
Albany Academy is a co-educational secondary school for students aged 11-16 located in Chorley, Lancashire, consistently ranking among the region’s top non-selective schools. The academy, established in 1960, combines a rigorous academic curriculum with a strong emphasis on student well-being and character development, fostering confident individuals prepared to contribute responsibly to society. With specialist status in science and a pioneering transition to academy status, Albany Academy offers advanced STEM opportunities and innovative teaching practices. As the founding member of the Albany Learning Trust—the first of its kind in Lancashire—the school collaborates closely with partner institutions to extend educational excellence beyond its own walls.
Join the Academy Summer 2026 teaching team as a Classroom Enrichment Teacher to inspire curiosity and build confidence in students grades K-12. Develop engaging lessons and create a warm, inclusive classroom atmosphere.
Albany Academy is a co-educational secondary school for students aged 11-16 located in Chorley, Lancashire, consistently ranking among the region’s top non-selective schools. The academy, established in 1960, combines a rigorous academic curriculum with a strong emphasis on student well-being and character development, fostering confident individuals prepared to contribute responsibly to society. With specialist status in science and a pioneering transition to academy status, Albany Academy offers advanced STEM opportunities and innovative teaching practices. As the founding member of the Albany Learning Trust—the first of its kind in Lancashire—the school collaborates closely with partner institutions to extend educational excellence beyond its own walls.