Welcome to UTC Reading
I am delighted to welcome you to UTC Reading. It is an absolute privilege to be the Principal of such a ground breaking and innovative learning environment where we like to do things differently. UTC Reading offers you an opportunity to focus your education at the age of 14 or 16, so that you are prepared for the world of work that faces you, when you progress from education into employment. We specialise in Engineering and Computing and deliver these specialisms through high quality technical qualifications alongside GCSE’s and A Levels. Our entire curriculum and student experienc...
What our students say
Take Five: Five questions answered by Heena, Year 12
Year 12 student Heena answers five questions about her experience of UTC Reading
Take Five video: Five questions answered by Sam, Year 13
Year 13 student Sam answers five questions about his experience of UTC Reading
Take Five: Five questions answered by Imashi, Year 13
Year 13 student Imashi answers five questions about her experience of UTC Reading
Take Five: Five questions answered by Sampath, Year 13
Year 13 student Sampath answers five questions about his experience of UTC Reading
Take Five: Five questions answered by Lotinha, Year 13
Year 13 student Lotinha answers five questions about her experience of UTC Reading
Take Five: Five questions answered by Simon, Year 13
Year 13 student Simon answers five questions about his experience of UTC Reading
Take Five: Five questions answered by Caitlin, Year 12
Year 12 student Caitlin answers five questions about her experience of UTC Reading
Take Five: Five questions answered by Kieron, Year 13
Year 13 student Kieron answers five questions about his experience of UTC Reading
Reon, Year 12
Reon has been at UTC Reading since Year 10 and hopes to get an engineering apprenticeship when he leaves after Year 13.
Emma Clarke, Year 13
Emma joined UTC Reading in Year 12 because she wanted to do the Engineering BTEC.
Karl Matthews, Year 13
Karl Matthews, Year 13 student at UTC Reading, was particularly attracted to the UTC because of the links with industry.
Robert Goodenough, Year 12
Robert Goodenough joined the UTC in Year 12, having been attracted to the facilities and specialisms in computing and engineering.
Katie Munday
The staff at UTC Reading gave me confidence and encouraged me to do my best when I had a lot of doubts.
Sean Chapman
Studying at UTC Reading has given me a great personal learning journey and an amazing experience.
Joe Bond
I will miss UTC Reading. They have a certain way of approaching learning and it suits me and many others looking for similar careers.
Jai Allen
UTC Reading gave me the extra edge that companies are looking for.
Rebecca Morris
Studying at UTC Reading gave me a brilliant hands-on experience as to what working will be like.
James Weeks, 18
I feel like I’m in a forward thinking environment, where we can try out new ideas and get involved in different projects.
Rebekah Kinchin, 14
I’m really enjoying my time at the UTC. I get to study subjects I love every day and use great technology.
Sophie Wooldridge, 17
I joined UTC Reading as I want to specialise in computer science. It also means I can get my A-levels in maths and physics.
Samkeliso Kimeinyi, 14
Alongside my normal classes, I’ve also been working towards professional Microsoft qualifications during independent learning time.
Intermediate Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship Opportunity P&G/Gillette, Reading. Start Date September 2020 https://t.co/dCjnHuFag3 #UTCRCareers
BAE Systems Network & Software Engineering Apprenticeship Opportunities! Closing Date February 2020. Application support available in our Careers Hub Mondays & Wednesdays 1 - 2pm https://t.co/WdifmuBRbz #UTCRCareers
Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Opportunity at WSP They also have an Environmental Degree Apprenticeship! Closing date May 2020, but get your applications in sooner! https://t.co/3otpC3yTFs #UTCRCareers
Apprenticeship Opportunity CGI Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship closing date Friday 6th December! Get your applications in quick! https://t.co/mdpcitjEvM #CyberSecurity #DegreeApprenticeship #UTCRCareers
Not sure what to do Post-16? Our current Year 11 students are invited to a 'Next Steps' evening on Wednesday 11th December from 5:30-6:30pm at UTC Reading Information from @UTCReading @AmazingAppsUK & @ReadingCollege Sign up here: https://t.co/jhBIWb7c3N #UTCRCareers
Apprenticeship Opportunity Thales Cyber Security Apprenticeships now LIVE! Closing date 3rd January so get your applications in quick! Good Luck! #UTCRCareers https://t.co/r4etGdgu30
"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
KS5 students gain industry insights at second UTC Pipeline Programme day
On Tuesday 3 December, UTC Reading held its second UTC Pipeline Programme day of the year for all KS5 students.
KS4 put their skills to the test with proposal to redevelop decommissioned power station
On Tuesday 3 December, KS4 students took part in an experience day called ‘Power Station Redesign’, in partnership with My Kinda...
UTC Reading’s KS5 students excel in Senior Maths Challenge
A group of Year 12 and Year 13 UTC Reading students took part in the Senior Maths Challenge, being set 60 minutes to tackle challenging...
Prospective students get glimpse of UTC life
UTC Reading opened its doors for the last Open Event of 2019 on Wednesday, inviting prospective Year 10 and Post-16 students and their famil...
UTC Reading students invited to Tech for Good discussions
A group of Year 12 and Year 13 students were invited to join the Tech for Good discussions at the Curious Lounge in Reading, as part of the...
