Energy Coast UTC has become the latest UTC to be awarded an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted report.

Cherry Tingle, Principal of Energy Coast UTC described the achievement as exceptional, with the outstanding classification spanning every single area of inspection. A delighted Ms Tingle, who took over the helm in September 2016, said it was a very significant judgement and that everyone involved with UTC was over the moon with the highest possible classification. Inspectors said Ms Tingle had ‘systematically and very skilfully developed high-quality leadership skills in all school leaders and managers’. Student results, teaching, employer links and behaviour were all said to be outstanding. The report praised an ethos where pupils’…

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A Revolution in Technical Education

Lord Baker welcomes a revolution in Technical Education saying: “The Energy Coast UTC at Sellafield has been awarded “Outstanding” by Ofsted – this is one of the most successful schools in the North of England.  It leads a revolution in Technical Education.” Last July 80% of its students became apprentices – this compares to a national average of 6%. Ofsted recognise that: “Many pupils start at this school disillusioned with what they have achieved in their key stage 3 education at other schools. Some are resentful about schooling. Through excellent support and guidance, staff transform…

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