Back-to-back county championships
Our men’s first team delivered an outstanding performance, securing a 6–1 victory over Reaseheath in the Cheshire Cup Final. A dominant display from start to finish, with six different goalscorers: Rupert Welsh, Seb Brownbill, Ben Clarke, Archie McParland, Kian McCarron, and Player of the Match Myles Prinsep. One more fixture remains – an away game… Continue Reading Back-to-back county championships
Alumnus lands designer role
Priestley College alumnus John Sutton has successfully progressed into the creative industry after securing a role as a Junior Designer at PDS Media, where he works with nationally recognised brands. John studied BTEC Level 3 Graphic Design and Photography at Priestley College and is now developing his career at PDS Media, a creative agency that… Continue Reading Alumnus lands designer role
Day of music for Viola Beach
On Friday we paid tribute to the talent and achievements of Viola Beach – a decade after their passing. It was a day filled with pride as we reflected on everything the band achieved in such a short space of time, and the lasting legacy they continue to hold here at college and across the… Continue Reading Day of music for Viola Beach
Rugby Academy crowned national champions
A massive congratulations to our rugby academy who secured an impressive 18–4 victory over Bishop Burton Hull FC Development Academy to become College National Cup Champions! This incredible achievement reflects the hard work, commitment, and teamwork shown by the players and coaching staff throughout the Cup campaign. The Priestley College Development Academy is part of the… Continue Reading Rugby Academy crowned national champions
Sophie’s focus on career in firefighting
A FORMER Priestley student whose goal is to become a firefighter this week reflected on her experiences so far. Sophie Tanner, who achieved three Distinction*s in Protective Services at college, is now at University of Lancashire studying BSc Fire and Leadership studies. “The support and belief all the Protective Services staff at Priestley had in… Continue Reading Sophie’s focus on career in firefighting
Leading way for young elite athletes
Priestley College continues to lead the way with supporting talented athletes in education in England, having once again been accredited by an innovative Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS) initiative. The Sport England-backed programme supports young sportspeople on the talent pathway to have the opportunity to gain qualifications alongside their sporting pursuits, follow other interests, as… Continue Reading Leading way for young elite athletes
STEM students visit top uni lab
STEM students visited a laboratory at the University of Manchester to gain an in-depth understanding of modern analytical techniques. Jaycen Ledgerton-Cooper, Olivia Lester, Sophie Flemming, Sophia Strashnova and Kei Nam Chan met Dr Ilya Strashnov, Faculty Lead for Elemental and Physical Characterisation, during the inspiring visit. As part of their A-Level Chemistry, students synthesise ethyl… Continue Reading STEM students visit top uni lab
Thomas graduates from Oxford
Huge congratulations to one of our former students, Thomas Shaw, who recently graduated from Oxford University after completing his Chemistry degree and is now moving on to start his PhD at the University of Liverpool. Thomas achieved four A*s in his A-Levels at Priestley and was one of the first students to benefit from the OxNet programme. He said:… Continue Reading Thomas graduates from Oxford
Results Day to remember at Priestley
PRIESTLEY College’s Class of 2025 secured one of its best sets of results ever after two years of hard work and dedication. With more students taking A-Levels at the sixth form college than any other local institution, an incredible 100% pass rate was achieved in 31 of the academic subjects, with 60% of these students… Continue Reading Results Day to remember at Priestley
Spanish learners’ success rewarded
Congratulations to our A-Level Spanish students who successfully completed the Junior European Ambassador program this year. They have learned about European politics and culture as well as developed key skills such as teamwork, initiative, presentation, research, creativity and communication.
