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Ben chosen ahead of hundreds for London drama school
A YOUNG actor who has dazzled on stage at Priestley College has made it into one of Britain’s top performing arts schools. Ben Cupit, from Great Sankey, was one of hundreds of hopefuls to audition for...
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Students beat the clock in PC Pitstop Challenge
COMPUTER whizzes took under two minutes to install the components of a PC and boot it up in a recent challenge. Priestley’s BTEC IT students competed in challenges over a fortnight before a grand final...
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Unbeaten run sees Priestley secure Conference title
PRIESTLEY College’s rugby team has won the North West Conference after completing the season unbeaten. Priestley won all eight league matches racking up big victories over Warrington Collegiate,...
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World at their feet
Performing Arts students were inspired by a visit to watch a number of shows in London PRIESTLEY students have travelled all over Europe and to America during recent visits organised by the College....
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Students lead response on MOD fictional overseas civil war scenario
Some of the students who were praised for their efforts in the mock press conference A REPRESENTATIVE from the Ministry of Defence hosted a mock press conference at Priestley College with students...
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Abby heads to world’s top college for nannies
A STUDENT has realised her dream to be accepted into the top college for nannies in the world. Abby Mellis, who is studying childcare at Priestley College in Warrington, will be going to Norland...
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Former classmates set to face-off in Super League
TWO former classmates have become arch rivals on the rugby pitch after making their debuts for Warrington Wolves and Saint Helens. James Laithwaite and Anthony Walker, both 21, studied BTEC Sport at...
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James shows he is up to website challenge
James Davies with magistrates Jean Scott, Tony Clark and Linda Bloomfield. MAGISTRATES have praised a student who has built a website promoting the good work they do in the community. James Davies, who...
View ArticleComic Relief at Priestley
Students did their bit for Comic Relief and filmed the fun for all to see! Check out this video to see how it went. The video was filmed and edited by students Jake Brinksman, Anna Brown, Devon...
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GB water polo player sets World Championships goal
Courtney Dean photographed on a recent trip with Priestley College to La Santa A WATER polo player is hoping to represent her country in the World Championships in August. Courtney Dean, who studies A2...
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Fun and facts in equal measure
JUGGLING a maths equation can be tough enough, but try doing it while juggling five balls at the same time. That’s what Dr Colin Wright did during a talk to AS Maths and A2 Further Maths students at...
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Designers show style on college catwalk
YOUNG designers showcased their work and volunteer models strutted their stuff at Priestley College’s annual catwalk show. Now in its sixth year the show provides an opportunity for art and textile...
View ArticleChance for adults to return to learning
NEW courses for adult learners in Warrington will cover everything from computing to punctuation. Priestley College’s next adult learning programme begins this month and will cover basic computing,...
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Fashion world takes note of Daniel’s style
Dan Brown pictured during London Fashion Week with Mollie King from The Saturdays. A YOUNG stylist who studied at Priestley College is making a name for himself in the world of fashion. Daniel Brown...
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Priestley College phone app is a hit
Beth Roberts shows off the Priestley app.Picture by Luke Hayes. A PHONE app that helps support for Priestley College students has so far been downloaded more than 1,000 times. The app, which provides...
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Business minds share their thoughts
Some of the jewellery created by the Wireworks team. YOUNG entrepreneurs shared their business ideas at a meeting of minds held at Birchwood Park. Priestley students were among those who attended the...
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Leanne takes a big step into her future
Leanne Howlett performing in Priestley College’s production of Too Darn Hot. A PERFORMER who has been a regular face on stages around Warrington has won a place at one of the world’s top theatre...
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Expert’s advice on how to stay in fashion
Tony Green showing off some of his work to the students. A FASHION designer who has worked in Paris and London has shared his experiences with Priestley College’s art students. Tony Green, who studied...
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Priestley students win university scholarships
Charlie Brittlebank and Ashley Carley.Picture by Luke Hayes TWO Warrington students have been awarded university scholarships that will help them gain a global perspective on life. Charlie Brittlebank...
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Young scientists compete in Olympiad
PHYSICISTS from Priestley College put themselves to the test in the British Physics Olympiad. Ryan Roberts, George Davidson, Thomas Diakun, who are all 17, and 18-year-old Jun Yan Chan sat the one-hour...
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