Compass Community School Essex
URN: 147473 • ESSEX CO16 9PY
Overview
- Name
- Compass Community School Essex
- URN
- 147473
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nathan Kempster (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07549031599
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 274 Harwich Road, ESSEX CO16 9PY
Summary
Compass Community School Essex is an independent special school located in Essex, catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 16 pupils, with a capacity of 18. The school focuses on providing a supportive environment for children who have experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences. Its ethos centres on fostering self-belief and encouraging effective learning through a close-knit community approach.
The curriculum at Compass is designed to be holistic, recognising that learning extends beyond traditional classroom settings. It offers a variety of opportunities and experiences aimed at engaging and inspiring pupils. The school prioritises the development of personal qualities such as respect, independence, and moral principles, preparing students to become responsible citizens.
Compass Community School places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and the well-being of its pupils. The staff are committed to creating a positive learning atmosphere where behaviour is managed effectively, allowing children to thrive academically and socially. The school provides external accreditation options, including GCSEs and Functional Skills, to support pupils in their educational journey.
The curriculum at Compass is designed to be holistic, recognising that learning extends beyond traditional classroom settings. It offers a variety of opportunities and experiences aimed at engaging and inspiring pupils. The school prioritises the development of personal qualities such as respect, independence, and moral principles, preparing students to become responsible citizens.
Compass Community School places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and the well-being of its pupils. The staff are committed to creating a positive learning atmosphere where behaviour is managed effectively, allowing children to thrive academically and socially. The school provides external accreditation options, including GCSEs and Functional Skills, to support pupils in their educational journey.
Useful links
- Environmental Social & Governance Policy (governance)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Whistleblowing Policy (download)
- Section 172 Statement (download)
- Net Zero Report (download)
- Gender Pay Gap Report (download)
- Responsible Procurement Policy (download)
- Modern Slavery Statement (download)
- About Us (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- TLG Tendring (62.7)
- Open Box Education Centre (55.2)
- The Belsteads School (53.9)
- Elm Green Preparatory School (41.1)
- Hopewell School (40.7)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 17
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 18
- Pupils
- 16
- Boys
- 14
- Girls
- 2
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2020-01-31
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 15 | 13 | 2 | 18 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 18 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 18 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 12 |
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