Wigan and Leigh College, Wigan

In its own words: "As a college for technical excellence, we’re committed to raising learning aspirations and helping our community thrive socially and economically. We offer exceptional teaching, support and guidance in academic, vocational, technical and apprenticeship programmes. We’re the only general further education college in both Wigan and in Leigh and each year, more than 9,800 people choose to study with us."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include football, rugby and film.

Coming up: an open evening on Monday 2 November 2026, an open evening on Monday 9 November 2026, an open evening on Monday 1 February 2027 and an open day on Monday 8 February 2027. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

Of the 1789 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 15% went on to university or other higher education, 12% to apprenticeships and 34% into work. 2% went to one of the most selective third of universities.

The nearest railway station is Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, about 270 metres away (roughly a 3-minute walk).

42 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Hallgate, 30 metres away.

Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Wigan and Leigh College stands in is among the 10% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.