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South Devon UTC
Newton Abbot·South West·UTC
SecondaryUTCAges 14–19Co-edDoes not apply
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South Devon UTC is a secondary UTC in Newton Abbot, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this UTC and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, South Devon UTC has a Progress 8 score of -1.29 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 29.6, 34% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of c.
The school has 193 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 9.0%, 19% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 18.4%.
After leaving South Devon UTC, student destinations include 6% going on to university and 38% entering apprenticeships.
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South Devon UTC has a Progress 8 score of -1.29, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 29.6. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
34% of students at South Devon UTC achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at South Devon UTC achieve an average A-Level grade of c. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
South Devon UTC has an overall absence rate of 18.4%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at South Devon UTC is 9.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
South Devon UTC has 193 pupils on roll.
19% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
79% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.
After leaving South Devon UTC, 6% go on to university and 38% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
South Devon UTC was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, South Devon UTC is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While South Devon UTC's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
139/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
59/mo
42% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 7 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.5
Bus Stops
13
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Newton Abbot Rail Station
0.5km away · 1 stations nearby
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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2.2
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Data Score
Computed from 25 government data points. Not based on student reviews.
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.