The Compass

URN: 134373 • Weymouth DT4 0QU

Overview

Name
The Compass
URN
134373
Type
Pupil referral unit
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Glazier (since 2025) , HeadTeacher
Telephone
01305206530
Website
Visit
Address
307a Chickerell Road, Weymouth DT4 0QU

Summary

The Compass is a Pupil Referral Unit located in Weymouth, Dorset, catering to students from Year 7 to Year 11 who are at risk of exclusion or have special educational needs. With a current enrolment of 42 pupils and a capacity of 67, the school aims to inspire and support learners to reach their full potential in education and prepare them for further education and employment. The ethos of the school is built around the principles of inspiration, transformation, excellence, and success.

The curriculum at The Compass includes a mix of core subjects and vocational courses, offering GCSEs, BTECs, and alternative provisions tailored to individual student needs. Although not required to follow the National Curriculum, the school incorporates it where possible to facilitate smoother transitions back to mainstream education. Regular assessments and tailored support strategies ensure that each student’s learning requirements are met effectively.

The Compass places a strong emphasis on communication with parents and carers, providing regular updates on student progress and opportunities for engagement through meetings and reports. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all students, employing a trauma-informed approach and adaptive teaching methods to create an inclusive learning environment.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
5 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
67
Pupils
42
Boys
30
Girls
12
FSM %
73.80
Open date
2003-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 42 30 12 67 73.80
2024-09-11 49 35 14 67 73.50
2023-09-11 43 35 8 67 74.40
2022-09-11 43 35 8 67 74.40
2021-09-11 46 36 10 67 67.40
2020-09-11 39 31 8 67 59.00

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