Shuttleworth College

Thank you for your interest in Shuttleworth College.  I am delighted to welcome you on behalf of Governors, staff and students.

Shuttleworth College is the first of the BSF 11-16 colleges to be built in Burnley.  It is a completely new building with a staff dedicated to using the fabulous facilities to inspire young people to make the most of their time at secondary school.  Every aspect of the building design has students’ learning as its purpose. 

The building is impressive and a place to be proud of, but Shuttleworth College is more than that.  Students will only achieve if the teachers expect the highest standards, present lessons that are stimulating and interesting and focus on the learning needs of individuals whatever they may be.  Equally students need to be motivated and want to learn.  Poor behaviour will not be tolerated and there is a firm positive behaviour policy in place.

Over the next few years Shuttleworth will develop as a community college firmly embedded in Padiham and Burnley community life.  The building will become a focal point for community activity.  In that way we will develop in our students a sense of responsibility and pride in where they live and who they are.  We will show them respect and expect them to have respect for themselves and others. 

We are determined to make Shuttleworth College the best place for learning in the area.  We invite you to become part of the ‘Shuttleworth Family’ and help us achieve our aim.

To find out more, please come to our Open Evening or telephone to make an appointment to be shown round the college.  If you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Yours sincerely

Martin Burgess BA Hons

Headteacher