Runshaw

Runshaw College is a further education college serving Lancashire in the north-west of England. It operates two main campuses at Leyland and Chorley and provides education to a diverse student body across full-time and part-time programs. The college offers a broad range of courses, including A-levels, vocational qualifications such as BTECs, diplomas and certificates, as well as apprenticeships and higher education programs delivered through partnerships with universities.

Runshaw College traces its origins to the late 20th century as part of the expansion of post-16 education in Lancashire. It emphasizes opportunities for progression to employment or further study, with a focus on practical skills and employability.

The Leyland and Chorley campuses house facilities across many subject areas, including science, engineering, health and social care, business and IT, creative arts and media, hospitality, and sport. The college also provides extensive student services, careers guidance and support for learners with additional needs.

As a local education provider, Runshaw works with employers, schools and universities to create pathways into apprenticeships, higher education and the wider workforce. It serves as a key component of the region’s post-16 education landscape.