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Thomas Telford University Technical College
- 3.7 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Wolverhampton WV10 0JR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Current students are making good progress in almost all subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students behave well, and disruption of lessons is very rare.
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well; curriculum supports significant achievement towards next stage.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Focus and engagement high; respect exemplary during social times.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and most teaching is very effective.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders have targeted training to aspects of teaching that need improvement.
Qualifications and Training: Professional development programme well-thought-out; policy changes involve staff input.
Strengths and Challenges: Strong subject knowledge, but occasional weaker teaching remains.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers generally present subject matter clearly; some inconsistent checking on pupil understanding.
Strengths and Challenges: Significant achievement noted; need for more consistent teaching adaptation.
Opportunities for Involvement: Employers contribute impressively to school life.
Communication: Teachers and students have strong, respectful relationships, promoting open communication.
Parent Satisfaction: The overwhelming majority of parents confirmed that their children feel safe in school.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents encouraged to engage in children's progress and activities.
Communication: Supports pupils' aspirations; career guidance shared later stages.
Parent Satisfaction: Positive responses in Ofsted Parent View survey.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders demonstrate openness and integrity; conflicts are addressed effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Rapid improvements in behaviour, attendance, teaching, and outcomes achieved.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: School responds to local context needs; reviews development well.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Ambitious curriculum; effective change and development since last inspection.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is very rare, and effective safeguarding arrangements are in place.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pastoral staff provide excellent support for students needing extra care.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Exemplary behavior and respect foster safe environment.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements effective but monitoring absent pupils can improve.
Extracurricular Offerings: 'UTC extra' sessions and the Combined Cadet Force attract large numbers of students.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Regular employer-led projects and enrichment activities are well integrated.
Extracurricular Offerings: Extensive range of clubs like myth mania and film club available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Supportive of academic and extracurricular balance; varied clubs enhance experience.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers education and employer mentors help students plan their next steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-planned study programmes ensure good progress and preparation for the world of work.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality careers guidance alongside work experience provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students excited and well-prepared for life beyond school.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for students with SEN and/or disabilities has improved rapidly.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Access to ambitious curriculum; identifies confident readers early.
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About Us
Thomas Telford University Technical College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 810 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 64% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
83.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The West Midlands UTC was established to offer the region's youth a special blend of outstanding academic accomplishment and unmatched employment skills. Our students will have a particular advantage when looking for professional and technical positions within the construction, built environment, and allied IT industries thanks to our specialisation in construction and the use of IT in the built environment. All of our students will receive an exceptional education thanks to a combination of employer mentors, substantial job experience, an employer-led project-based curriculum, specialised facilities, and a professional work atmosphere. Our students will graduate from West Midlands UTC with the credentials, abilities, and professional work ethics necessary to realise their highest objectives. Additionally, because of our collaborations with businesses, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), and the University of Wolverhampton, we will be able to support them after they graduate and all the way through their careers.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15 | 8.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 64% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.24 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 51.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 29.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 43% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 19.96% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.07% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.21% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.84 | 2.73 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 87% | 91.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 61 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 88.09% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 35.77% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 39.91% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 11.55% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 1.68% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.27% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.44 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 47 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 34.5% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 49.58% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 1% | 22.54% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.73% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 15.12% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.41 | 3.07 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 83% | 92.77% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 41 | 123 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 90.05% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 35.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 40.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 12.59% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.41% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.64 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 36.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 23% 3 | 25.69% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% 3 | 42.42% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 2% | 26.88% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.88% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 1 | 13.92% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.39 | 2.71 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 92.24% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 57 | 99 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 88.59% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 32.82% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 39.41% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.76% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 14.59% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.18% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.53% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.63 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 35.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 26% 5 | 24.76% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 7 | 39.32% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 6% | 21.24% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 8.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% 1 | 12.76% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.58 | 2.57 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.93% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 114 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 74.43% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.86% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.86% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.79% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.07% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.01 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 34.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 21% | 25.43% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% | 38.65% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 4% | 19.35% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 11.22% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 12.7% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 84.38% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 116 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 54.46% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.85% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.69% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.92% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.62% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.89 | 28.23 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 28.16 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.15% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 34 | 104 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 61.21% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 21% | 5.63% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 13.21% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 10.63% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.13 | 32.21 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 31.51 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.15% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 42 | 127 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 40% | 64.22% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 17% | 5.28% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 14.17% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 11.89% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.51 9 | 27.86 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 8.75% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 28 | 131 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 66.21% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 8.36% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 11.71% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.29% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 15.59 7 | 27.95 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.1 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.98% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 12.92% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.58% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 11.42% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.92% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 22.86 | 21.71 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.11 | 23.84 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.74% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 12.36% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.55% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 11.45% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.45% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thomas Telford University Technical College
Local authority ratio 18 : 1