Year 11 students at UTC Reading are celebrating this morning after receiving their GCSEs and Level 2 technical qualifications.
Students at UTC Reading study English, Maths and Science as core subjects and then specialise in either Engineering or Computer Science along with other subjects. Alongside these, the students have had numerous enrichment opportunities to enhance their experience and importantly have engaged with local and national employers through different projects to help them define their direction and steps to future employment.
In addition to GCSEs and the technical qualifications, the Year 11 cohort have worked extensively with a variety employer partners to improve their work-readiness. These additional experiences ensure that our students are well-placed for future success with their destination aspirations.
Our vision is to ‘Transform Lives Through Learning’ and the journey our students have been on while at UTC Reading means they are well prepared for the next step.
Today the school celebrated:
- 58% achieved GCSE Maths at grade 5 and above
- 45% achieved GCSE English at grade 5 and above
- 55% achieved Distinction in Level 2 Engineering
- 49% achieved Grade 5 or higher in GCSE Computer Science
The basic figures for school measures were:
- Grade 9-4 including English and Maths at 58%
- Grade 9-5 including English and Maths at 47%
- Grade 9-7 including English and Maths at 13%
Outstanding success stories from our students include;
- Tess achieved 9 GCSEs at grade 7 or above
- Phoebe got a Level 2 Pass in Business and a Distinction in Engineering. She has already secured an apprenticeship with a national defence firm as an Operations Apprentice. “I’m really pleased with my grades and will be eating lots of food tonight to celebrate!” she said.
- Roman got a Distinction in Engineering, 6 in English Language, 7 in English Literature, 8 in Maths, 8 in Biology, 8 in Chemistry, 8 in Physics and PASS in Business. “I didn’t expect all of these results and was a bit nervous about my English, but I’m really happy with them all and will be celebrating with a Nandos tonight! I am going to stay on here for sixth form and study physics, maths and engineering.”
- Omar got a Distinction in Engineering, 6, 7, 8 in other subjects. He has started an apprenticeship with a national defence firm in Design Engineering. “So happy with these results, and really pleased to have already secured my apprenticeship.”
- Brooke got a high 5 for 3D Art & Design and Architecture and and a distinction in Engineering. “I’m thrilled, I did not expect to do as well as I have. I’m really happy about it!” She has started a four-year Craft Apprenticeship at a national defence firm.
- Hisham got five 9’s, 6s in English and 8 in biology. “I feel great about the results and was excited to pick them up this morning. I am off to hang out with some friends to celebrate later.” Hisham will be coming back for Sixth Form to study Maths, Chemistry, Physics and Computer Science A Levels. “If you want a career in engineering, computer science, or the sciences, I would highly recommend studying at UTC Reading. The science teachers in particular here are amazing and have supported me in getting these grades.”
- Kasper got 9s in Maths and Further Maths, Chemistry and Physics , an 8 in Biology, 7 in Eng Lang, 6 in Eng Lit, and 7 in Computer Science. “I did good; I am really happy with my results!. At UTCR there has been lots of practice with employers, doing things like work days and practice interviews which have been really beneficial. One of the best things about this UTC are the teachers, they are brilliant and so supportive.”
- Sashvat got an 8 in Maths, 7s in Eng lang, Chemistry, Further Maths, Biology and Physics, 6 in Computer Science. “I am off to another sixth form to study the sciences but have enjoyed my time at the UTC”.
Headteacher Jennie Thomson said:
“I am very proud of all our students getting their results today. They have shown excellent resilience and perseverance through a difficult period and they should be proud of all their achievements, not just the outcomes that they receive today.
“We are exceptionally pleased with an increase in the highest grades between 9-7. We are also celebrating fantastic destinations with students moving on to further level 3 study with us at UTC, and other local providers, as well as some prestigious level 3 apprenticeships with local employers.
“I am excited to welcome back students who return to us in Sixth form and wish all the students moving on to new destinations the best of luck in their futures.”
UTC Reading is continuing to support students by providing information, advice and guidance on results day.
