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UTC Oxfordshire Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

UTC Oxfordshire is a university technical college secondary school in Didcot, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 14–19, with 290 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

14–19

Age range

290

Pupils

600

Capacity

48%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

UTC Oxfordshire Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at UTC Oxfordshire are allocated by Oxfordshire using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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UTC Oxfordshire — School Information

Full address
Greenwood Way, Harwell, Didcot, OX11 6BZ
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
University technical college
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
14–19 years
Free school meals
29.1% of pupils
DfE URN
141111

Other Secondary Schools in Didcot

If UTC Oxfordshire is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Didcot are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — UTC Oxfordshire

Is UTC Oxfordshire oversubscribed?

UTC Oxfordshire has a capacity of 600 places and currently has 290 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oxfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for UTC Oxfordshire?

Admission to UTC Oxfordshire is managed by Oxfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does UTC Oxfordshire cover?

UTC Oxfordshire is a secondary school in Didcot, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 14–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for UTC Oxfordshire?

UTC Oxfordshire was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.