The Compass School
URN: 149720 • Romford RM7 9NU
Overview
- Name
- The Compass School
- URN
- 149720
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 28.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catharine Wensley (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01708393247
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 373 London Road, Romford RM7 9NU
Summary
The Compass School is a free special school located in Romford, Havering, catering to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Currently accommodating 40 students, the school has a capacity for 60 and offers a nurturing environment designed to support the unique challenges faced by its pupils. The school aims to foster a sense of community and belonging among students, families, and staff.
The curriculum at The Compass School is broad and balanced, aligned with the National Curriculum, and includes a strong focus on mental health and wellbeing. The school employs a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that emotional support is integrated into daily learning. In addition to academic subjects, the school is committed to providing enrichment opportunities, including trips and activities that enhance the educational experience.
As The Compass School continues to grow, it plans to expand its offerings to include both primary and secondary phases, ultimately serving a diverse range of pupils aged 7 to 16. The school encourages prospective families to attend open events to learn more about its ethos and community involvement.
The curriculum at The Compass School is broad and balanced, aligned with the National Curriculum, and includes a strong focus on mental health and wellbeing. The school employs a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that emotional support is integrated into daily learning. In addition to academic subjects, the school is committed to providing enrichment opportunities, including trips and activities that enhance the educational experience.
As The Compass School continues to grow, it plans to expand its offerings to include both primary and secondary phases, ultimately serving a diverse range of pupils aged 7 to 16. The school encourages prospective families to attend open events to learn more about its ethos and community involvement.
Useful links
- Meet Our Governors (governance)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- The Compass School Guide (download)
- Home (other)
- About Us (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
- 01708 393247 (other)
- Term dates (other)
- Terms and Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Newbridge School (69.1)
- Newbridge School (59.9)
- St Mary's Hare Park School (59.9)
- Little Heath School (55.7)
- Koru Independent AP Academy (54.5)
Key details
- LA
- Havering
- Age range
- 7 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 60
- Pupils
- 40
- Boys
- 26
- Girls
- 14
- FSM %
- 57.50
- Open date
- 2023-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 40 | 26 | 14 | 60 | 57.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 22 | 11 | 11 | 60 | 50.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 60 |
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