Thomas Telford University Technical College
Wolverhampton, WV10 0JR · Wolverhampton · secondary school
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2nd of 20 secondary schools in Wolverhampton we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.5/10 against 146 of them, against 8.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 61.5 · 83 | 46% | 3.84 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.41 · 80 | 38% | 3.06 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 53.5 · 82 | 15% | 1.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thomas Telford University Technical College overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.1% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 53.7, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.41 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 993 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,050. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
With 57 places currently available, how does the school manage class sizes for new intakes? How does the Progress 8 score of +0.41 translate into support for individual students? What specific support structures are in place for pupils aiming for Grade 5 or above in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Thomas Telford University Technical College
Overview
The report describes a school with an "overwhelming sense of community and mutual respect," where relationships are "supportive, caring and focused on pupils achieving their potential." Pupils demonstrate "exemplary behaviour" and are "exceptionally well prepared for life beyond school" through extensive personal development opportunities.
Strengths
- Pupils show "high levels of focus and engagement" and maintain "exemplary behaviour" in lessons and around the school.
- The school prioritises personal development "exceptionally well," offering mentoring, employment placements, and clubs that enhance wider experiences.
- Sixth-form students are "exceptionally positive" about their learning, engaging in "ambitious, challenging and independent learning" and contributing significantly to school life.
- Leaders have designed a "highly ambitious curriculum" that effectively supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Staff workload is carefully considered, and staff appreciate being involved in policy changes.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must consistently check what pupils know and remember across all subjects to address gaps in knowledge and adapt teaching accordingly.
- The school should develop and embed a reading strategy to support pupils in engaging with regular and wider reading, deepening vocabulary understanding.
- The school must review its practice to ensure it monitors pupils’ absences robustly and communicates sufficiently with those absent for long periods.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, though the school’s monitoring and communication regarding absent pupils is not yet sufficiently rigorous.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 50.3 |
| 2024/25 | 53.7 |
| 2025/26 | 53.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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