Students’ photos in national online gallery
YOUNG photographers from Priestley College have seen their work published in a national online gallery. The students’ work was selected after they entered the London Met’s Photography FE Competition. Annie Boyne and Freya Dunn were the first and second runners-up in the ‘Your Places’ category. Annie secured another runner-up spot in the ‘Your Things’ competition… Continue Reading Students’ photos in national online gallery
Student success in science olympiad
Some amazing results for our student scientists in their Biology, Chemistry and Physics Olympiads. Congratulations to everyone who took part, not only your achievements, but also your commitment to taking on these challenges as extracurricular challenges. In the Royal Society of Biology’s Olympiad our students joined others from around the country to take part in… Continue Reading Student success in science olympiad
Stellar year for Sport Priestley
Sport Priestley has enjoyed a stellar year and celebrated all those individual and team successes at its annual awards. The event – sponsored and hosted by Warrington Town FC – was a celebration of sporting and academic achievements. Sport Performer of the Year – as voted for by her fellow students – was footballer Darcy… Continue Reading Stellar year for Sport Priestley
Teacher praised for raising bar
A TEACHER at Priestley College has been rewarded for her dedication and excellence in dance education. Jo Novoa Bradley has received a Rambert Grades Examination Award after her cohort’s success last year which saw Priestley become the highest-performing centre in the North of England for the qualification. She was praised for her ‘outstanding achievement’, which… Continue Reading Teacher praised for raising bar
Cambridge trip for cohort
Before Easter, 10 students from Priestley’s Year 12 High Achievers’ cohort participated in a trip to University of Cambridge. Despite a blown-out tyre on the A14 , the students arrived at Sidney Sussex College in good spirits. They took part in excellent workshops on Personal Statements and admissions throughout their overnight stay. These were kindly… Continue Reading Cambridge trip for cohort
Actor’s masterclass for Priestley
AN ACTOR who has starred in shows featuring Austin Butler and Jack O’Connell returned to Priestley College to provide an acting masterclass for the current cohort. Corin Silva, who studied Drama at Priestley, ran the workshop as part of the college’s Acting For Camera specialism. “It’s great to see young people so full of energy… Continue Reading Actor’s masterclass for Priestley
Priestley footballers secure treble
Priestley College’s footballers were crowned national champions yesterday (Tuesday) after a 5-0 win in the final played at Accrington Stanley’s ground. Their victory in the AoC/ECFA National Cup Final completed an incredible treble, adding to their Cheshire Cup and North West Colleges Division 1 title. “These lads have just cemented their place in Priestley’s history… Continue Reading Priestley footballers secure treble
‘If you don’t quit, you never fail’
AN ACTOR who has starred in shows featuring Austin Butler and Jack O’Connell returned to Priestley College to provide an acting masterclass for the current cohort. Corin Silva, who studied Drama at Priestley, ran the workshop as part of the college’s Acting For Camera specialism. “It’s great to see young people so full of energy… Continue Reading ‘If you don’t quit, you never fail’
Making their mark on the world
APPRENTICES who discovered their path in life at Priestley College are already making a difference in the world. The Priestley alumni returned to college recently to inspire the current cohort with their success stories and shared top tips on how to progress into industry. Among them was Eliza Fox who is now working as an… Continue Reading Making their mark on the world
Friends’ mission to make a difference
TWO students from Priestley College have taken on a marathon challenge to raise money and awareness for mental health in young men. Best friends Brad Meah and Callum Keenan, who both study T-Level Engineering, are running 200 miles in March and have already raised over £1,000 for Movember. For Brad the decision to test his… Continue Reading Friends’ mission to make a difference
Stage is set for a bright career
A FORMER Priestley student returned to college to inspire the current cohort who are bringing magic to the theatre stage. Darcy Bowler is now studying at RADA – one of the oldest and most prestigious drama schools in the UK – and is thriving on her production arts course. On her return to Priestley the… Continue Reading Stage is set for a bright career
Kamila wins book review competition
A PSYCHOLOGY student with plans to become an investigative journalist has won a competition to have her work displayed in a bookstore. Kamila Olszewska won the competition that was run as part of the Psychology course at Priestley College after reviewing the book Brainwashing by Kathleen Taylor. “I picked that book to review because we… Continue Reading Kamila wins book review competition
Award for top Priestley cadets
THREE students from Priestley College have received His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant’s Cadet Award for Endeavour. Cadet Petty Officer Grace Moss, Cadet Flight Sergeant Shauna Smyth, who are both on the college’s Protective Services course, as well as Cadet Sergeant Harry White were honoured. In her commendation, Grace was acknowledged for her ‘exemplary commitment to service’ during… Continue Reading Award for top Priestley cadets
Working towards a greener future
