SchoolScoresUniversity Technical College Norfolk
University technical college · Secondary, ages 14 to 19 · Mixed · Sixth form
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Old Hall Road, Norwich, NR4 6FF
01603 580280 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
At the inspection that started on 14 January 2025, Ofsted graded each area separately. It stopped giving an overall grade in September 2024.
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 | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Outstanding |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
69 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 3 September 2024 and 1 September 2025.
Norwich comparisons use the 11 of its 23 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other 12 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Norwich | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school Joint 4th highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 49% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 83% | 82% | 89% |
| My child feels safe at this school Joint 4th highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 52% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 87% | 86% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 3rd highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 73% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 87% | 76% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 16 parents whose child had been bullied 11th highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 4% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 25% | 48% | 51% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 51 parents who had raised a concern Joint 4th highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 51% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 71% | 70% | 76% |
| My child with SEND gets the support they needOf 23 parents of children with SEND 1st highest of 4 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 84% of 789 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 78% | 59% | 68% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 5th highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 53% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 81%said yes | 78% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families (Ofsted puts the response rate at 16%). Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Norwich figures pool parents at the Norwich schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
115 pupils in this year group.
57% — 13 points above the Norfolk average, and 12 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 57% | 45% | 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. | 49.8 | 45.2 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 3.9 | 4.0 | 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.
113 pupils in this year group.
91% — about the same as the Norfolk average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 91% | 92% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 50% | 33% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 3% | 7% | 13% |
| Further education college | 27% | 43% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 4% | 3% |
| Work | 4% | 4% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 89% | 91% |
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
25 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C- | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 9% | 24% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 30% | 51% | 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. | 26.9 | 33.6 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
4 subjects, 56 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 23 | 0% | 13% | 40% |
| Physics | 20 | 0% | 5% | 31% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 12 | 0% | 8% | 24% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: 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.
61 students in this year group.
90% — 12 points above the Norfolk average, and 11 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | 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% | 78% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 26% | 8% | 7% |
| Work | 43% | 36% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 83% | 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.
59 students in this year group.
29% — 23 points below the Norfolk average, and 31 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 29% | 52% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 3% | 13% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 26% | 29% |
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 Norfolk. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 12th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 37% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 22.3% | 25.5%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 22nd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 24% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 1.9% | 4.3%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 4th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 96% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 24.7% | 14.1%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 14th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 36% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 7.8% | 12.2%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 3rd lowest of 22 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 84% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 6.2% | 8.9%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 7th lowest of 22 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 63% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 20.7% | 23.4%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 16th lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 34% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 22.1 | 21.3 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 18th lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 33% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 9.0% | 6.8% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded5 pupils | 1.19% | 0.32% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 23rd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 11% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 14.5 | 17.7 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 18th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 19% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 10.3 | 11.9 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 3rd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 58% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 14.8% | 11.8%* | 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
- City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2016), confirmed 2021 · 53% grade 5+ English and maths
- Hewett Academy 1.1 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 47% grade 5+ English and maths
- Town Close Co-Educational Preparatory School 1.4 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Norwich High School for Girls GDST 1.4 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 46% A*/A at A level
- Norwich Steiner School 1.5 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Good (2023)
- Notre Dame High School, Norwich 1.8 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 69% grade 5+ English and maths
- Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School 2.1 miles · Ofsted: Not yet inspected · B average A level grade
- Norwich School 2.4 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 52% A*/A at A level
- Jane Austen College 2.4 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2024) · 64% grade 5+ English and maths
- City Academy Norwich 2.4 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024) · 30% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is University Technical College Norfolk's Ofsted rating?
At its inspection in 14 January 2025, Ofsted graded each area separately; it stopped giving an overall grade in September 2024.
How did University Technical College Norfolk do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 57% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 12 points above the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend University Technical College Norfolk?
81% of the 69 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 3 September 2024 and 1 September 2025 said they would recommend University Technical College Norfolk to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 141086.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 3 September 2024 to 1 September 2025.
- 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.