SGS Berkeley Green UTC

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 May 2026

Pupils thrive in this school. Their shared enthusiasm for science, technology and engineering helps them form strong, rewarding friendships quickly. As a result, bullying is rare. Warm, nurturing relationships with staff give pupils a deep sense of belonging. They feel safe, protected and supported. The school empowers pupils to engage with ‘cutting-edge' technology. For example, many pupils study cyber security which prepares them for future careers in protecting people and companies from cyber-attacks. Pupils value the strong support of their teachers, which enables them to learn with confidence and achieve success. They approach their studies with highly-professional attitudes. Pupils value the specialised curriculum, which prepares them well for their next steps in industry or higher education. For example, many pupils follow a well-resourced engineering pathway that equips them with the specialist knowledge needed to access high-quality apprenticeships. Sixth-form students achieve very well in technical subjects. However, pupils’ achievements at the end of key stage 4 do not yet fully reflect the strength of the curriculum and the quality of teaching. The needs of disadvantaged pupils and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified with precision. They receive highly-bespoke support that transforms their social, emotional and academic development. Pupils typically attend well. Pupils develop a deep understanding of the links between the subjects they study and their application in industry. They receive detailed information about apprenticeships, work and higher education. This enables them to make well-informed decisions about their futures. Their knowledge beyond the classroom is further enriched by a wide range of clubs, such as robotics. Pupils also learn about their roles as citizens in the wider world through the study of democracy and the rule of law.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure that the ambitious and challenging curriculum, alongside the high-quality teaching in the school, results in more pupils achieving above what is typical nationally at the end of key stage 4.
• Leaders should ensure that disadvantaged pupils who are supported by pupil premium funding attend school more regularly so that they can learn and achieve well.

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