AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK
URN: 146303 • Salford M50 2UW
Overview
- Name
- AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK
- URN
- 146303
- Type
- University technical college
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Colin Grand (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01616613947
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 100- 102 Broadway, Salford M50 2UW
Summary
AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK is a mixed university technical college located in Salford, catering to secondary school students. With a current enrolment of 456 pupils and a capacity of 720, the college aims to provide a focused educational experience that combines academic learning with practical skills in the media and technology sectors. The college is committed to supporting students from diverse backgrounds, with 41% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
The curriculum at AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK is designed to integrate academic subjects with vocational training, preparing students for future careers in the fast-evolving media industry. The college emphasizes hands-on learning and collaboration with industry partners, ensuring that students gain relevant skills and experiences that enhance their employability.
In addition to its academic offerings, the college fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and engagement through events such as open days. This approach not only strengthens the relationship between the school and families but also enriches the educational experience for all students. For more information, parents can visit the college's website.
The curriculum at AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK is designed to integrate academic subjects with vocational training, preparing students for future careers in the fast-evolving media industry. The college emphasizes hands-on learning and collaboration with industry partners, ensuring that students gain relevant skills and experiences that enhance their employability.
In addition to its academic offerings, the college fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and engagement through events such as open days. This approach not only strengthens the relationship between the school and families but also enriches the educational experience for all students. For more information, parents can visit the college's website.
Useful links
- Esafety for Parents (other)
- Esafety for Students (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Buile Hill Visual Arts College (60.2)
- All Hallows RC High School (51.1)
- The Albion Academy (50.5)
- UTC@MediacityUK (48.3)
- Beis Yaakov High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Salford
- Age range
- 13 - 19
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Capacity
- 720
- Pupils
- 456
- Boys
- 244
- Girls
- 212
- FSM %
- 41.00
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 456 | 244 | 212 | 720 | 41.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 344 | 184 | 160 | 720 | 36.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 294 | 153 | 141 | 720 | 31.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 294 | 153 | 141 | 400 | 31.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 321 | 170 | 151 | 400 | 43.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 436 | 228 | 208 | 400 | 45.00 |
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