Number 1 since 2018! Burnley College top of the table in England

Burnley College continues its reign at the top as Government tables officially declare it’s still the Number 1 College in England.

With a host of record-breaking results, multiple prestigious awards and intensive continued investment in leading edge, industry relevant learning resources announced, it’s been an incredible year for the college which provides A Levels, Apprenticeships, T Levels, Vocational Qualifications and Further Education all the way up to degree level.

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The latest (2024) results:
  • 100% A Level Pass Rate
  • 92% of A Level students achieve at least one high A*-C grade
  • 70% of A Level students achieve at least one top A*-B grade and
  • 32% of A Level students achieve at least one exceptional A* or A grade.
  • 99.7% Advanced Vocational pass rate
  • 100% pass rate for T Levels in Design Surveying & Planning for Construction, Healthcare Science, and Health

It also saw the number of outstanding A* and A grades more than double since the last time formal exams had been held in 2019, in a myriad of subjects including Further Mathematics, English Literature, Computer Science, Media Studies, Film Studies, Classical Civilisation, Physical Education and Art and Design. Themis, the Apprenticeship arm of the College also received the prestigious UK Apprenticeship Provider of the Year Award at the Educate North Awards for its exceptional training record. The Government analyses results and progression rates across the whole of England so students have the opportunity to see which colleges are ahead of the rest – Burnley College secured its top position again finishing a clear percentage point above second place. Be part of a College which stands head and shoulders above the rest. Learn at a College which puts progress and industry at the forefront of its agenda. Become a member of the Burnley College Family and join the Number 1 team.