Compass Community School Victoria Park
URN: 148064 • Tipton DY4 8SW
Overview
- Name
- Compass Community School Victoria Park
- URN
- 148064
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jade Gilchrist (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01218277861
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Victoria Road, Tipton DY4 8SW
Summary
Compass Community School Victoria Park is an independent special school located in Tipton, Sandwell, catering to a mixed-gender population of 25 pupils, with a capacity of 30. The school focuses on supporting children who have experienced trauma and complex behaviours, aiming to rebuild their self-belief and engagement with education.
The school adopts a holistic approach to learning, recognising that education extends beyond the classroom. It offers a diverse curriculum designed to inspire and motivate pupils, fostering personal qualities such as respect, independence, and moral principles. Compass Community School prioritises the health, safety, and well-being of its students, ensuring a supportive environment where positive behaviour is encouraged and managed effectively.
In addition to academic learning, the school provides various external accreditation options, including GCSEs and Functional Skills, tailored to meet individual needs. The close-knit community ethos at Compass fosters a sense of belonging, helping pupils to trust in education and strive for personal achievement.
The school adopts a holistic approach to learning, recognising that education extends beyond the classroom. It offers a diverse curriculum designed to inspire and motivate pupils, fostering personal qualities such as respect, independence, and moral principles. Compass Community School prioritises the health, safety, and well-being of its students, ensuring a supportive environment where positive behaviour is encouraged and managed effectively.
In addition to academic learning, the school provides various external accreditation options, including GCSEs and Functional Skills, tailored to meet individual needs. The close-knit community ethos at Compass fosters a sense of belonging, helping pupils to trust in education and strive for personal achievement.
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
- Albright Education Centre (65.1)
- Bloomfield School (62.2)
- Batmans Hill Unit (45.2)
- Fitzwarren School (45.2)
- Midland Oak School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sandwell
- Age range
- 6 - 17
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 30
- Pupils
- 25
- Boys
- 19
- Girls
- 6
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2020-11-20
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 25 | 19 | 6 | 30 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 24 | 17 | 7 | 30 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 14 | 13 | 1 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 14 | 13 | 1 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 30 |
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