Fir Tree College
URN: 146039 • Wigan WN6 9JB
Overview
- Name
- Fir Tree College
- URN
- 146039
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Martin Taylor (since 2021)
- Previous head
- Daniel Bowman
- Telephone
- 01257251502
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Nook, Wigan WN6 9JB
Summary
Fir Tree College is an independent specialist college located in Wigan, dedicated to supporting young people aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). With a capacity of 50 students, the college provides a tailored educational experience designed to meet the individual needs of each learner, fostering personal growth and development.
The college focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. Although the website is currently under construction, it aims to showcase the personalised education approach that Fir Tree College offers, highlighting the commitment to empowering students through a curriculum that is responsive to their unique requirements.
As a mixed-gender institution, Fir Tree College plays an important role in the local community by providing essential educational opportunities for young people with SEND. The college is dedicated to ensuring that all students receive the support they need to achieve their potential and prepare for their future pathways.
The college focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. Although the website is currently under construction, it aims to showcase the personalised education approach that Fir Tree College offers, highlighting the commitment to empowering students through a curriculum that is responsive to their unique requirements.
As a mixed-gender institution, Fir Tree College plays an important role in the local community by providing essential educational opportunities for young people with SEND. The college is dedicated to ensuring that all students receive the support they need to achieve their potential and prepare for their future pathways.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hope School (78.5)
- Oakfield High School and College (76.6)
- TMP College (58.7)
- Expanse Learning Wigan School (53.8)
- Landgate School, Bryn (52.4)
Key details
- LA
- Wigan
- Age range
- 14 - 25
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 50
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 50 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 35 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 35 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 35 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 50 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 50 |
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