Name

UTC Plymouth

Legal name

Plymouth UTC Ltd.

Website

https://utcplymouth.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Technical Education

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter STEM/STEAM-Focused Schools (EDAJACAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

Keywords

• Secondary education
• Technical college
• STEAM curriculum
• T-Level programs
• Engineering education

Headquarters

HQ city

Plymouth

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Government Education Funding: As a state-funded Academy, UTC Plymouth receives revenue through the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) via local authority funding formulas for student enrollment

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

UTC Plymouth is a state-funded University Technical College providing specialist secondary and sixth form education (ages 11-19) with a STEAM focus. The school delivers Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 curricula, GCSEs, BTEC and Cambridge National vocational qualifications, plus a Sixth Form STEAM Academy offering T-Levels and Pre-T-Level programs in Engineering and Digital pathways with employer-led work experience.

Product overview

UTC Plymouth is a University Technical College offering a integrated educational program spanning Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9), Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11), and Sixth Form. The core offering centers on T-Levels and Pre-T-Level programs in Engineering and Digital, supplemented by traditional GCSEs (Art & Design, Combined Science, English Language, English Literature, Mathematics) and BTEC/Cambridge National vocational qualifications (Digital Information Technology, Engineering, Sport Studies). The curriculum combines academic rigor with industry-standard workshop experiences, supported by a 'Think Like an Engineer' pedagogy and Visible Learning approach. Additional offerings include the Combined Cadet Force with Royal Navy section, Duke of Edinburgh's Award, and a comprehensive Careers Education program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• T-Levels in Engineering and Digital Technical qualifications combining classroom learning with real-world industry experience, providing pathways to apprenticeships, higher education, or direct employment in engineering and digital sectors. Targeted at post-16 students at UTC Plymouth.
• Pre-T-Level Program Foundation program preparing post-16 students for T-Level technical qualifications, developing practical and theoretical skills in engineering and digital pathways.
• Sixth Form STEAM Academy Post-16 education program offering T-Levels and Pre-T-Level programs in Engineering and Digital, designed to provide career-ready skills for STEAM industries. Combines academic and technical qualifications with employer engagement.
• Key Stage 3 Curriculum Curriculum for Years 7-9 covering core academic subjects combined with technical learning in engineering design and digital technology. Delivered to secondary school students aged 11-14.
• Key Stage 4 Curriculum Pathways Personalised curriculum for Years 10-11 through four pathways: Engineering, Design, Technical, and Environmental, leading to GCSEs, BTECs, and industry-standard qualifications for students aged 14-16.
• GCSE Combined Science (Double Award) Two-GCSE course combining Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with practical skills development through eighteen core practicals. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• GCSE English Language GCSE qualification developing English language skills through reading, writing, and spoken English, with embedded oracy skills development. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• GCSE English Literature GCSE qualification assessing analysis of historical and literary heritage texts including Shakespeare, 19th century novels, and modern drama. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• GCSE Mathematics GCSE qualification covering number, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics, essential for higher education and apprenticeships. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• GCSE Art & Design GCSE qualification in Art and Design practice covering painting, drawing, 3D modelling, printing, and digital art. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• BTEC Level 1/2 Tech Award in Digital Information Technology Vocational qualification covering user interface design, project planning, data management, data interpretation, and digital working practices. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• BTEC Engineering (Level 2) Two-year engineering qualification providing understanding of the engineering sector with practical skills using industry-standard workshops and equipment. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• OCR Cambridge National in Sport Studies Level 1/2 qualification covering outdoor and adventurous activities, practical performance, sports leadership, and contemporary issues in sport. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• Cambridge National Engineering and Design Technical qualification combining engineering principles with design processes and production techniques. Offered to Key Stage 4 students.
• Combined Cadet Force (CCF) Military-themed youth organisation with Royal Navy section offering challenging, adventurous activities and leadership development for enrolled students.
• Duke of Edinburgh's Award Award programme at Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels involving community service, fitness, skills, expeditions, and residential activities for enrolled students.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of Year 13 leavers progress to further education, apprenticeships, or employment
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Royal NavycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRoyal Navy is a key employer partner contributing to curriculum development, providing work experience opportunities, career guidance, and runs a Combined Cadet Force (CCF) contingent at the school. They have contributed financially to the school and participate in employer-focused curriculum activities.
• Babcock InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBabcock is a major employer partner providing curriculum input, work experience, apprenticeships, and career opportunities for students. They contribute to curriculum development and provide financial support to the school.
• Princess YachtscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarine employer partner offering apprenticeships, work experience, and career pathways in marine engineering. Contributes to curriculum development and employer projects.
• University of PlymouthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity sponsor providing progression pathways to higher education, curriculum input, and academic expertise. Contributes to sixth form pathways and degree apprenticeship opportunities.
• Ministry of DefencemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner providing employer connections, career opportunities, and curriculum support for students interested in defense sector careers.
• Baker DearingsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational trust supporting UTC development and the UTC network nationally, providing strategic guidance and resources.
• KawasakisupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerEngineering employer partner contributing to curriculum, providing industry insights and potential career pathways in engineering.
• RittalsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerEngineering and manufacturing company providing employer partnerships, curriculum input, and industry exposure for students.
• Becton DickinsonsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical technology company providing industry partnerships and potential career pathways in healthcare technology.
• AldermanssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal employer partner contributing to curriculum development and providing career opportunities.
• PMGsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmployer partner contributing to the school through curriculum input and career guidance.
• Ocean City MediasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal media partner providing industry insights and potential career opportunities.
• Plymouth Sound National Marine SanctuarysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarine conservation partner providing industry connections and environmental career insights.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Reach South Academy Trust: Multi-academy trust that governs UTC Plymouth and other regional schools; provides governance, shared services, and broader operating context relevant to understanding UTC Plymouth's positioning.
• University of Plymouth: University sponsor and named partner of UTC Plymouth providing progression pathways and curriculum input; overlaps in the South West STEAM education and talent pipeline, though operating at a higher-education level.

Direct peers

• Mulberry UTC: London-based UTC delivering STEAM education with technical specialisms; comparable UTC operating model and employer-partner approach to UTC Plymouth.
• UTC Sheffield: Another UK University Technical College delivering STEM-focused secondary and post-16 education with strong employer partnerships; directly comparable in mission, age range, and operating model to UTC Plymouth.
• Bristol Technology and Engineering Academy (BTEA): South West secondary specialist academy focused on engineering and digital pathways; competes for the same regional student and employer base as UTC Plymouth.
• UTC Oxfordshire: University Technical College providing STEM-oriented secondary and sixth-form provision; shares UTC governance, employer-partnership model, and curriculum philosophy with UTC Plymouth.
• UTC Reading: UK UTC offering a STEAM curriculum for ages 11-19 with employer engagement in engineering and digital; structurally and operationally analogous to UTC Plymouth.

Regional players

• Devonport High School for Boys: Local Plymouth secondary school in the same Devonport catchment as UTC Plymouth; competes for the same Year 7 applicants and parental mindshare in the immediate local market.
• Marine Academy Plymouth: Plymouth-based secondary academy also connected to marine and engineering employers in the region; competes for the same South West STEAM-interested students and apprenticeship pathways.

Others

• Baker Dearing Educational Trust: Charity that supports and promotes the UTC network nationally; not a competitor but an enabling institution that shapes the regulatory and brand environment for all UTCs including UTC Plymouth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/utc-plymouthuk

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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