--- title: "Start of Term Update From The Principal" url: "https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/2025-09-15-start-of-term-update-from-the-principal" school: "Penwortham Priory Academy" --- # Start of Term Update From The Principal ![Image of Start of Term Update From The Principal](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/news/Social_Media_Post_Response_to_the_LEP.jpg) 15 September 2025 Dear Parents and Carers, The new academic year has started with energy, optimism, and a strong sense of pride across our school community. It is a joy to walk the corridors and see young people who are proud to be part of our community. Our pupils have returned with enthusiasm, showing kindness, ambition, and respect - qualities that reflect both your support and the values we nurture together. We’re proud of our pupils’ excellent attendance, smart presentation, and the pride they take in wearing their uniform, house badges, and awards. These symbols reflect their effort, achievement, and sense of belonging. Our recent GCSE results, with over 70% achieving grade 4 or above in English and in Maths, highlight our pupils dedication and the strength of our teaching. Our recent Ofsted inspection in March, remaining ‘Good’ in all four categories, confirmed our continued success across all areas, recognising the quality of learning and the vibrant culture that defines Priory. What makes our school truly special is the daily spirit of resilience, kindness, and aspiration shown by our pupils and supported by you. Together, we continue to build a school community that values every individual and celebrates success. Thank you for being part of it. Mr M Eastham Principal [ In Memory Of - Mrs Kate Rhodes 1971-2004](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/2025-09-13-in-memory-of-mrs-kate-rhodes-1971-2004) [Lois Walks in Memory of Her Dad to Help Bereaved Children ](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/2025-09-16-lois-walks-in-memory-of-her-dad-to-help-bereaved-children) ### Penwortham Priory Academy Crow Hills Road Penwortham Preston Lancashire PR1 0JE 01772 320250 ### Useful Links - [New Year 7 Transition](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/about-priory/transition) - [The School Day](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/the-school-day) - [Facility Hire](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/facility-hire-at-priory) - [Term Dates](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/termdates) - [Letters](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/letters) ### Useful Links - [Newsletters](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/newsletters) - [OFSTED](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/about-priory/ofsted-report) - [Online Payments](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/internet-payments) - [Staff Contact](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/staff/staff-contact-list) - [Vacancies](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/staff/vacancies) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/priorystc) - [X](https://twitter.com/@priorystc) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/penworthampriory/) Penwortham Priory Academy Trust is operating as a single academy trust. It is an exempt charity and a company limited by guarantee, registered in England with Company Number 08133703 School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)