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A great place to learn

North East Futures UTC is a University Technical College in Newcastle for students aged 14-19. Students can join the UTC in Year 10 or Year 12 The UTC is state-funded and students can join us from accross the North East. We specialise in Digital and Health Science careers.

We work closely with local employers to provide students with a distinctive, innovative and high-quality academic and technical education for all of our students.

We support students to develop work-ready skills including our core values of communication, professionalism and resilience. These skills help students move onto a positive destination after the UTC such as a University course in a STEM subject or a Higher Apprenticeship.

We have equal opportunities and high expectations for all, whilst striving for Technical and Academic excellence.

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Our Amazing Facility

North East Futures UTC is based in the Stephenson Quarter in Newcastle upon Tyne, in the historic industrial heart of the city and easily accesible by Metro, bus, on foot, bicycle or rail!

The Quarter takes its prestigious name from the Robert Stephenson and Co. Locomotive Works which were based there, and where the famous Rocket was built in 1829.

This legacy of technology, innovation and creativity is central to our UTC – an exciting and stimulating place to learn, inspire, work and grow.

Academic Excellence

Our UTC balances a strong core curriculum and technical qualifications to give students a more rounded experience for their education. Our UTC has support from loca businesses and is sponsored by the University of Sunderland. This results in our students achieving excellent exam outcomes.

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UTC Futures

UTC Futures is our distinctive programme of employer engagement. The programme offers inspirational work experience placements, real-world project-based learning, cutting-edge careers education, and extra-curricular opportunities to enhance students' CVs. Additionally, students can earn the prestigious Baker Award upon completion of the programme.

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Enrichment

Our after school enrichment clubs include Photography, Table Top Games, Badminton, Table Tennis, Football, Media, Debate and many more.

We encourage our 6th form students to help run these activities to help develop key skills you need in life such as communication, leadership, teamwork and organistaion.

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Dress Code

North East Futures UTC has a smart dress code for Key Stage 4 and students are expected to look smart and work-ready every day. Key Stage 5 students have a smart-casual dress code.

This is particularly important as we have many industry partners as guests on site almost every day and students can make a fantastic first impression.

You can purchase your UTC hoodie here 

The full dress code document is in our Student, Parent and Carer Handbook. 

Food and Drink

Our students get a number of food and drink options such as:

  • Free breakfast from 8:30-9:00 in the dining room (sponsored by Sunderland Local Authority)
  • Hot and Cold snacks and drinks at 11:00am break in the dining room
  • Hot and Cold meals at 1:00pm lunch in the dining room

Students can bring packed lunches from home and 6th Form students are permitted offsite 

North East Futures UTC offers Free School Meals to all eligible students.

Pastoral Support

At North East Futures UTC, we believe in nurturing every student's well-being alongside their academic growth. Our pastoral care offer ensures each student has a personal tutor they see daily, providing consistent guidance and a familiar point of contact. This daily interaction is complemented by a dedicated pastoral team, always available to offer additional support and assistance whenever needed, ensuring a supportive and encouraging environment for all.

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Meet the Team

We have an amazing team here at North East Futures UTC, looking after the students' educational needs and looking after their well being.

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Meet the Governors

North East Futures UTC is proud to be a member of Tyne Coast Academy Trust  and have an outstanding group of Governors supporting us.

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