Progress Schools - Chorley

URN: 146353 • PR7 1BS

Overview

Name
Progress Schools - Chorley
URN
146353
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.7 / 100
Progress Schools - Chorley building in

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Vicky McDowell (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
Inspire Youth Zone, PR7 1BS
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Summary

Progress Schools - Chorley is an independent alternative education provider located in Lancashire, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of four pupils and a capacity for 35, the school focuses on delivering tailored educational support for young people who have faced challenges in mainstream education. The ethos of Progress Schools is centred on understanding individual student needs and aspirations, providing a nurturing environment that fosters personal and academic growth.

The curriculum at Progress Schools is designed to be flexible and responsive, allowing teachers to cover a range of subjects in smaller class sizes. This approach is complemented by a centralised curriculum developed by subject experts, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to achieve nationally recognised qualifications, including the Y11 terminal exams. The school aims to facilitate positive transitions for students, whether back into mainstream education or towards further education and employment.

In addition to academic support, Progress Schools promotes community engagement through initiatives such as the Community Learning Programme, which encourages students to participate in transformative educational experiences. The school is committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential in a supportive and inclusive setting.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
13 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
35
Pupils
4
Boys
0
Girls
4
FSM %
Open date
2018-11-08
Close date
2021-10-22
Last Ofsted
2019-06-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 4 0 4 35
2024-09-11 4 0 4 35
2023-09-11 4 0 4 35
2022-09-11 4 0 4 35
2021-09-11 4 0 4 35
2020-09-11 9 1 8 35

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