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About Priestley College
Priestley College is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 16 to 19. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher James Gresty, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -1.71 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 5.1. Additionally, ranked 3117th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 13 in Warrington.
Priestley College parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (18 responses).
On-site facilities at Priestley College include Dining Hall, Library, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Science Labs, Astro Turf, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Martial Arts, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Science Club, Model UN, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Warrington, Priestley College is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 16 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Loushers Lane, Warrington, Warrington, WA4 6RD |
| Headteacher | James Gresty |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 90 |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-1.71)
3117th of 3,141
Nationally
440th of 445
In North West
12th of 13
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Ofsted Parent View
18 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
Facilities
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Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Priestley College
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Loushers Lane, Warrington
Warrington, WA4 6RD
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