The short version
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.22
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 Lisa O'Loughlin (Principal)
Provisions
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Outstanding
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
March 2022 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
October 2019 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Outstanding
April 2008 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
June 2007 | Monitoring Visit
Curriculum and development visit
October 2006 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Inspection
May 2005 | Inspection
Location
Scotland Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7YT
Town setting
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Questions parents ask
What is East Lancashire Learning Group's Ofsted rating?
East Lancashire Learning Group was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
What ages does East Lancashire Learning Group take?
East Lancashire Learning Group caters for pupils aged 16 to 99. It is classified as a 16 plus school.
Where is East Lancashire Learning Group?
East Lancashire Learning Group is in Nelson, BB9 7YT, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
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