14 December 2024
Image of Priory's new food service outlet is officially opened by former teacher

Priory's new food service outlet is officially opened by former teacher

Priory’s Pod, our newest catering facility, has officially opened for pupils and the community.

5 December 2024
Image of Meet the teacher - Mrs Butcher, Science

Meet the teacher - Mrs Butcher, Science

Science teacher Mrs Butcher started at Priory in September and brings with her 20 years experience as a teacher.

28 November 2024
Image of Meet The Teacher - Mr Flannery

Meet The Teacher - Mr Flannery

This week we interviewed a trainee teacher who has been taken under the wings of the Maths department.

28 November 2024
Image of Meet The Teacher - Miss Montford

Meet The Teacher - Miss Montford

This week we interviewed a trainee teacher who has been taken under the wings of the Drama department.

22 November 2024
Image of Meet The Teacher - Miss Atkinson

Meet The Teacher - Miss Atkinson

This week we interviewed a trainee teacher who has been taken under the wings of the English department.

18 November 2024
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We're North West in Blooms Triple Double Winners

Priory’s gardens have once again been recognised as the best in the North-West

17 November 2024
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Behind the scenes: The ICT Team

In a series of articles, we’ll shine a spotlight on each support team as we explore those that keep our school running seamlessly behind the scenes.  This fourth part is all about the ICT team.

29 October 2024
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Meet The Teacher - Mr Allen & Miss Smith

This week we interviewed two trainee teachers who have been taken under the wings of the PE department.

18 October 2024
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Well done Mr Owen

Mr Owen has run his first ever half marathon and managed to raise a fantastic sum for charity in doing so.

17 October 2024
Image of Behind the scenes: The Business & Finance Team

Behind the scenes: The Business & Finance Team

In a series of articles, we’ll shine a spotlight on each support team as we explore their contributions and learn more about the people who keep our school running seamlessly behind the scenes.  This third part is all about the business & finance team.

4 October 2024
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Meet The Teacher - Miss Higginson, Technology

Miss Higginson was so inspired by the school, her colleagues and our pupils that she decided to give up her day job as Priory's Technology Technician to train to become a teacher.  

25 September 2024
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Priory keeps it in the family

Our teachers recommend Priory so much that they send their families here.

7 June 2024
Image of Behind the scenes: The catering team

Behind the scenes: The catering team

In a series of articles, we’ll shine a spotlight on each support team as we explore their contributions and learn more about the people who keep our school running seamlessly behind the scenes.  This second part is all about the catering team.

3 June 2024
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70th anniversary photo now available to buy

Penwortham Priory Academy's 70th anniversary whole school group photograph is available to view and order online.

25 May 2024
Image of Behind the scenes: The estates team

Behind the scenes: The estates team

In a series of articles, we’ll shine a spotlight on each support team as we explore their contributions and learn more about the people who keep our school running seamlessly.  We begin with the Estates Team.

26 January 2024
Image of Meet the teacher - Mr Momoniat, Humanities

Meet the teacher - Mr Momoniat, Humanities

Priory’s new Humanities teacher is affectionately known as ‘Mr Mo’ and has already won over the pupils!

1 December 2023
Image of Alumni - James Walsh (Class of 2006)

Alumni - James Walsh (Class of 2006)

Mr Walsh has turned from a Priory pupil into a Priory teacher – and loves it! 

23 November 2023
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Our gardens are double award winners

Priory’s fantastic gardens were once again recognised as a blooming success! 

10 November 2023
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Meet Priory's new English leaders

Priory’s English Department has a fresh look with a new Head of English and Assistant Head of English.

31 October 2023
Image of Mrs Simpson's Long Service Award Takes Her Back To Former Pupil

Mrs Simpson's Long Service Award Takes Her Back To Former Pupil

Mrs Simpson was bowled over by her long service award – as it was a necklace made in the design of a bowler hat - which was made by a former Priory pupil.

16 October 2023
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Meet the teacher - Mrs Potter

Mrs Potter is Priory’s new Assistant Head of Science and joined the school at the end of the last academic year.

6 July 2023
Image of Mr Watters to retire after 29 years at Priory

Mr Watters to retire after 29 years at Priory

Lead Geography teacher Mr Watters, one of Priory’s longest serving members of staff, will leave at the end of this term after 29 years at Priory

4 July 2023
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70th Anniversary Celebration Event

A chance comment by one of our Class of 1953 led to a fantastic 70 years of Priory reunion in the Rose Garden. 

27 May 2023
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Wedding Bells for Miss Bolton

We send our very best wishes to Priory's Attendance Officer, Miss Bolton, who gets married this weekend.

25 May 2023
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Priory wins £5K laptops in competition

Priory's Strategic ICT lead, Mr Bolton, attended an education focused technology event last month and won £5000 worth of Dell laptops for the school.

11 January 2023
Image of Meet the teacher - Mrs Roberts, Science

Meet the teacher - Mrs Roberts, Science

In September we welcomed Mrs Roberts into the Science Department.

23 November 2021
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Meet the teacher - Miss Nicholls

New teacher Miss Nicholls is thriving off the creativity and innovative nature of Priory’s English Department.

14 October 2021
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Meet the teacher - Mrs Kursitis

Mrs Kursitis has travelled the world to boost her geography knowledge – and is now sharing it with the pupils at Priory.

5 October 2021
Image of Alumni - Andy Kolacz (Class of 1990)

Alumni - Andy Kolacz (Class of 1990)

Former pupils have a habit of returning to Priory as staff – and Site Supervisor Andy Kolacz is the latest!

16 July 2021
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Happy retirement Ms Clementson

Today was Pastoral Manager Ms Clementson's last day as she begins her retirement.

14 July 2021
Image of Mr Henshaw appointed to north west Maths hub leadership role

Mr Henshaw appointed to north west Maths hub leadership role

Priory’s Assistant Head of Maths, Mr Henshaw, is sharing his skills with schools in the North West after he was appointed to the role of Assistant Maths Hub Lead from September.

8 July 2021
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It's all part of the job for Mr Wilkinson

Site Supervisor Mr Wilkinson has been putting his new skills into practice at Priory.

23 November 2020
Image of Best wishes to Mrs Bullock and welcome back Mrs Farley

Best wishes to Mrs Bullock and welcome back Mrs Farley

The Head of Year 7, Mrs Bullock, has now begun her maternity leave. In perfect timing, Mrs Farley, returns from her maternity leave to resume the role from 1 December.

28 September 2020
Image of Meet the teacher - Ms Kinsman and Miss Deeley

Meet the teacher - Ms Kinsman and Miss Deeley

The Science Department have welcomed two new members to their team this month.

14 September 2020
Image of Meet the teacher - Mr Owen, English

Meet the teacher - Mr Owen, English

Welcome to Mr Owen who has joined us as English teacher at Priory. Head of English, Mrs Gidden also tells us her plans for department this year.