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Winstanley College
Winstanley Road, Billinge, Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 7XF, Wigan
Overview
Ofsted
Not available
Ages
16–19
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With 76% of students progressing to university, including 36% attending top-third institutions, this college demonstrates a strong commitment to higher education. While specific pupil numbers are not available, the college's focus on academic achievement indicates a supportive environment for students aiming for university success.
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| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 76% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 36% | Top 20% |
Based on 906 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
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53.52367, -2.70293 · WN5 7XF
School details
Local authorityWigan
RegionNorth West
URN130522
School typeFurther education
Websitewww.winstanley.ac.uk
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Is Winstanley College a good school?
Winstanley College scores –/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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