SchoolScoresDoncaster UTC
University technical college · Secondary, ages 13 to 19 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of BRIGHTER FUTURES LEARNING PARTNERSHIP TRUST
College Road, Doncaster, DN1 3BF
01302 976515 · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 21 September 2022.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
153 pupils in this year group.
35% — 9 points below the Doncaster average, and 10 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Doncaster | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 35% | 44% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 48.6 | 44.6 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 3.6 | 3.8 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
176 pupils in this year group.
91% — 3 points above the Doncaster average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Doncaster | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 91% | 88% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 41% | 29% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 6% | 18% | 13% |
| Further education college | 31% | 31% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 10% | 4% | 3% |
| Work | 4% | 3% | 3% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
62 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Doncaster | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C- | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 7% | 22% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 25% | 47% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 26.0 | 33.4 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
15 subjects, 111 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 22 | 5% | 14% | 40% |
| Physics | 14 | 0% | 7% | 31% |
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 11 | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| Psychology | 8 | 0% | 0% | 19% |
| Sociology | 8 | 0% | 13% | 20% |
| English Literature | 7 | 0% | 0% | 23% |
| Film Studies | 6 | 0% | 0% | 17% |
| Geography | 6 | 0% | 0% | 23% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Art and Design (Photography), Chemistry, Computer Studies / Computing, Mathematics (Further), Art and Design (Fine Art), Biology, Business Studies:Single.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
99 students in this year group.
88% — 15 points above the Doncaster average, and 9 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Doncaster | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 88% | 73% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 16% | 10% | 7% |
| Work | 24% | 31% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 88% | 88% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
86 students in this year group.
44% — 6 points below the Doncaster average, and 16 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Doncaster | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 44% | 50% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 8% | 11% | 19% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Doncaster. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Doncaster | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 17th highest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Higher than 44% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 24.6% | 32.8%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 21st highest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Higher than 4% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 0.5% | 2.3%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 20th highest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Higher than 13% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 8.1% | 12.9%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 9th highest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Higher than 41% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 9.4% | 12.4%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 1st lowest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Lower than 93% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 5.2% | 8.0%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 1st lowest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Lower than 87% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 14.5% | 23.9%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 13th lowest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Lower than 13% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 46.8 | 47.3 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 14th lowest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Lower than 10% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 15.3% | 12.3% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.31% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 17th highest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Higher than 33% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 16.0 | 17.2 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 7th highest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Higher than 61% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 12.3 | 12.0 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 12th highest of 21 state secondary schools in Doncaster. Higher than 46% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 12.6% | 13.6%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Hall Cross Academy 0.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2014), confirmed 2023 · 46% grade 5+ English and maths
- XP School 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 28% grade 5+ English and maths
- XP East 0.8 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024) · 23% grade 5+ English and maths
- Astrea Academy Woodfields 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 31% grade 5+ English and maths
- Outwood Academy Danum 2.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 43% grade 5+ English and maths
- Ridgewood School 2.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 55% grade 5+ English and maths
- Don Valley Academy 2.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2019), confirmed, may be improving 2024 · 55% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Doncaster UTC's Ofsted rating?
Doncaster UTC was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 21 September 2022.
How did Doncaster UTC do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 35% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 10 points below the England average of 45%.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 147838.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.