2026 Destinations Data

At University Technical College Norfolk (UTCN), our commitment to delivering clear, high-value career and educational pathways is reflected in the outstanding achievements of our Class of 2026:

• Post-16 Destinations (End of Secondary School): We achieved a 0% NEET rate, ensuring 100% of our Year 11 cohort progressed into positive destinations. Demonstrating strong confidence in our specialised technical provision, 42% of students chose to continue their journey at UTCN Sixth Form. A further 38% moved to sixth form colleges, 12% entered Level 2/3 apprenticeships, 6% joined FE colleges, and 2% moved straight into employment.

• Post-18 Destinations (Sixth Form Launchpad): Our Sixth Form graduates continued to stand out in competitive fields. 35% progressed to university degree programmes, while 28% entered employment and another 28% secured apprenticeships. Our apprenticeship progression rate beat the national UTC-sector benchmark by 11.8 percentage points, proving our strength as a gateway to industry.

Whether staying with us for the full secondary-to-sixth-form journey or joining us specifically for Post-16 technical education, UTCN equips every student to build a direct route into higher education and meaningful careers.