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University Technical College Leeds
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- Leeds LS10 1LA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students achieve highly, supported by kind staff determined to help them.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exceptional. Bullying is rare.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers skilfully weave in opportunities linked to the world of work.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are united in their vision. Some challenges from students' previous negative experiences mitigated through support.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act swiftly on pupils' concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: New leaders appointed since the last inspection led to improvements.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is vanishingly rare. Leaders ensure regular safeguarding training.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure that all pupils feel safe and supported.
Extracurricular Offerings: Many broad opportunities for pupils to learn about different careers.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils engage with the world of work, fueling aspirations.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth-form students appreciate the careers advice received.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students are well-prepared for ambitious next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive the support needed and are well prepared for next steps.
Subjects Offered: Key stage 4: core subjects and optional subjects. Key stage 5: A-level mathematics, engineering, science qualifications, etc.
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University Technical College Leeds is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 444 students from age 14-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 32% 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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Alex Burnham, who has 21 years of experience working in education, joined UTC Leeds in September 2018. Alex was a member of the senior leadership group at Rodillian Multi Academy Trust prior to joining UTC Leeds. This included serving as the school's headmaster at Kirklees' BBG Academy. Under his direction, the academy went from being in special measures to receiving a "good" assessment from Ofsted. "I am honoured to serve as the UTC Leeds' newly appointed Principal. Being selected to continue leading the college ahead makes me feel really honoured and fortunate. I'm thrilled to have the chance to work with a group that helps our students develop into the next wave of top-tier scientists and engineers. We are dedicated to turning the institution into an intellectual and technological learning hub because I am passionate about it. I concur with the governors' goal of establishing a centre of excellence for Leeds' youth and those in the neighbourhood. By collaborating closely with neighbourhood businesses and Leeds University, we hope to satisfy the region of Yorkshire's pressing need for qualified engineers while also enhancing the prospects of our students. By giving them the abilities to enrol in college classes, pursue degree chances, and complete fruitful apprenticeships with nearby businesses, we want to accomplish this. The governors have made sure that the UTC Leeds has the best resources, tools, and technology available through their collaboration with the Baker Dearing Education Trust. Young individuals with ambition will be inspired, equipped, and ready for future professions in their field of choice. enabling them to acquire the latest, up-to-date skills now required and putting them in the position to study those that have not yet been created. We appreciate your ongoing interest in and support of UTC Leeds ".
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Outstanding |
| Age range | 14-19 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.1 | 8.3 | 16.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 32% | 0% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 9.10% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.72 | 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 | 42.6 | 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 | 32% | 31.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 45.31% | 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% | 28.66% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12.8% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.8% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.04 | 2.93 | 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 | 98% | 89.85% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 90 | 175 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 83.98% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 29.62% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 31.04% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 12.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.68% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.38% | 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 | -0.54 | 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 | 42.9 | 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 | 38% | 34.75% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 46.56% | 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 | 0% | 27.11% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.89% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.19 | 3.04 | 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 | 92% | 90.15% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 106 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 85.85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 31.94% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 11.06% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.89% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.21% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.09% | 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 | -0.5 | 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 | 42.5 | 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 | 38% 15 | 29.37% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% 14 | 45.04% | 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 | 1% | 27.4% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.13% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 16.54% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.66 | 3.08 | 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 | - | 92.26% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.64% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 34.85% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.36% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.31% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.54% | 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 | -1.4 | 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 | 32.9 | 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% | 27.82% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 42% | 41.98% | 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 | 0% | 27.06% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.59% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.31% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.86 | 2.89 | 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 | - | 87.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 78.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.33% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.08% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.22% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.89% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.53% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 25.63% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 39.23% | 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 | - | 26.33% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14.25% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 16.23% | 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 | - | 85.11% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 164 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 71.83% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.63% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.06% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.94% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.11% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.14% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.8% | 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 | 29.32 | 28.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.24 | 28.9 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.10% | 11.96% | 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 | 53 | 238 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 53.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 26% | 9.15% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 19% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 9.59% | 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 | 34.39 | 32.86 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.62 | 32.96 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.6% | 16.2% | 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 | 54 | 310 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 55.81% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 19% | 8.31% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 16.27% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10.5% | 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 | 26.65 5 | 28.88 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.33 | 28.15 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.4% | 10.13% | 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 | - | 272 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 55.04% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 10% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.31% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.38% | 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 | 21.20 | 26.88 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 26.98 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.39% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 30.08% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.16% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.08% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.84% | 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 | - | 24.78 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.65 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.68% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 45.48% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.22% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.78% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.83% | 4.23% |
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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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at University Technical College Leeds
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
