Headteachers Welcome
Welcome to UTC Reading
I am extremely proud to be Headteacher of such a ground-breaking and innovative learning environment. We are a school, but we are different and our aim is to truly Transform Lives Through Learning.
UTC Reading is a future-focused talent pipeline for students who are passionate about STEM, leading to world class careers in the engineering and computer science industries.
Jennie Thomson,
Headteacher
At UTC Reading, we’re shaping the next generation of engineers and digital scientists through high-quality technical qualifications, alongside core GCSEs and A Levels. Our focused, employer-driven curriculum gives you hands-on experience and the skills that top employers are looking for, preparing you to excel in your studies and future career.
What sets us apart? Real-world learning. You won’t just study; you’ll work alongside leading local, national, and international employers, gaining experiences that make your CV stand out. Whether you’re aiming for an apprenticeship, university, or straight into employment, we’ll help you get there with confidence.
Your success is our priority. Whether you spend two or four years with us, you’ll leave equipped with everything you need to secure an outstanding future. Our state-of-the-art facilities mirror real-world workplaces, and we expect our students to meet professional standards in dress, attitude, and ambition. Technology is at the heart of UTC Reading, and we embrace the digital revolution, ensuring you are equipped with skills and knowledge to succeed in the ever changing workplace.
Over your time here, we focus on helping you to develop and showcase our core attributes, that match what employers are looking for in their future talent pipeline. By the time you leave us you will have a whole range of experiences that showcase that you are Resilient, Enterprising, Confident, Aware and Professional.
If you’re driven, ambitious, and ready to take your future to the next level, UTC Reading is the place for you!
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Georgina Craven
Executive Director of SEND (SENCo)
Georgina is an experienced SEND leader with over thirteen years specializing in supporting neurodiverse learners and leading SEND provision. Beginning her career as an LSA, she progressed through roles including Senior LSA, Teacher of Biology, Director of SEND, and now Executive Director of SEND. A qualified teacher with a Marine Zoology degree from Newcastle University, Georgina also holds a Master’s in SEND, specialising in SEMH and Autism, alongside the National Award for SEN Coordination and accreditation as an Access Arrangements Assessor. She has contributed to SEND practice at both school and local authority level, including sitting on EHCP panels and leading school‑wide implementation of SEND technology systems. As a Therapeutic Thinking trainer, she champions inclusive, neuroaffirming practice rooted in the social model of disability and strongly believes in celebrating the strengths that neurodiversity brings to education and the wider world.
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