UTC Reading
URN: 139268 • Reading RG1 5RQ
Overview
- Name
- UTC Reading
- URN
- 139268
- Type
- University technical college
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ACTIVATE LEARNING EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 25.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennie Thomson (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01189381020
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Crescent Road, Reading RG1 5RQ
Summary
UTC Reading is a mixed secondary school located in Reading, specialising in STEM education, particularly in engineering and computer science. With a current enrolment of 286 students and a capacity of 600, the college aims to provide innovative and practical learning experiences that prepare students for future careers in these fields. The school is officially rated as 'Good' by Ofsted across all categories.
The curriculum at UTC Reading combines core subjects with a strong emphasis on technical qualifications, offering students the opportunity to study engineering and computer science alongside their GCSEs and A Levels. The college works closely with industry partners, ensuring that students gain hands-on experience and skills that are highly valued by employers. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also supports students in developing a competitive edge in the job market.
UTC Reading manages its own admissions, inviting applications for Year 10 and the Sixth Form directly from prospective students. The school fosters a supportive community, encouraging students to engage with their learning and explore their interests in STEM subjects, ultimately aiming to transform lives through education.
The curriculum at UTC Reading combines core subjects with a strong emphasis on technical qualifications, offering students the opportunity to study engineering and computer science alongside their GCSEs and A Levels. The college works closely with industry partners, ensuring that students gain hands-on experience and skills that are highly valued by employers. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also supports students in developing a competitive edge in the job market.
UTC Reading manages its own admissions, inviting applications for Year 10 and the Sixth Form directly from prospective students. The school fosters a supportive community, encouraging students to engage with their learning and explore their interests in STEM subjects, ultimately aiming to transform lives through education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kendrick School (76.5)
- Maiden Erlegh School (75.7)
- Reading School (73.6)
- Kendrick School (70.2)
- Reading School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Reading
- Age range
- 14 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ACTIVATE LEARNING EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 286
- Boys
- 218
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 20.50
- Open date
- 2013-09-02
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 286 | 218 | 68 | 600 | 20.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 395 | 297 | 98 | 600 | 23.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 472 | 385 | 87 | 600 | 19.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 472 | 385 | 87 | 600 | 19.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 497 | 419 | 78 | 600 | 14.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 494 | 421 | 73 | 600 | 13.30 |
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