UTC Oxfordshire

URN: 141111 • Didcot OX11 6BZ

Overview

Name
UTC Oxfordshire
URN
141111
Type
University technical college
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
ACTIVATE LEARNING EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Reynolds (since 2025)
Telephone
01235391587
Website
Visit
Address
Greenwood Way, Didcot OX11 6BZ

Summary

UTC Oxfordshire is a mixed secondary school located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 290 students and a capacity of 600. As a University Technical College (UTC), it focuses on STEM education, specialising in life sciences, physical sciences, and engineering. The school aims to transform students' lives through innovative learning experiences that combine academic study with practical applications relevant to industry.

The curriculum at UTC Oxfordshire integrates core subjects with opportunities to study science and engineering, allowing students to engage in real-world problem-solving from the outset. The school collaborates closely with industry partners, including BMW and the Science and Technology Facilities Council, to provide students with meaningful work experiences and the skills needed for future employment or further education.

Under the leadership of Headteacher Emma Reynolds, UTC Oxfordshire fosters a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue their passions in STEM fields. The school is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and is committed to preparing students for successful careers by equipping them with both qualifications and practical experience.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
14 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ACTIVATE LEARNING EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
600
Pupils
290
Boys
212
Girls
78
FSM %
29.10
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 290 212 78 600 29.10
2024-09-11 288 216 72 600 23.30
2023-09-11 348 273 75 600 17.90
2022-09-11 348 273 75 600 17.90
2021-09-11 333 262 71 600 16.70
2020-09-11 331 259 72 600 8.10

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