Priestley College
URN: 144782 • Warrington WA4 6RD
Overview
- Name
- Priestley College
- URN
- 144782
- Type
- Academy 16-19 converter
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Gresty (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01925633591
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Loushers Lane, Warrington WA4 6RD
Summary
Priestley College, located in Warrington, is a mixed academy for students aged 16 to 19, with a capacity of 2,250 learners. Established in 1979, the college has a strong reputation for providing a diverse range of educational pathways, including over 70 A-Level, T-Level, and vocational courses. The college aims to inspire and support students to excel academically and personally, responding to the needs of the local community.
The college has made significant investments in its facilities, including a £1.5 million technology centre and modernised performing arts facilities, enhancing the learning environment for students. Priestley College is part of The Challenge Academy Trust, collaborating with local schools to improve educational outcomes in the Warrington area.
Recent achievements highlight the college's commitment to academic excellence, with record results reported for the Class of 2025. Ofsted has praised the inclusive culture and motivation of students, reflecting the college's ethos of fostering a supportive and engaging educational experience.
The college has made significant investments in its facilities, including a £1.5 million technology centre and modernised performing arts facilities, enhancing the learning environment for students. Priestley College is part of The Challenge Academy Trust, collaborating with local schools to improve educational outcomes in the Warrington area.
Recent achievements highlight the college's commitment to academic excellence, with record results reported for the Class of 2025. Ofsted has praised the inclusive culture and motivation of students, reflecting the college's ethos of fostering a supportive and engaging educational experience.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- CLICK HERE (calendar)
- OFSTED (download)
- Prospectus (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Admissions FAQs (other)
- Admissions Guidance 2025 (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Warrington and Vale Royal College (60.2)
- Priestley College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Warrington
- Age range
- 16 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 2250
- Pupils
- 0
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2017-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2250 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2250 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2250 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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