UTC Swindon, Swindon
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
UTC Swindon has worked hard to create a calmer, more focused learning environment. New leadership has introduced clear teaching methods that help all pupils learn better, and attendance and behaviour have improved significantly. The school is also paying special attention to supporting pupils with additional needs.
Key Strengths
- New leadership team has created 'The Swindon Way' - a shared approach to teaching based on educational research that helps pupils build long-term memory
- Significant improvements in behaviour and attendance, with fewer suspensions and pupils removed from lessons
- Consistent teaching focus on identifying gaps in pupils' knowledge and supporting those with special educational needs
Areas for Improvement
- Phonics reading support has been planned but not yet delivered to pupils who need it
- School needs to focus more closely on measuring the impact of changes they have made
- Some weakness areas from the previous inspection still need to be fully addressed
UTC Swindon has made progress in improving the school since its last inspection, with new leadership implementing a structured approach to teaching and behaviour. However, some aspects still need further improvement, particularly in delivering phonics support for reading.
At a Glance
29.3%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
23.2
Avg class size
6
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
30%
Available places
182 pupils
600 capacity
418 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Swindon
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Swindon
Admissions Demand - Swindon
Places available
2,816
Applications
2,957
Got 1st preference
87.0%
Got preferred school
97.3%
Secondary admissions across Swindon (2025/26)
Inspection History(104)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
10.29673%
Overall absence
36.84211%
Persistent absence
152
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
UTC Swindon
Robert Le Kyng Primary School
Even Swindon Primary School
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
King William Street Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Drove Primary School
Lethbridge Primary School
Gorse Hill Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
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