SGS Berkeley Green UTC

About SGS Berkeley Green UTC

SGS Berkeley Green UTC’s Progress 8 score of -0.27 places it significantly below the Gloucestershire local authority average of 0.19 for secondary schools, a gap of nearly half a grade per subject. This means that, on average, pupils here make less academic progress between age 11 and 16 than their peers across the county. The school ranks 36th out of 44 similar schools in Gloucestershire, putting it in the bottom quarter locally. Nationally, it sits in the 69th percentile, which is below the median. However, this is a 14-19 UTC with a technical and engineering focus, so its intake and curriculum are distinct from mainstream secondaries. The school’s Attainment 8 score of 45 is around the national average, suggesting that while progress is weaker, absolute results are not far off. Only 1.2% of pupils entered the EBacc, reflecting the school’s specialist, non-academic pathway. The most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022 rated the school Good across all categories, including behaviour, leadership, and sixth-form provision.

At Key Stage 5, the picture is more mixed. The school’s A-level value-added score is -0.02, which is essentially in line with the national average and banded as Average. The average points per entry of 32.42 equates to a C+ grade, and the best three A-levels average out at a B-. A third of entries achieved AAB or higher in at least two facilitating subjects, which is a respectable figure for a technical college. The sixth form is small, with just 35 pupils in the data, so individual results can sway the averages. At Key Stage 4, the school’s Progress 8 breakdown shows the weakest area is in the open element (non-EBacc subjects) at -0.46, while maths progress is close to the national average at -0.08. English progress is -0.31. The basics measure (grade 5 or above in English and maths) stands at 43.5%, which is slightly below the national average but not dramatically so.

The school is based in Stroud and serves 380 pupils aged 14 to 19, with 20.3% eligible for free school meals, above the national average. It offers a wide range of facilities including art studios, a swimming pool, a sixth-form centre, and a chapel. Sports provision is strong, with rowing, gymnastics, and hockey among the options, and clubs include Coding, Model UN, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. SEND support covers eight categories, including autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language needs, and physical disability. As a UTC, the school is designed for students who want a more technical, employer-linked education from age 14, so it suits families whose children are clear about pursuing engineering or technology pathways rather than a broad academic curriculum. The school is oversubscribed in its local ranking context, but given its below-average Progress 8, parents should weigh the specialist offer against the academic outcomes.

Key Details

Frequently Asked Questions About SGS Berkeley Green UTC

Helpful Guides for Parents