The Leigh UTC
University technical college in Dartford, Kent, England
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The Leigh UTC is a University Technical College (UTC) for the Dartford area of Kent, England, that opened in September 2014. The UTC specialises in Engineering and Computer Sciences.
| The Leigh UTC | |
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Brunel Way , , DA1 5TF | |
| Coordinates | 51.4600°N 0.2240°E |
| Information | |
| Type | University technical college |
| Established | 2014 |
| Founder | Sir Geoffrey Leigh |
| Department for Education URN | 140987 Tables |
| Ofsted | Reports |
| CEO | Simon Beamish |
| Principal | Kevin Watson |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Age | 11 to 19 |
| Enrolment | 730 |
| Capacity | 960 |
| Website | theleighutc |
Building work started in October 2013 at the Bridge development, where Joyce Green Hospital once stood. The main building opened to students in September 2014.
The Leigh UTC has a project-based approach to learning.
As with all UTCs, a number of businesses and organisations support the College. These include:
- University of Greenwich
- Bluewater
- Kenard Engineering
- Eurostar
The Leigh UTC has opened a five-form entry Key Stage 3 feeder college, the Inspiration Academy, on the UTC site, in effect converting the education model into one of an 11–18 free school.[1]
The Leigh UTC is part of Leigh Academies Trust.