UTC Warrington

A not judged university technical college school in Warrington. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for UTC Warrington.

Warrington, WA27NG Ofsted: Not Judged Age 14-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

13

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
14.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -1.82
English & Maths grade 4+ %
37.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 28.6%
Continue in education or training
3.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 12.0%
Sustained employment
71.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 36.0%
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
12 November 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Good
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
Dallam Lane
Warrington, WA27NG
Phone
1925737067
Website
utcw.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
142899
Type
University technical college
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Dallam Lane, Warrington, WA2 7NG
Website
https://utcw.co.uk
Age range
14-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
Capacity
620 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
270
Free School Meals
44.3% (120 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.4% (12 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
78.4%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
53.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
24.2
Ebacc Attainment 8:
7.8
English Attainment 8:
5.7
Maths Attainment 8:
6.7
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
4.1
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
7.8
Ebacc English:
84.8%
Ebacc Entry:
1.0%
Ebacc Humanities:
41.0%
Ebacc Languages:
1.0%
Ebacc Maths:
93.3%
Ebacc Sciences:
86.7%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-1.82
Progress 8 Range:
-2.10 to -1.53
University Progression:
12.0%

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
12.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
36.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
32.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
18.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
12%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
50 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
32.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
45
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
270 pupils
14-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Building / Construction Operations (General / Combined) (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★★★
(11 students)
Engineering Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★ ★★★
(7 students)

Strong performance in 2 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Attitude Belief Commitment

Head Teacher's Message

UTC Warrington is a purpose-built technical college for 14–19 year olds focused on science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). The principal emphasises partnerships with local employers and universities to provide hands-on experiences, strong career outcomes, and a curriculum designed to prepare students for world-of-work opportunities in STEM, with a market-aligned facilities and a commitment to professional conduct and real-world learning.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh Award Combined Cadet Force (CCF) Sports Coaching Royal Navy Engineering Challenge Green Kart Racing Programming and Coding Young Enterprise The Baker Technical Award STEM Ambassadors Reading and Book Club Boxing Table Tennis Engineering Skills

Sports

Sports Coaching Boxing Table Tennis

Facilities

CAD suites Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine suite Electronics workshop Five high-spec science laboratories Fujitsu digital hub High-spec prototyping facilities with laser cutting and 3D printers Hydraulics & Pneumatics workshop Industry-standard specialist engineering equipment Cyber hub VEX Robotics equipment Dedicated Sixth Form area on the fourth floor American diner themed restaurant Power Station coffee shop and grab-and-go deli Workshop (Ground Floor) Learning Resource Centre (4th Floor) Power Station Cafe (3rd Floor) Hydraulics & Pneumatics (2nd Floor)

Curriculum Highlights

Key Stage 4: Core GCSE subjects (English Literature & Language, Maths, Science, PSHE) plus specialist pathways in Construction, Digital, Engineering and Science with additional qualifications (e.g., engineering technology and CAD-related) Sixth Form/Year 12 & 13: T Level routes include Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control with Fitting and Assembly Technologies; Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction; Digital Support Services and Digital Infrastructure; Laboratory Science; Healthcare Science; Engineering T Level Foundation Year; Engineering Pre Apprenticeship Programme 100% of Year 13 students go on to university, higher and degree apprenticeships or employment Employer engagement through trips, employer-led projects, master classes, work placements and mentoring Skillsbuilder Universal framework used to track personal attributes (Listening, Speaking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Staying Positive, Aiming High, Leadership, Teamwork) across college life; tokens/rewards for high achievement in these areas Extensive enrichment and employability programmes (e.g., Duke of Edinburgh Award, Combined Cadet Force, NCS, STEM activities, Young Enterprise, etc.)

SEND Provision

UTC Warrington provides SEND support through a dedicated Student Support Team led by the SENDCO; students identified as needing SEND support are assisted by this team; all students are assigned a Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) and a Progress Leader who support their development and progression; the school states it will adapt its environment and provide support as needed and lists external support agencies for mental health and safeguarding.

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