STAFF from Priestley have completed training in how to become more carbon literate. The college’s team of Progress Tutors attended the training at Manchester Metropolitan – the world’s first university to ever help its own students become carbon literate. Philippa Barton, who attended the training, said: “We were looking at what we could do to reduce our… Continue Reading Working towards a greener future
Good deed for local food bank
Protective Services students from Priestley College filled two vans full of supplies for Warrington Foodbank. Among the students was Lavinia Burcea and other members of her team they called Merry Meals who joined forces with the congregation at St John’s United Reformed Church in their efforts. “My living room was full and it took two… Continue Reading Good deed for local food bank
Debating Society leads the way
After weeks of preparation, members of Priestley’s Debating Society competed in the English Speaking Union’s prestigious MACE Debating Competition, which has run since 1957. Pheobe McMahon, Jessica Bairstow and Aidan Carter took on Bolton School Girls’ Division, opposing the motion ‘This House supports the implementation of a four-day school week.’ Priestley’s main speakers argued against… Continue Reading Debating Society leads the way
John takes oars in rebrand
A STUDENT has helped with the rebrand of a youth rowing organisation that has become popular across the region. John Sutton stepped in after Warrington Youth Rowing approached Priestley College looking for help in its transition to becoming All Aboard Youth Rowing. The former Bridgewater High pupil worked in his own time on the project… Continue Reading John takes oars in rebrand
Student art exhibited in gallery
Congratulations to our Art Foundation students who will have their work exhibited this weekend and next at The Dory Gallery in Llangollen. The students joined in a series of workshops at the Bryntysilio Outdoor Education Centre, exploring practical elements of drawing, printmaking, photography and textiles-based land art. Their experience of moving through the landscape during many walks… Continue Reading Student art exhibited in gallery
Speaker puts focus on youth work
Youth worker John Harper, from BYP (Broomfield Youth Project), visited Priestley last week to talk with Childcare and Early Years students about his career in youthwork, the different ways in which children and youth services support children and young people and potential volunteering opportunities in the local area.
Students who make the news
Two Priestley students have seen articles published by one of the largest newspaper groups in the UK. Jon-Paul Wakefield and Amelia Davies have both written features for the Young Reporter scheme ran by Newsquest, which publishes local papers such as the Warrington Guardian. JP said it was a great opportunity after completing his Journalism course… Continue Reading Students who make the news
Priestley into National finals
Priestley secured back-to-back North West seven-a-side championship wins to make the AoC national finals. They progressed from the groups to beat Aquinas 2-0 in the semi-final. After a 0-0 draw in the final against a very defensive Winstanley side, the fourth penalty saw a massive save from Alfie Blakeley. Seb Brownbill then converted the final… Continue Reading Priestley into National finals
Priestley Remembers
Priestley would like to thank its Protective Services students and staff for organising a moving and poignant Remembrance Service. Thank you also to those who read, performed and provided technical assistance. Below is a shortened version of a reading by Tutor Paul Mackinnon. Hope and fear, dark and light, are words we might all… Continue Reading Priestley Remembers
University laboratory visit for students
YOUNG scientists of tomorrow’s world got an inspiring glimpse of their own futures during a recent university visit. Priestley College took them to see a chemistry laboratory at the University of Manchester where they gained an in-depth understanding of modern analytical techniques. “For me, the best part was having the IMS spectrometer demonstrated,” said former… Continue Reading University laboratory visit for students
Erin secures BBC apprenticeship
A JOURNALISM student from Priestley College has secured a prestigious apprenticeship with the BBC. Erin Ivey, who also studied A-Levels in Law, Politics and Psychology, was selected ahead of thousands of others for the Level 5 apprenticeship which will see her working as a journalistic researcher. “A few years ago I looked into what I… Continue Reading Erin secures BBC apprenticeship
Students pursue careers in Medicine
TWO former Priestley students who received offers to study Medicine returned to college to share the good news with their former teachers. Sadie Johnstone and Noore Saba, both of whom studied Chemistry at Priestley, met Shahida Khanam and Lewis Edwards-Yates to thank them for their support in securing places at University of Liverpool. “Both Sadie… Continue Reading Students pursue careers in Medicine
Results Day Success 2024
PRIESTLEY College students had a lot to celebrate on Thursday as they collected their results and looked forward to bright and varied futures. Overall Priestley’s Class of 2024 secured a 100% pass rate across 56 courses and more than 1,000 high grades across the provision. The cohort received over 440 offers from the Russell Group… Continue Reading Results Day Success 2024
Priestley student wins Sixth Former of the Year
A PRIESTLEY student has been named Sixth Former of the Year at the Student Social Mobility Awards. Sophie Colledge, who is also a Priestley College ambassador, travelled to London for the awards ceremony held at Mansion House, which is the official residence of the Mayor of London. “My favourite part of the evening was going… Continue Reading Priestley student wins Sixth Former of the Year