The short version
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2025).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.09
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Ages
- 16–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
Governance
- Local authority
- Wigan
- Head
- Mr Simon Lett (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Outstanding
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
February 2020 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
January 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Outstanding
October 2007 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
March 2007 | Monitoring Visit
Curriculum and development visit
October 2006 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection
October 2004 | Full Inspection
Location
Winstanley Road, Billinge, Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 7XF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmOrrell Newfold Community Primary School
Primary · 908m away
St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell
Primary · 977m away
Up Holland High School
Secondary · 1.2km away
Orrell Holgate Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
TMP College
Special school · 1.8km away
St Peter's Catholic High School
Secondary · 2.0km away
Winstanley Community Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
St John's CofE Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
Questions parents ask
What is Winstanley College's Ofsted rating?
Winstanley College was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
What ages does Winstanley College take?
Winstanley College caters for pupils aged 16 to 19. It is classified as a 16 plus school.
Where is Winstanley College?
Winstanley College is in Wigan, WN5 7XF, in the Wigan local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Winstanley College have a sixth form?
Yes, Winstanley College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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