UTC Plymouth
| Type | Secondary / University technical college |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Avenue Devonport Plymouth PL1 4RL |
| Phone | 01752284250 |
| Reference Number | 146560 |
UTC Plymouth is performing well, having received a 'Good' rating across all inspection categories during its first inspection. The school fosters a vibrant and welcoming environment, with a strong emphasis on core values like resilience and respect. Pupils express pride in their school, enjoying a strong sense of community and support from staff. The school is committed to providing quality education and preparing all students for future opportunities, including those with special educational needs. They have established positive relationships with local employers, enhancing the students' readiness for the workplace.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 594 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 71.89%
Girls: 28.11% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 42.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 80 | 35 | 115 |
| 8 | 86 | 35 | 121 |
| 9 | 72 | 43 | 115 |
| 10 | 87 | 26 | 113 |
| 11 | 64 | 20 | 84 |
| 12 | 25 | 5 | 30 |
| 13 | 13 | 3 | 16 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 86.2% |
| White, Other | 6.2% |
| African | 2% |
| Unclassified | 1.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.2% |
| Asian, Other | 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 | 17 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils have a strong sense of community and feel safe.
- Leaders have high ambitions for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- The school promotes a strong focus on personal development and inclusivity.
- Staff support for pupils' behaviour expectations is effective.
- The curriculum is well-planned and adapted to respond to new year groups.
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers' assessment methods are not precise enough to ensure all pupils fully understand the curriculum.
- Some staff lack sufficient subject-specific knowledge which impacts teaching.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 36.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 33.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 50% |
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:
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 91 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 46 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 15 | 4 |
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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Morice Town Primary Academy
Charlotte Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1RJ |
0.24 miles |
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Marlborough Primary Academy
Morice Square, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4NJ |
0.38 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Chapel Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4DJ |
0.38 miles |
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Stoke Damerel Primary Academy
Collingwood Road, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5PA |
0.44 miles |
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College Road Primary School
College Road, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1NS |
0.45 miles |
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Mount Wise Community Primary School
James Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4LA |
0.68 miles |
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Ford Primary School
Cambridge Road, Ford, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1PU |
0.72 miles |
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Drake Primary Academy
1 Johnston Terrace Ope, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2EN |
0.78 miles |
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High Street Primary Academy
High Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3SJ |
0.8 miles |
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Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School
Renown Street, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2DE |
0.86 miles |
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Stuart Road Primary Academy
Palmerston Street, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5LL |
0.87 miles |
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Torpoint Nursery and Infant School
Albion Road, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2LU |
1.06 miles |
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The Cathedral School of St Mary
Cecil Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5HW |
1.13 miles |
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St Peter's CofE Primary School
Rendle Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 1TP |
1.21 miles |
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St George's CofE Primary Academy
Admiralty Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3RX |
1.21 miles |
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Weston Mill Community Primary Academy
Ferndale Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2EL |
1.27 miles |
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Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care
Ham Drive, Plymouth, PL2 2NJ |
1.3 miles |
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Mayflower Academy
41 Ham Drive, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2NJ |
1.3 miles |
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Pilgrim Primary Academy
Oxford Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5BQ |
1.31 miles |
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Montpelier Primary School
North Down Road, Beacon Park, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3HN |
1.38 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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City College Plymouth
Kings Road, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5QG |
0.44 miles |
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Devonport High School for Boys
Paradise Road, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5QP |
0.66 miles |
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Stoke Damerel Community College
Somerset Place, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4BD |
0.77 miles |
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Scott Medical and Healthcare College
Somerset Place, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4BD |
0.77 miles |
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Chapel Bridge School
99 Craigie Drive, Stonehouse, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3JL |
0.94 miles |
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Millbay Academy
22 Millbay Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3EG |
1.17 miles |
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Torpoint Community College
Trevol Road, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2NH |
1.34 miles |
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Devonport High School for Girls
Lyndhurst Road, Peverell, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3DL |
1.48 miles |
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Plymouth High School for Girls
St Lawrence Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6HT |
1.74 miles |
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Plymouth College
|
1.75 miles |
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All Saints Church of England Academy
Pennycross, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 3NE |
1.87 miles |
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Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus
Foulston Avenue, Plymouth, PL5 1HL |
1.9 miles |
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Marine Academy Plymouth
Trevithick Road, Plymouth, PL5 2AF |
1.98 miles |
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Mount Tamar School
Row Lane, Higher St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2EF |
2.07 miles |
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Lipson Co-operative Academy
Bernice Terrace, Lipson, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 7PG |
2.51 miles |
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St Boniface's RC College
21 Boniface Lane, Crownhill, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 3AG |
2.59 miles |
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Saltash Community School
Wearde Road, Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 4AY |
2.6 miles |
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Eggbuckland Community College
Westcott Close, Eggbuckland, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5YB |
2.78 miles |
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Mill Ford School
Rochford Crescent, Ernesettle, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2PY |
2.79 miles |
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Brook Green Centre for Learning
Bodmin Road, Whitleigh, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 4DZ |
2.87 miles |