aged 16 and above. The college provides a diverse range of academic and vocational courses, catering to the needs of its mixed-gender student body. The academic year for 2025/26 begins on 1 September 2025 for first-year students, with various term dates outlined for breaks and holidays throughout the year.
In addition to its academic offerings, Burnley College places a strong emphasis on sports enrichment through its Elite Athlete Programme and the Academy of Sport. These initiatives provide talented athletes with access to professional coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and support services, including sports psychology and nutrition advice. The college collaborates with local sports teams, such as Burnley FC and Sale Sharks, to enhance the training experience for students.
Burnley College is committed to fostering a supportive community, encouraging personal development and academic success. With a focus on both education and extracurricular activities, the college aims to prepare students for future challenges in their chosen careers or further studies. For more information, visit their website at www.burnley.ac.uk.
In addition to its academic offerings, Burnley College places a strong emphasis on sports enrichment through its Elite Athlete Programme and the Academy of Sport. These initiatives provide talented athletes with access to professional coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and support services, including sports psychology and nutrition advice. The college collaborates with local sports teams, such as Burnley FC and Sale Sharks, to enhance the training experience for students.
Burnley College is committed to fostering a supportive community, encouraging personal development and academic success. With a focus on both education and extracurricular activities, the college aims to prepare students for future challenges in their chosen careers or further studies. For more information, visit their website at www.burnley.ac.uk.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Senior Management (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Policies, Procedures and Public Value Statement (other)
- View our prospectuses (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Harassment & Sexual Misconduct Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Thomas Whitham Sixth Form (55.2)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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