Welcome to UTC Reading
UTC Reading opened in September 2013 for boys and girls aged 14 to 19 living in the catchment area. The UTC specialises in Engineering and Computer Science, alongside a broad and balanced curriculum and benefits from the support of local and national employers and leading universities. Life as a student at UTC Reading will be unlike any school experience you’ve ever had before. Using the latest technology, you will learn through projects and practical activities. Teaching staff run lessons and seminars to introduce new topics and are always on hand to offer ...
"Too many school and college leavers lack the abilities employers look for. UTCs give employers the chance to do something about it at the local level. We’re directly involved in UTC Reading designing the curriculum, choosing qualifications and delivering exciting projects which bring learning to life." Nigel Ward, Network Rail
Case Studies
UTC Reading goes to the International Space Station
UTC Reading Year 13 students achieve flight status in The European Astro Pi Challenge, with their experiment to be deployed aboard the Inter...UTC Reading mark International Women's Day 2021
On Wednesday 17th March, to belatedly mark International Women’s Day 2021, UTC Reading ran a session based around the WISE (Women in S...UTC Reading celebrate Neurodiversity week
During 15th -21st March 2021, UTC Reading celebrated Neurodiversity Week, shining the light on all that makes us differe...Case Study: Oliver Hitchings (Year 12)
Inspiring the next generation of Engineers is a prime objective at UTC Reading and one that we undertake in conjunction with our many indust...UTC Reading students win sustainability competition set by industry experts
A team of UTC Reading KS4 students have won this year’s Power Station Redesign competition, in partnership with...