Ron Dearing UTC hits A-Level results high as it prepares to open new Sixth Form Centre
TOP PERFORMERS: Ron Dearing UTC is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted
By Rick Lyon, Co-Editor
Hull’s Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) has recorded another set of excellent A-Level and technical results, with half of all student grades this year being A or A*.
Students at the employer-led school have once again delivered stellar grades, while Ron Dearing UTC has also announced it is gearing up to open a new Sixth Form Centre to provide more opportunities for its young people.
Highlights of this year’s cohort of 209 A-Level and Level 3 students’ results include:
50 per cent of all grades A-A*
93 per cent of all grades A-C*
Average A-Level grade is a B
Average Applied General grade is Distinction Plus
Average Tech Level grade is Distinction Star.
Ron Dearing UTC Principal Sarah Pashley said: “We’re absolutely delighted with these results. Continuing to improve on exceptionally high standards was always going to be a challenge, but our students, staff and wider school community have once again risen to the occasion and delivered outstanding outcomes.
“These achievements reflect the quality of teaching and learning at Ron Dearing UTC, the ambition of our students, and the strength of our employer-engaged curriculum. They demonstrate what’s possible when young people are given the knowledge, skills and opportunities to excel.
“Congratulations to our Year 13 students – they have worked incredibly hard, embraced every opportunity and shown remarkable resilience throughout their time with us.
“We’re also thrilled that we remain on track for 100 per cent of our students to progress to positive destinations, whether that is university, an apprenticeship or employment.
“At a time when too many young people nationally are leaving education without a clear next step, this is a significant achievement and highlights our commitment to ensuring every student is equipped for success in their future career and life.”
The success comes at an exciting time for the school, which is preparing to open a state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre, just five minutes’ walk from the main site, in January.
Approximately 50 per cent of this year’s cohort are heading to university, while 40 per cent are preparing to begin apprenticeships and 10 per cent are expected to step straight into employment.
Those pursuing apprenticeships are joining leading companies in industries such as healthcare, aerospace and software development, while those pursuing further education at university, including at prestigious Russell Group institutions, are studying a diverse array of subjects, including Aeronautics, Robotics, Medicine, Fine Art and Illustration.
Richard Martin, chair of the governing board at Ron Dearing UTC and non-executive director at major partner Arco, said: “On behalf of the school, I’d like to offer heartfelt thanks to our exceptional staff, our fantastic employer partners and educational partner, the University of Hull, our highly-effective governing board, and our committed and supportive parents and carers. They have all played an invaluable role in supporting our students’ success.
“The forthcoming opening of our new Sixth Form Centre will be another major milestone for the school and once more demonstrates our commitment to providing the very best learning environment and opportunities for young people across the region.”
The school now has more than 60 employer partners who work alongside the school’s experienced teaching staff to equip students with the skills, qualifications and maturity required by leading businesses and vital to supporting the growth of the region’s economy.
The UTC’s founding partners are the University of Hull and leading local employers KCOM, Reckitt, Siemens Gamesa, Smith+Nephew and Spencer Group. The school is also supported by Hull City Council alongside a host of other major partners and partners.