A New Era Begins at Penwortham Girls’ High School
Penwortham Girls’ High School is entering an exciting new chapter as construction of our brand-new school building gathers pace. The project, part of the Department for Education’s national School Rebuilding Programme, will replace our current school, which was built in 1954 with a sustainable, purpose-built environment designed for modern learning.
The three-storey, L-shaped building will feature a state-of-the-art sports hall, activity studios, dining and assembly halls, bright classrooms, and a welcoming new reception area. It will also include a modern library, new staff spaces, and innovative energy systems designed to make the building carbon neutral. Outdoor sports facilities and open green spaces will be retained and enhanced, creating a vibrant, environmentally responsible new school.
Following the successful ground-breaking ceremony in July, work is progressing well on site. Our next major milestone will be a special Steel Signing Ceremony on 22nd October, where students, staff, and guests will have the opportunity to leave their mark—literally—on the new school’s steel framework before it is enclosed.
Headteacher Mrs Sharon Hall said:
“This new building will transform opportunities for our students, but what makes Penwortham Girls so special – our values and ethos – will move with us. It will be a new home where compassion, resilience, and ambition continue to flourish.”
Construction will continue throughout the year, with completion expected by the end of 2026. We look forward to sharing further updates as our new school takes shape.
