Priestley College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Priestley College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Warrington WA4 6RD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
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University Application Support: Students benefit from talks with guest speakers to support applications to Russell Group and Oxbridge universities.
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: Students attend university and apprenticeship fairs and receive drop-in support from careers advisers.
Alumni Networks/Career Fairs: Students attend university and apprenticeship fairs.
Career Advice and Guidance: A wide range of unbiased, impartial careers advice prepares students well for their next steps.
Policies and Procedures: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Staff are confident concerns will be dealt with swiftly.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Students feel safe and know who to contact if they have any concerns.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students access a wide range of additional activities including the Duke of Edinburgh鈥檚 Award scheme and British Sign Language.
Work Experience/Internships: Students participate in work placements and simulation activities with employers.
Support for Sports/Arts: Dance students participate in local performances and workshops with leading choreographers.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Students plan charity events and engage in community performances.
Academic Performance: Most students progress to higher-level study at university or gain employment.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Leaders swiftly support students who fall behind with targeted interventions.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most students are polite, motivated, and demonstrate high respect for teachers and peers.
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: Students study a blend of vocational and A-level programmes across a range of subjects.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are appropriately qualified and maintain vocational currency through industry workshops.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers provide useful feedback that helps students improve and gain confidence.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use recall and retrieval strategies to recap prior learning effectively.
Strengths/Challenges: A few teachers do not sufficiently consolidate students鈥� learning or challenge them to deepen understanding.
STEM Facilities: T-level engineering students learn about electronic principles and participate in simulation activities.
School Culture and Ethos: Students speak highly of the inclusive culture and feel a sense of pride studying at the college.
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Priestley College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Cheshire, North West.
from age 16-19 yr.
92.40% 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 | 31.5 | 14.3 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.75 | 14.3 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.20% | 4.47% | 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 | 805 | 283 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 42.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 13.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 30% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 10.67% | 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 | 35.96 | 18 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.08 | 15.22 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.3% | 5.4% | 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 | 1029 | 358 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 53.71% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 9.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 21% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 12% | 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 | 29.71 3 | 23.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.22 3 | 23.03 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.5% | 5.3% | 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 | 932 | 330 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 54.17% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 11.83% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 21.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.5% | 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 | 26.83 | 22.61 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.31 | 21.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.5% | 7.96% | 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 | 61 | 12 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 193 | 60% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 24.33% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3% | 4.22% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 | 3rd 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 |
