UTC Derby Pride Park
URN: 147685 • Derby DE24 8PU
Overview
- Name
- UTC Derby Pride Park
- URN
- 147685
- Type
- University technical college
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE SHEFFIELD UTC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Kirkwood (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01332477400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Locomotive Way, Derby DE24 8PU
Summary
UTC Derby Pride Park is a mixed University Technical College located in Derby, catering to students aged 13 to 19. With a current enrolment of 458 pupils and a capacity of 600, the college focuses on providing a careers-oriented education in the fields of Engineering and Health and Life Sciences. The curriculum is designed in collaboration with industry partners, ensuring that students gain relevant skills and experience that align with current job market demands.
Students can join UTC Derby Pride Park in Year 9 or Year 12, where they can pursue GCSEs and A Levels alongside their technical specialisms. The college emphasizes practical learning through partnerships with notable employers such as Toyota, Rolls Royce, the RAF, and the NHS, which enhances students' employability prospects.
In addition to its academic offerings, UTC Derby Pride Park is home to Derbyshire's Health & Life Sciences Academy, equipping students with essential knowledge for careers in health and social care. The college is part of the Sheffield UTC Academy Trust, which is committed to developing the next generation of skilled professionals in various technical fields.
Students can join UTC Derby Pride Park in Year 9 or Year 12, where they can pursue GCSEs and A Levels alongside their technical specialisms. The college emphasizes practical learning through partnerships with notable employers such as Toyota, Rolls Royce, the RAF, and the NHS, which enhances students' employability prospects.
In addition to its academic offerings, UTC Derby Pride Park is home to Derbyshire's Health & Life Sciences Academy, equipping students with essential knowledge for careers in health and social care. The college is part of the Sheffield UTC Academy Trust, which is committed to developing the next generation of skilled professionals in various technical fields.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Events (calendar)
- Y12 Prospectus (download)
- Y9 Prospectus (download)
- Home (other)
- Y12 Prospectus (other)
- Y9 Prospectus (other)
- privacy policy (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Landau Forte College (73.2)
- Littleover Community School (70.4)
- Derby Moor Community Sports College (67.4)
- Allestree Woodlands School (66.3)
- Chellaston Academy (66.1)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 13 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SHEFFIELD UTC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 458
- Boys
- 313
- Girls
- 145
- FSM %
- 32.20
- Open date
- 2019-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 458 | 313 | 145 | 600 | 32.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 362 | 248 | 114 | 600 | 31.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 167 | 131 | 36 | 600 | 36.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 167 | 131 | 36 | 600 | 36.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 75 | 60 | 15 | 600 | 20.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 82 | 67 | 15 | 600 | 3.50 |
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