MORE THAN
500
STUDENTS
PROGRESS TO
UNIvERSITy OR
FURTHER
EDUCATION*
Pre Law
An in-depth insight into legal professions such as solicitors and
barristers. You will take part in various trips and Mooting
competitions as well as work with local Magistrates. You will
also be helped to prepare for specialist university entrance
tests.
Music and Performance Groups
Hone your talents through practical experiences with our
performance groups. Breathe, the college choir, Oxygen, a
contemporary Dance company and Respiration, our theatre
company.
International Aspirations
Priestley has an outstanding reputation for widening students’
experiences by running a series of overseas educational visits
that enhance both learning and personal development. Study
visits have included New York, Washington, Berlin, Geneva,
Lanzarote, Sicily and Iceland. Cross college trips have been run
to Mozambique and Moldova to support charitable activities.
The Duke of Edinburgh Award
Priestley is a licensed Duke of Edinburgh Award centre and
each year around 50 students achieve Gold or Silver Awards,
which are highly regarded by universities and employers.
Focus on Employment
We work to ensure every opportunity is taken to involve
leading local, regional and national employers to ensure
students are ready for the world of work. Opportunities include
live briefs, internships, work placements, talks and seminars.
We also link with the National Apprenticeship programme.