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The Compton School
- 2.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Barnet N12 0QG
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make outstanding progress in key stages 3 and 4.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display exemplary behaviour and attitudes.
Qualifications and Training: Effective training identified through regular reviews.
Current Educational Practices: Regular reviews and collaborative working improve practices.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers develop outstanding practice; strong middle leaders.
Opportunities for Involvement: Annual reviews of staff, pupils鈥�, and parents鈥� views.
Communication: Leaders share information obtained with all stakeholders.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are exceptionally positive in their responses.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders reflect on practice and introduce changes rapidly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Unrelenting drive for the best outcomes for pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare; safeguarding is effective.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong pastoral team providing focused support.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school is proud of their creative and arts curriculum.
Career Counselling Services: A comprehensive careers programme starting in Year 8.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Excellent support for students adapting to A levels.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEN pupils receive tremendous support and make excellent progress.
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The Compton School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1349 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 62% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
87.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our ethos and standards for pupils at The Compton School remain the same. Every task we complete is aimed at perfection. We are all guided by the motto "Excellence through Dedication and Respect," staff members included. The Compton DNA, which we have created over the past few years, is a set of clear and consistent practises regarding how we teach and the traits we want to instil in our students. They are the driving force behind our success. Being an Outstanding School and a National Teaching School makes us really proud. Our exceptional outcomes are evidence of the high calibre of instruction and learning at The Compton School, as well as of the good working relationships between faculty and students and the top-notch study habits of every one of our students. Fortunately, the Compton received a Superb rating from OFSTED in January 2018, noting that students "thrive in this environment and excel well beyond expectations" and "the behaviour of pupils is outstanding." I sincerely hope that you find our website to be educational and that it provides you with a sense of what makes The Compton School so exceptional and different.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.7 | - | 6.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 62% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 7.80% | 35.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.69 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 54.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 46.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 57.82% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 33% | 36.76% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 22.88% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 28.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.90 | 3.64 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 92.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 137 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 89.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 17.27% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 58.93% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 6.2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 7.33% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.83% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.7% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.61 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 55.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 47.52% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 57.69% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 34% | 38.63% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 23.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 27.6% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.92 | 3.67 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 92% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 133 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 90.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 15.63% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 59.83% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 6.7% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.23% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.9% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.58 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 52.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 1 | 42.6% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 54.36% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 37% | 35.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 1 | 22.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 1 | 27.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.7 | 3.6 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 95.78% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 201 | 149 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 93.61% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 17% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 60.35% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 6.65% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.48% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.17% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 1.04% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.72 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 52.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 11 | 43.91% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 11 | 55.69% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 35% | 39.02% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% 11 | 23.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 10 | 29.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.55 | 3.68 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 91.23% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 179 | 156 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 81.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 16.14% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 61% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 4.95% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.14% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.8 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 56.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 38.88% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 50.66% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 45% | 33.93% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 24.34% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% | 25.68% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 95.81% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 176 | 160 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 23% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 14.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 66.76% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.67% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.24% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.33% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.49 | 33.26 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.32 | 32.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.80% | 19% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 136 | 164 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 66.56% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.2% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 10.6% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 8.36% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 38.44 | 34.71 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.9 | 34.97 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.8% | 21.91% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 142 | 184 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 67.42% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 8.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10.33% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.33 3 | 32.01 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.97 6 | 31.8 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.4% | 16.83% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 90 | 175 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 65.81% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 11.57% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 7.1% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.91 4 | 33.57 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.39 4 | 32.74 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 17.77% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 12.11% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.84% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 6.58% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.58% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.71 | 30.41 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.48 | 29.88 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 17.32% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 16.84% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 11.47% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.05% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Compton School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
