Cardinal Newman College
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Cardinal Newman College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Preston PR1 4HD
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Cardinal Newman College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed, Roman Catholic college located in Lancashire, North West.
from age 16-99 yr.
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The fourth-best sixth form college in the country, Cardinal Newman College in Preston, Lancashire, is a great location to study.
We are a joyful and unique Catholic sixth form college that welcomes students of all faiths and fosters a strong sense of community. Our campus is modest and unusual.
We assist our students in moving on to top institutions like the Russell Group and fulfilling careers with a selection of more than 50 programmes, ranging from A Levels to Level 2 and Level 3 BTEC courses.
Additionally a member of the Maple Group is Cardinal Newman College.
With yet another year of exceptional achievements, Cardinal Newman College students once again shown why the institution is ranked among the best in the country.
With 85% of entrants receiving High Grades (A*-C Grades), a 99.4% A Level pass rate, and a 100% BTEC pass rate, the class of 2019 had great A Level success.
The outstanding results capped off an unprecedented year for the College, which saw the bulk of our students enrol in universities, with 32% of them being accepted.
A record number of 15 students were given admission offers to Oxford or Cambridge University, while 32 students were given spots on programmes in dentistry, veterinary science, and medicine.
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We are a joyful and unique Catholic sixth form college that welcomes students of all faiths and fosters a strong sense of community. Our campus is modest and unusual.
We assist our students in moving on to top institutions like the Russell Group and fulfilling careers with a selection of more than 50 programmes, ranging from A Levels to Level 2 and Level 3 BTEC courses.
Additionally a member of the Maple Group is Cardinal Newman College.
With yet another year of exceptional achievements, Cardinal Newman College students once again shown why the institution is ranked among the best in the country.
With 85% of entrants receiving High Grades (A*-C Grades), a 99.4% A Level pass rate, and a 100% BTEC pass rate, the class of 2019 had great A Level success.
The outstanding results capped off an unprecedented year for the College, which saw the bulk of our students enrol in universities, with 32% of them being accepted.
A record number of 15 students were given admission offers to Oxford or Cambridge University, while 32 students were given spots on programmes in dentistry, veterinary science, and medicine.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Type | Colleges | Colleges |
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| Ofset report | - | Good |
| Age range | 16-99 | 16-99 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
A level exam result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 43.37 | 26.59 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.7 | 26.26 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.4% | 14.27% | 17.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1692 | 524 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 55.7% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.65% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 19.15% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 12.9% | 10.71% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.14 1 | 25.53 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.82 2 | 22.34 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.1% | 9.5% | 12.99% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1532 | 494 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 53.05% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9.74% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 21.68% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10.63% | 8.81% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 36.62 1 | 26.64 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.55 3 | 25.13 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.1% | 11.49% | 13.27% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 57 | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 258 | 64.6% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.75% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 17.25% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.9% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 35.89 | 21.25 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.21 | 22.21 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.6% | 8.06% | 12.59% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 37 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 242 | 65.36% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.95% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 19.18% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.36% | 4.25% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 22nd Jul 2024 |
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