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Compass School Southwark
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Compass School Southwark
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- Southwark SE16 4EE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most able and disadvantaged pupils make good progress; slower progress in science
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' attendance and behaviour have improved considerably over time
Qualifications and Training: Effective training and development of staff, particularly new teachers
Current Educational Practices: Effective external support and partnerships with local schools
Strengths and Challenges: Inconsistencies in teaching quality being addressed quickly
Opportunities for Involvement: Improved communications with parents to support positive relationships
Communication: Leaders have worked effectively to improve communication with parents
Parent Satisfaction: Majority of parents agree that this is a safe school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors and leaders check on arrangements robustly
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on raising standards and improving teaching quality
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is dealt with quickly and appropriately
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils' welfare is a key priority; learn how to keep safe online
Extracurricular Offerings: Daily enrichment activities provide a range of opportunities
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Effective balance between curriculum and enrichment
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers advice and guidance
Preparation for Sixth Form: Curriculum builds on knowledge and skills from primary schools
Managing and Supporting SEND: Good progress due to effective care and support
Subjects Offered: Well-balanced curriculum with academic and work-related subjects
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Compass School Southwark is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 440 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 37% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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For students between the ages of 11 and 16, Compass School is a 600-seat free institution in Southwark. It was developed with the exclusive goal of helping local families receive excellent education. This entails the greatest standards for instruction, the highest hopes for each student, and the highest demands placed on them. Everything we do is guided by our mission statement, which reads, "Everyone in the Compass School Community will confidently reach the destination to which they aspire." Compass School was established in September 2013 to carry out these objectives and promises. The institution is a public school in the area that provides high academic standards, a clear code of conduct, and an atmosphere that will help every student reach their greatest potential. This involves a commitment to the basics of literacy and numeracy, to serving our pupils through a longer school day and to focus on developing their ability to relate to the world around them from their peers to the workplace. Compass School believes that every pupil has something to offer to their friends, their community and to society and we will make a commitment to each of our pupils to support them in developing themselves and their talents while they are with us. Compass will offer the bearings and the route map to assist students choose and complete their journeys, no matter who they are or where they envision themselves going. Our staff members will stand up for their students by exhibiting natural authority and developing connections of support both within and outside the classroom.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.8 | 15 | 20.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 37% | - | 59% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 22.90% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.29 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% | 31.53% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 41.63% | 42.99% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 78% | 38.6% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 14.97% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 22.27% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.14 | 3.17 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 88% | 94.1% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 67 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 91.9% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 20.19% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 28% | 47.19% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 9.48% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.19% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.38% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.47 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 36% | 34.69% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 44.83% | 45.26% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 75% | 37.45% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 19.41% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 25.86% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.86 | 3.38 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 88.85% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 72 | 119 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 88.05% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 23.45% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 44.65% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 9.5% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.5% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.35% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.5% | 2.15% |
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Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.01 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 46.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 32% 15 | 25.82% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 9 | 38.32% | 43.34% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 86% | 35.39% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 3 | 13.29% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 11 | 20.68% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.11 | 3 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 89% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 121 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.69% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 17.5% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.81% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.63% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 19% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.13% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.31% | 2.76% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.53 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 17% | 26.31% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 37.58% | 42.58% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 76% | 33.81% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 12.77% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 19.46% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.53 | 2.88 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.13% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 132 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 68.53% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 18.47% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.87% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.13% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.2% | 2.06% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 24.38% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 34.54% | 43.04% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 31.88% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 17.21% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 19.71% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 89.27% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 127 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 36.27% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 13.4% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 42.67% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.93% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.93% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.93% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.87% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Compass School Southwark
Local authority ratio 17 : 1