Mission Statement

We are proud to announce the inception of a new school from the Thomas Telford Multi Academy Trust that opened to Year 7 students for the first time in September 2020, which sees the collaboration of the Outstanding Thomas Telford School with the West Midlands University Technical College, judged by Ofsted to be Good with Outstanding features. The strengths of the two schools have come together to offer students a truly ground-breaking opportunity.

Objectives

Broad and Balanced Curriculum.

Strong Emphasis on STEAM Subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths).

Superb Learning Environment.

Excellent Enrichment Opportunities.

First-Class Employer Engagement.

State-of-the-Art Facilities .

Unrivalled Academic & Technical Education .

Real Life Research & Development Projects .

Extensive Support from the University of Wolverhampton.

The Introduction of T-levels and to Remove the Artificial Barrier That Exists Between Vocational Qualifications and A Levels .

Our Vision

The Thomas Telford University Technical College has been established to provide the young people of Wolverhampton and the surrounding region a unique combination of excellent academic achievement and first-class preparation for their future.

Our specialism, which is built around opportunities to Innovate, Design & Build, will give our students a distinct advantage in seeking professional and technical careers within the Built Environment and related IT industries. The combination of employer mentors, extensive work experience, an employer-led project-based curriculum, specialist facilities and a professional work environment will provide an outstanding education for all our learners. Our students will leave Thomas Telford UTC with the qualifications, skills, experience and professional work ethos that will enable them to reach their highest aspirations. Plus, our partnerships with the Thomas Telford Multi Academy Trust, employers and the University of Wolverhampton will ensure that we are able to support them beyond their graduation and throughout their career.

Our Values

Aspiration

We are all responsible for seeking to achieve the best from ourselves and each other.

Adaptability

We are committed to the belief that everyone can change for the better.

Resilience

We seek to stand firm in the face of adversity.

Accountability

We recognise that we are in control of our own actions and are responsible for our conduct and its consequences.

Integrity

We are committed to exhibiting honesty and truthfulness in our actions.

Fairness

We believe that all should be treated fairly and have equality of opportunity irrespective of circumstance.

Respect

We are committed to earning the respect of others and in turn respecting ourselves, each other, the Thomas Telford UTC and all of our communities.

Collaboration

Our students and staff will work alongside all stakeholders to benefit from partnership and teamwork.