Blackburn College
URN: 130736 • Blackburn BB2 1LH
Overview
- Name
- Blackburn College
- URN
- 130736
- 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
- Fazal Dad (since 2025) , Principal & Chief Executive
- Telephone
- 0125455144
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blackburn College, Blackburn BB2 1LH
Summary
Blackburn College, located in Blackburn, Lancashire, is a mixed further education institution catering to students aged 16 and above. The college offers a diverse range of academic pathways, including A-Levels, vocational courses, and apprenticeships, aimed at preparing students for higher education or the workforce. In August 2025, the college achieved notable academic success, with over a quarter of A-Level grades awarded at A*-A and a 97.3% overall pass rate for BTEC qualifications.
The college partners with respected institutions such as Lancaster University and the University of South Wales, ensuring that a significant portion of its higher education courses are validated by these universities. This collaboration enhances the quality of education and provides students with valuable qualifications upon completion of their studies. Blackburn College is committed to regularly reviewing its curriculum to meet the evolving needs of students and the local community.
In addition to academic offerings, Blackburn College fosters a supportive environment for students, with various resources available for those looking to enhance their careers or return to education. The college is easily accessible and actively engages with the local community, hosting events and celebrating student achievements throughout the academic year.
The college partners with respected institutions such as Lancaster University and the University of South Wales, ensuring that a significant portion of its higher education courses are validated by these universities. This collaboration enhances the quality of education and provides students with valuable qualifications upon completion of their studies. Blackburn College is committed to regularly reviewing its curriculum to meet the evolving needs of students and the local community.
In addition to academic offerings, Blackburn College fosters a supportive environment for students, with various resources available for those looking to enhance their careers or return to education. The college is easily accessible and actively engages with the local community, hosting events and celebrating student achievements throughout the academic year.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's College (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-01-13
- 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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