Compass Community School Lancashire
URN: 148397 • Burnley BB10 2RA
Overview
- Name
- Compass Community School Lancashire
- URN
- 148397
- 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
- Andrew Hill (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07519379928
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bend Hill Farm, Burnley BB10 2RA
Summary
Compass Community School Lancashire is an independent special school located in Burnley, serving a maximum of six pupils. The school is designed to support children who have experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences, fostering a nurturing environment that encourages self-belief and effective learning. With a mixed-gender intake, the school prioritises a close-knit family ethos, helping students rebuild trust in education and feel a sense of belonging.
The curriculum at Compass is tailored to meet the unique needs of each pupil, providing a holistic educational experience that extends beyond traditional classroom learning. Students have opportunities to engage in a variety of activities that inspire and motivate them, with a focus on developing personal qualities such as respect, independence, and moral principles. The school offers external accreditation options, including GCSEs and Functional Skills, to support academic achievement.
Safeguarding and well-being are paramount at Compass, with a commitment to creating a safe and supportive learning environment. The staff are dedicated to fostering positive behaviour and engagement, ensuring that pupils can thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Compass is tailored to meet the unique needs of each pupil, providing a holistic educational experience that extends beyond traditional classroom learning. Students have opportunities to engage in a variety of activities that inspire and motivate them, with a focus on developing personal qualities such as respect, independence, and moral principles. The school offers external accreditation options, including GCSEs and Functional Skills, to support academic achievement.
Safeguarding and well-being are paramount at Compass, with a commitment to creating a safe and supportive learning environment. The staff are dedicated to fostering positive behaviour and engagement, ensuring that pupils can thrive both academically and personally.
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
- Holly Grove School (68.0)
- Broadfield Specialist School (67.1)
- The Heights Burnley (58.2)
- Rawdhatul Uloom (56.5)
- Ridgewood Community High School (54.5)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 17
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 6
- Pupils
- 6
- Boys
- 2
- Girls
- 4
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2021-03-15
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 6 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 6 |
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