University Technical College Norfolk
About University Technical College Norfolk
University Technical College Norfolk posts a Progress 8 score of -0.04, which is almost exactly in line with the Norfolk local authority average of -0.02. That places it 27th out of 57 secondary schools of the same type in the county — squarely in the middle of the pack. But dig a little deeper and the picture becomes more interesting. The school serves a notably disadvantaged intake, with 21.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, and its Attainment 8 score of 47.1 is respectable given that context. Where UTC Norfolk really stands out is in maths: pupils achieve a Progress 8 score of +0.22 in that subject, meaning they make significantly more progress than the national average. English progress is also positive at +0.11. The school's overall Progress 8 banding is not recorded, but the data suggests a specialist technical focus that delivers strong results in core STEM subjects.
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The full report on this school
What 69 parents told Ofsted, the inspection in plain English, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025From September 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade in inspections of state-funded schools.
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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Frequently Asked Questions About University Technical College Norfolk
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications