The short version
Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2025).
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2025
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.21
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Ages
- 16–99
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
Governance
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Head
- Mrs Karen Buchanan (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Requires Improvement
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
November 2021 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
November 2010 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Curriculum and development visit
October 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Outstanding
March 2009 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
July 2007 | Monitoring Visit
Curriculum and development visit
December 2006 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Inspection
November 2004 | Inspection
Full inspection
January 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
Princess Way, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 0AN
Town setting
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Questions parents ask
What is Burnley College's Ofsted rating?
Burnley College was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
What ages does Burnley College take?
Burnley College caters for pupils aged 16 to 99. It is classified as a 16 plus school.
Where is Burnley College?
Burnley College is in Burnley, BB12 0AN, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Burnley College have a sixth form?
Yes, Burnley College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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