Burnley College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Burnley College
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Burnley College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Burnley BB12 0AN
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Adult learning programmes | Outstanding |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
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University Application Support: Level three students are aware of various university courses
Career Advice and Guidance: Most students receive effective careers advice through tutorial sessions
Policies and Procedures: Leaders ensure safeguarding training for all staff upon start
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Designated Safeguarding Lead is appropriately trained
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Managers follow safe recruitment practices to ensure safety
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students participate in WaterAid projects and Worldskills competitions
Work Experience/Internships: Meaningful enrichment activities like additional sport qualifications
Support for Sports/Arts: Students gain additional qualifications in sport
Academic Performance: Students make excellent progress on their courses
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students are respectful, punctual, and prepared to learn
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: Students on advanced vocational programmes gain necessary technical skills
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Tutors provide clear targets and helpful feedback
Teacher Engagement: Tutors and trainers provide a very caring learning environment
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Most tutors use effective questioning to enhance understanding
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Governors set high expectations for quality and challenge senior leaders
Strengths/Challenges: Feedback variability; some students receive overly positive feedback
School Culture and Ethos: Students feel welcome, valued, and enjoy coming to college
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Burnley College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Lancashire, North West.
from age 16-99 yr.
88.60% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.98 | 24.49 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.62 | 23.76 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.70% | 9.6% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 946 | 451 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 49.7% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 9.3% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 25.2% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 11.5% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.86 | 26.59 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.42 | 26.26 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.4% | 14.27% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1555 | 524 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 44% | 55.7% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 6.65% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 19.15% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 12.9% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 27.69 3 | 25.53 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.34 2 | 22.34 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.6% | 9.5% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 999 | 494 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 40% | 53.05% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 9.74% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 21.68% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 10.63% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.36 2 | 26.74 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.56 2 | 25.24 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.8% | 11.43% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 161 | 67.05% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 7.63% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 16.79% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 5.16% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.72 | 21.18 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.91 | 22.11 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.4% | 8.29% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 160 | 67.48% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 18% | 6.62% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 19.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 4.57% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
