Welcome to Waterfront UTC
It is my pleasure to welcome you to Waterfront UTC. I am delighted to be leading such a fantastic team of teachers alongside hard working and driven students with ever supportive parents and carers.
About Our School
Waterfront UTC is a University Technical College, offering a stem-focussed education. We offer a fantastic, unrivalled opportunity for any young person, aged 13-19, wishing to pursue a career in the Construction and Engineering sector.
Our Curriculum
Students at Waterfront UTC study a tailored curriculum which focuses on Engineering and Construction, whilst building a solid understanding in the core subjects. You have the opportunity to study either or both Engineering and Construction, Business Studies, Computer Science, Design Technology and Triple Science, alongside Maths, English Literature/Language and Combined Science.
Ethos & Values
At Waterfront UTC we provide a safe environment for everyone. We strive to create a culture of dignity, respect and trust and engender professionalism and leadership to make a positive difference, as well as to inspire and motivate to achieve enduring excellence.
House Points
Latest News
25/08/21 14:34:0121 Aug 2025
Students Celebrate GCSE Results
Waterfront UTC celebrated fantastic outcomes from this year's GCSE cohort. Congratulations to all of our students...
25/08/14 13:15:3714 Aug 2025
Congratulations to our Waterfront UTC students receiving their Level 3 results today!
We are incredibly proud of all your hard work, determination, and achievements. These results open the door to an exciti...
25/07/23 12:39:1023 Jul 2025
School Games Gold Mark
We are delighted to announce that we have achieved the School Games GOLD Mark Award for the 2024/25 acade...
25/05/16 14:55:3616 May 2025
Our First Ever Orienteering Event
On Thursday 15th May, Waterfront UTC marked another exciting milestone by attending our first ever orienteering event. T...
We were invited to the Chatham Waters Summer Social delivered by @PeelWaters Legal & General, Way of Life @AvisonYoung, O'Halloran & O'Brien and X1 Sales & Lettings along with support from @medway_council. #stemlearning #EmployerEngagement #community #stemeducation https://t.co/gGOmcY0A4q
Staff visited Saracen Horse Feeds to witness the manufacturing process of their products. They discussed different career pathways available and ways Saracen and Waterfront UTC could work together to inspire students #stemeducation #stemlearning #manufacturing #EngineeringCareers https://t.co/JShweiOMot
Students visited a new @networkrail substation to gain insight surrounding civil engineering. Students met with Enable's team who gave insight in the variety of available career paths #civilengineering #STEMlearning #STEMeducation #employerengagement #careerpathways https://t.co/RV6qrcRswE
Geoff from @WillmottDixon stayed behind to hold discussions with pupils regarding opportunities & pathways available, as well as offering advice on student CV's. Thank you for your time and we look forward to inviting Willmott Dixon back #employerengagement #Construction https://t.co/is3V85vUSx
Where you can find us
Open Day
Thursday 25th September | 5-7:30pm
Are you considering sending your child to Waterfront UTC, to join us in Year 9 in September 2026? Join us at our Open Evening for a chance to take a look around our school!
Date: Thursday, 25th September
Time: 5pm - 7:30pm. Bookable Principal Talks at 5:30pm and 6:30pm
What to Expect:
Tour the UTC, and get a taste of the fantastic facilities we have on site
Speak to our staff and students to hear about life at Waterfront
Visit our classrooms to learn more about our exciting curriculum
Hear from Mrs McLean, our Principal, at a number of bookable talks
Principal Talks:
We recommend that all attendees attend one of our Principal Talks, for a chance to hear from our Principal and students about life at Waterfront UTC, and pre-booking for this portion of the evening is recommended, due to limited space. Booking to attend our Open Day is not compulsory, and you are welcome to attend on the day and tour the school without pre-booking.
Admissions
Join Us at Waterfront UTC!
Is your child currently in Year 8, and considering joining us in Year 9 at Waterfront UTC? Currently in Year 11, and looking to join us for Sixth Form?
If so, please fill in the form in the link below to enquire about a place in our September 2025 cohort.