More than 250 learners took part in LDE UTC’s Skanska Takeover Day, where senior leaders from one of our founding sponsors delivered lessons, workshops and careers activities across all year groups.
LDE UTC’s Engineering Skills College has partnered with the Landscape Institute to deliver the new Level 3 Landscape Technician Apprenticeship, supporting the next generation of landscape professionals through a 24-month programme combining technical training, creative skills and industry engagement.
The 2025 festive season has officially begun at LDE UTC, marked by the launch of our Advent Calendar, Twelve Days of Christmas nominations and a series of community celebrations across the school.
LDE UTC has been recognised as an Intel® Skills for Innovation Certified School, joining a global network of institutions leading the way in digital innovation, creativity, and future-ready learning.
LDE UTC welcomed international guests from CEDIA, facilitated by the Baker Dearing Educational Trust, for a visit that highlighted our employer-led approach to technical education and how industry collaboration shapes learning in the UK.
Year 13 Business learners gained first-hand insight into professional recruitment and employment law during a guest masterclass with Kerry Crane, Head of Recruitment at Transport for London.
Apprentices from LDE UTC’s Engineering Skills College were recognised at the Youth Build UK Awards 2025 at the House of Commons — celebrating determination, resilience, and the power of opportunity.
LDE UTC partnered with Zaha Hadid Architects and Found Futures to deliver the innovative 1+1 Programme, giving learners hands-on experience in architecture and design through workshops, studio visits, and professional mentoring.
LDE UTC Data Ambassador Alex P reflects on his experience at the Future Industries Demonstrator Hackathon, hosted by the London Legacy Development Corporation at Plexal, Here East.
Year 12 learner Joe joined Studio 1718 for his T Level industry placement -a partnership born from shared passion, creative connection, and a commitment to opening doors for the next generation of makers.
LDE UTC alumni returned to the VR Lab to share their creative journeys and inspire Year 12 Digital Media learners, offering practical advice, portfolio tips, and real-world insight into life beyond sixth form.
Apprentices from LDE UTC’s Engineering Skills College visited the Houses of Parliament for a day of learning, reflection, and inspiration, connecting history, policy, and engineering in action.
We welcomed Bouygues UK for an employer insight session with our T Level Design, Surveying and Planning learners, strengthening a long-standing partnership and opening new opportunities for industry placements with a leading construction company.
LDE UTC Aviation learners joined an inspiring virtual session, Flight Check: Medical Roles in Aviation, discovering the vital careers that keep the skies safe and the industry running smoothly.
Year 10 English learners took part in a virtual masterclass with the Royal Shakespeare Company, gaining new insight into Shakespeare’s Macbeth and the creative process behind live performance.
Learners at LDE UTC took part in a live 3D modelling brief supported by F1® Arcade’s Joshua Button, who joined Chief Technology Officer James Culley to provide professional critique and guidance on creative digital design.
LDE UTC’s Chief Technology Officer, James Culley, and Apprentice IT Technician, Benjamin Turauskas, joined Newham Data and local leaders at DigiGov Expo’25 to discuss how data and AI can fuel inclusive growth and prepare young people for future careers.
This October, we marked Black History Month with a series of creative, inspiring, and thought-provoking experiences - from student-led performances to talks from influential industry leaders and mentors. Together, they reflected the creativity, confidence, and leadership that define our learners and community.
London Design & Engineering UTC Celebrates Results and Life-Changing Destinations for Learners.
