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Ofsted Inspection 2025

Outstanding in Key Areas

University Technical College Norfolk is delighted to share the results of our latest Ofsted inspection (January 2025). We are proud to have achieved the highest possible grade of 'Outstanding' in both Behaviour and Attitudes and Sixth Form Provision, confirming the exceptional environment and outcomes we deliver for our students.

Our Headline Achievements

Our inspection confirms that UTCN provides a unique and exceptional education focused on preparing students for future success in the technical world.

Key Judgement Area UTCN Grade What This Means for You
Behaviour and Attitudes Outstanding You will learn in a safe, respectful, and calm environment where students and staff have the highest expectations.
Sixth Form Provision Outstanding Our post-16 pathways offer an exceptional education that leads directly to highly competitive degree apprenticeships and top university places.
Quality of Education Good You benefit from a highly ambitious and usually well-taught curriculum that is designed by industry to be relevant and future-focused.
Personal Development Good You will gain an extensive range of encounters with employers and take part in work experience, building the professional character demanded by industry.
Leadership & Management Good The school is well-led with a clear vision to prepare students exceptionally well for employment and higher education.

What the Inspectors Said

The official report highlights the dedication of our students, staff, and partners:

On Behaviour and Learning:

"Pupils behave exceptionally well. Staff have clear and high expectations of all pupils, and pupils work hard to meet these."

"Pupils treat each other and adults with politeness and respect. Lessons are a haven of calm."

On Career Preparation (Sixth Form Provision):

"Students in the sixth form benefit from an exceptional provision."

"The school prepares its pupils exceptionally well for employment... Many students progress into high level and degree apprenticeships and gain employment in leading engineering companies."

On Our Curriculum:

"The school has very high expectations of how well all pupils can achieve. The ambitious curriculum is usually well taught. As a result, pupils often achieve highly."

Access the Full Report

We encourage all prospective parents and students to read the full report to gain a comprehensive understanding of our strengths.

  • Inspection Date: 14 January 2025

  • Report Published: 05 March 2025

Full Report