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Doncaster UTC

Doncaster, DN1 3BFSecondaryAges 13–19MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Sep 2022
Progress 8
+0.03
Above average
−20+2
Competition
N/A
No data
Ranking
#1,458
of 3,141 nationally

About Doncaster UTC

Doncaster UTC is a state-funded secondary school and sixth form for pupils aged 13 to 19, currently operating very close to its capacity of 750 with 737 pupils on roll. This near-full intake suggests strong local demand, though the school does not appear to be oversubscribed to the point of needing formal admission criteria beyond its specialist focus. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 23.2%, which is notably higher than the national average for secondary schools and reflects the school's role in serving a diverse local community within the Doncaster borough. As a University Technical College, it has a distinct technical and vocational emphasis, which shapes its intake and curriculum offer. The school is mixed and non-denominational, with no religious character, and is led by headteacher Jim Semmelroth. Its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022 rated it Good across all categories, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range13 to 19 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressCollege Road, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN1 3BF
HeadteacherJim Semmelroth
Local AuthorityDoncaster
Number of Pupils737
Free School Meals (FSM)23.2%
School Capacity737 / 750 (98% full)
Sixth FormYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

21 Sept 2022
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Sixth Form Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

12
Astro TurfLibraryGymnasiumDining HallScience LabsPlaying FieldsTennis CourtsArt StudiosMusic RoomsTheatreChapelSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

19

Sports

SwimmingTennisCross CountryFootballMartial ArtsBasketballNetball

Clubs & Activities

Film ClubDramaGardeningBook ClubDuke of EdinburghYoung EnterpriseEco ClubScience ClubArt ClubChoirModel United NationsDebate

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Doncaster UTC

Doncaster UTC has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.