Greater Peterborough UTC
| Type | Secondary / University technical college |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Crescent Campus Park Crescent Peterborough PE1 4DZ |
| Phone | 01733715950 |
| Reference Number | 142902 |
Greater Peterborough UTC is performing well overall, achieving a good rating in all areas of the inspection. The school has made significant improvements since its previous inspection, where it was rated as requiring improvement. The focus on STEM subjects and a well-designed curriculum allows pupils to build their knowledge effectively. Pupils enjoy a supportive atmosphere where they feel safe and valued, contributing to a positive learning environment. Notably, the school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for their future, including opportunities in apprenticeships and engagements with local universities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 470 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 68.3%
Girls: 31.7% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 36.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 28.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 62 | 18 | 80 |
| 8 | 47 | 31 | 78 |
| 9 | 57 | 30 | 87 |
| 10 | 50 | 31 | 81 |
| 11 | 50 | 18 | 68 |
| 12 | 32 | 14 | 46 |
| 13 | 23 | 7 | 30 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 44.3% |
| White, Other | 18.1% |
| Pakistani | 6.4% |
| Indian | 5.3% |
| Unclassified | 5.1% |
| Asian, Other | 4.3% |
| African | 3.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.7% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 12 Feb 2019 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Well-designed curriculum that builds on prior learning
- Strong focus on STEM subjects
- Effective support for pupils with SEND
- Pupils feel safe and valued
- High attendance at clubs and extracurricular activities
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils
- Effective safeguarding measures in place
- Teachers have expert knowledge and high expectations
Areas for Improvement
- Some curriculum areas lack clarity on required knowledge and sequencing
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2018. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school | 14 | 32 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school | 17 | 30 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 63 |
| 3. My child makes good progress at this school | 14 | 31 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| 4. My child is well looked after at this school | 8 | 37 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 63 |
| 5. My child is taught well at this school | 8 | 41 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 63 |
| 6. My child receives appropriate homework for their age | 5 | 29 | 20 | 5 | 4 | 63 |
| 7. This school makes sure its pupils are well behaved | 4 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 3 | 63 |
| 8. This school deals effectively with bullying | 4 | 12 | 18 | 19 | 10 | 63 |
| 9. This school is well led and managed | 3 | 13 | 26 | 19 | 2 | 63 |
| 10. This school responds well to any concerns I raise | 5 | 14 | 24 | 17 | 3 | 63 |
| 11. I receive valuable information from the school about my child’s progress | 6 | 22 | 24 | 9 | 2 | 63 |
| 12. Would you recommend this school to another parent? | 23 | 40 |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 38.2 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 24.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 48.6% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
Sample
UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 14.82 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 9 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | E+ | C | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | E | C | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 0% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 73 | 11 |
| Third Preference | 71 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 18 | 3 |
Previous Years
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| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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Queen's Drive Infant School
Queen's Drive West, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 2UU |
0.33 miles |
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Lime Academy Abbotsmede
Kingsley Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5JS |
0.45 miles |
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All Saints' CofE (Aided) Primary School
Dogsthorpe Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 3PW |
0.47 miles |
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Dogsthorpe Infant School
Central Avenue, Dogsthorpe, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4LH |
0.56 miles |
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Dogsthorpe Academy
Central Avenue, Dogsthorpe, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4LH |
0.59 miles |
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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Park Lane, Eastfield, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5JW |
0.6 miles |
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Newark Hill Academy
Eastfield Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4RE |
0.65 miles |
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Gladstone Primary Academy
Gladstone Street, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 2BZ |
0.75 miles |
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The Beeches Primary School
Beech Avenue, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 2EH |
0.77 miles |
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Welland Academy
Scalford Drive, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4TR |
0.91 miles |
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Bishop Creighton Academy
Vineyard Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5DB |
0.98 miles |
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Fulbridge Academy
Keeton Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 3JQ |
1.06 miles |
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Lime Academy Parnwell
Saltersgate, Parnwell, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4YH |
1.12 miles |
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West Town Primary Academy
Midland Road, Peterborough, PE3 6DD |
1.19 miles |
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Paston Ridings Primary School
Paston Ridings, Paston, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE4 7XG |
1.46 miles |
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Manor Drive Primary Academy
Porter Avenue, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE4 7EP |
1.56 miles |
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Ravensthorpe Primary Academy
Brigstock Court, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 7NB |
1.64 miles |
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Caverstede Nursery School
Caverstede Road, Peterborough, PE4 6EX |
1.71 miles |
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Highlees Primary School
Ashton Road, Westwood, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 7ER |
1.72 miles |
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St Augustine's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior School
Palmerston Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 9DH |
1.75 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Inspire Education Group
Park Crescent, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4DZ |
0.14 miles |
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Thomas Deacon Academy
Queen's Gardens, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 2UW |
0.18 miles |
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The King's (The Cathedral) School
Park Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 2UE |
0.42 miles |
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City of Peterborough Academy
Reeves Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5LQ |
0.5 miles |
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Medeshamstede Academy
Reeves Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5LQ |
0.5 miles |
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St John Fisher Catholic High School
Park Lane, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5JN |
0.55 miles |
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NeneGate
Park Lane, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5GZ |
0.58 miles |
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Marshfields School
Eastern Close, Dogsthorpe, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4PP |
0.86 miles |
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Clare Lodge
Care of: Peterborough City Council, Peterborough, PE1 1HF |
1.11 miles |
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The Beeches Independent School
45 Thorpe Road, Peterborough, PE3 6AN |
1.37 miles |
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The Peterborough School
Thorpe Road, Peterborough, PE3 6AP |
1.45 miles |
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Manor Drive Secondary Academy
Porter Avenue, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE4 7EP |
1.53 miles |
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Jack Hunt Academy
Bradwell Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 9PY |
1.91 miles |
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Heltwate School
Heltwate, North Bretton, Heltwate School, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 8RL |
1.96 miles |
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Iqra Academy
Enterprise Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 8YQ |
2 miles |
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Queen Katharine Academy
Mountsteven Avenue, Walton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE4 6HX |
2.11 miles |
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Stanground Academy
Peterborough Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE7 3BY |
2.61 miles |
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Ken Stimpson Academy
Staniland Way, Werrington, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE4 6JT |
2.95 miles |
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Nene Park Academy
Oundle Road, Orton Longueville, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 7EA |
3.23 miles |
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Lime Academy Orton
Clayton Site, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 5SD |
3.37 miles |