Thomas Telford University Technical College

A not judged university technical college school in Wolverhampton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Thomas Telford University Technical College.

Wolverhampton, WV100JR Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
63.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 0.41
English & Maths grade 4+ %
67.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 84.4%
Continue in education or training
53.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 59.0%
Sustained employment
37.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 16.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
22 October 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Springfield Campus
Wolverhampton, WV100JR
Phone
1902872180
Website
Thomastelfordutc.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140160
Type
University technical college
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Springfield Campus, Wolverhampton, WV10 0JR
Website
www.Thomastelfordutc.com
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THOMAS TELFORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1050 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
810
Free School Meals
54.9% (445 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.5% (12 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.8%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
8.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
50.3
Ebacc Attainment 8:
13.2
English Attainment 8:
10.8
Maths Attainment 8:
10.4
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
15.8
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
13.2
Ebacc English:
100.0%
Ebacc Entry:
1.6%
Ebacc Humanities:
21.9%
Ebacc Languages:
17.2%
Ebacc Maths:
100.0%
Ebacc Sciences:
100.0%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
0.41
Progress 8 Range:
0.05 to 0.77
University Progression:
56.0%

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
59.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
16.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
16.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
9.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
56%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
32 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
16.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
84.4 (+32.4 vs average)
Attainment 8:
50.3 (+10.8 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
8.3 (9.2 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.2 (2.4 below average)
Progress 8:
0.41 (+0.6 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
45 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
90
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
810 pupils
11-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Art & Design (Fine Art) (GCE A level)
★★★★★
(6 students)
Sociology (GCE A level)
★★★★★
(6 students)
Computer Architecture / Systems (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★★ ★★
(13 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★ ★★★
(15 students)
Mathematics (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(6 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Aspiration Adaptability Resilience Accountability Integrity Fairness Respect Collaboration Kindness

Head Teacher's Message

Principal Mr Av Gill states confidence that Thomas Telford UTC will become the gold standard for secondary education in Wolverhampton and emphasizes ensuring every child feels fulfilled and makes progress each day.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Netball Club 3D modelling/ Printing club Debate Club KS4 Maths Support Dance Company Football Journalism Table Tennis Y7/ 10 Football (Team) Chess Club Homework Club Built Environment Support Innovate Support Keyboard Club/ Instrument Practice Science Creativity/ Colouring Club Reading for Pleasure KS4 Revision Minecraft Club School Show Chemistry Support Taskmaster/ Maths Challenge Post 16 Table Tennis Y9/10 Basketball KS3 English Support Y8/9 Football Team KS3 Maths Support Disney Imagineering Club Philosophy Club NEA Drop in Psychology Support STEM Club Girls Football Fitness Club Y7/8 Basketball Football Participation Punjabi Club Law Club Miniature Painting/ Wargaming club/ Dungeons and Dragons Club Computer Games Creation Club

Sports

Netball Football Table Tennis Basketball

Curriculum Highlights

The UTC offers a 7-year curriculum plan mapped across KS3, KS4 and Sixth Form with Education Phase groupings (KS3 for Year 7 and 8, Transition Year for Year 9, KS4 for Years 10 and 11, and Sixth Form for Years 12 and 13). Curriculum is designed to equip pupils with knowledge and cultural capital to succeed beyond the UTC. Strong emphasis on STEAM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths). Employer mentors and extensive work experience are integrated into the curriculum. Employer-led, project-based curriculum with specialist facilities and a professional work environment. Partnerships with the University of Wolverhampton and TT MAT to support learners beyond graduation.

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