SchoolScoresEnergy Coast UTC
University technical college · Secondary, ages 14 to 19 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of ENERGY COAST UTC
Blackwood Road, Lillyhall, Workington, CA14 4JW
01900 606446 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 7 March 2023.
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
129 pupils in this year group.
12% — 24 points below the Cumberland average, and 33 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Cumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 12% | 37% | 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. | 24.2 | 42.3 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 2.3 | 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.
122 pupils in this year group.
89% — 2 points below the Cumberland average, and 3 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Cumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 89% | 91% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 34% | 37% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 0% | – | 13% |
| Further education college | 27% | 36% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 18% | 12% | 3% |
| Work | 10% | 5% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 91% | 89% |
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
2 A level students in this year group.
Only 2 pupils took these tests, so results can change a lot from year to year. Compare with care.
| Measure | This school | Cumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | Not published | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 0% | 19% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 0% | 42% | 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. | Not published | 31.8 | 35 |
"Not published": Not published: too few pupils, so individual pupils could be identified.
A level subjects, 2024/25
2 subjects, 3 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Mathematics, Mathematics (Further).
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.
58 students in this year group.
90% — 7 points above the Cumberland average, and 11 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Cumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 90% | 83% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 45% | 19% | 7% |
| Work | 31% | 26% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 79% | 90% |
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.
63 students in this year group.
13% — 47 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Cumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 13% | – | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 2% | – | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 18% | 13% |
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 Cumberland. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Cumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Higher than 64% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 33.0% | 25.6%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 1st highest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Higher than 81% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 4.7% | 4.3%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 3rd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Higher than 0% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 0.8% | 14.6%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 3rd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Higher than 0% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 0.3% | 5.0%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Lower than 20% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 10.3% | 8.7%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Lower than 8% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 35.0% | 23.3%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Lower than 19% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 35.7 | 17.9 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Lower than 7% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 17.1% | 6.9% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded2 pupils | 0.52% | 0.18% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 3rd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Higher than 6% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 13.8 | 17.2 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Higher than 33% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 11.1 | 11.6 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 1st highest of 3 state secondary schools in Workington. Higher than 85% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 21.6% | 14.9%* | 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
- Workington Academy 1.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 34% grade 5+ English and maths
- St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington 1.9 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2023) · 31% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Energy Coast UTC's Ofsted rating?
Energy Coast UTC was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 7 March 2023.
How did Energy Coast UTC do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 12% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 33 points below the England average of 45%.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 140600.
- 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.