North East Futures UTC

URN: 145900 • Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 3AS

Overview

Name
North East Futures UTC
URN
145900
Type
University technical college
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Trust
TYNE COAST ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
43.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel Sydes-Danvers (since 2025)
Telephone
01919179888
Website
Visit
Address
Stephenson Square, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 3AS

Summary

North East Futures UTC is a mixed University Technical College located in central Newcastle upon Tyne, catering to students aged 14-19. With a current enrolment of 305 pupils and a capacity of 600, the college focuses on Digital and Health Science careers, providing a curriculum that includes GCSEs, Technical qualifications, and A Levels. The college is committed to fostering work-ready skills through its unique UTC Futures programme, which emphasizes employer engagement and real-world experience.

The college's vision is to deliver high-quality education and support, ensuring that all students are equipped with the necessary skills and qualifications to progress to ambitious destinations, including apprenticeships and further education. In 2025, 100% of Year 13 leavers successfully transitioned to apprenticeships, further education, or training, with 76% continuing to university.

North East Futures UTC values communication, professionalism, and resilience, aiming to prepare students not just academically but also for life beyond school. The college collaborates with various local employers and institutions, enhancing the educational experience and supporting economic growth in the North East.

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Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
14 - 19
Boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
TYNE COAST ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
600
Pupils
305
Boys
168
Girls
137
FSM %
50.90
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 305 168 137 600 50.90
2024-09-11 340 198 142 600 44.40
2023-09-11 206 109 97 600 36.70
2022-09-11 206 109 97 600 36.70
2021-09-11 197 105 92 600 32.10
2020-09-11 225 129 96 600 26.80

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