Compass Community School Pinetree Park
Compass Community School Pinetree Park is an independent special school in Lewes for pupils aged 10 to 19. It has a Christian religious character. It has 13 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Compass Community School Pinetree Park is Good, from an inspection in September 2025. In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 12.5, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025. GCSE results: 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 10-19 |
| Religion | Christian |
| Address | Newhaven Road Lewes Lewes East Sussex BN7 3NF |
| Phone | 01273091170 |
| Reference Number | 114660 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 13 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Owlswick School is performing well and is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the proposed material change is implemented. The school has a strong safeguarding culture, with a policy that adheres to current statutory requirements and clear procedures for managing safeguarding issues. Additionally, the school fosters a positive environment, emphasizing respectful relationships and effective behavior management, which has resulted in a significant reduction in bullying incidents.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Jul 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 03 Oct 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Jun 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Feb 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Jan 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Jun 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2009 | Light touch inspection |
| 27 Jun 2005 | Standard inspection |
| 30 Jan 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong safeguarding policies and practices.
- Warm and respectful relationships between staff and pupils.
- Effective strategies for behavior management and reducing bullying.
- Well-maintained and attractive premises.
- Proactive in minimizing triggers for adverse behavior.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 12.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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What is Compass Community School Pinetree Park's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Compass Community School Pinetree Park is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was Compass Community School Pinetree Park last inspected by Ofsted?
Compass Community School Pinetree Park was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does Compass Community School Pinetree Park have?
Compass Community School Pinetree Park has 13 pupils on roll.
What age range does Compass Community School Pinetree Park cover?
Compass Community School Pinetree Park for pupils aged 10 to 19.
What are Compass Community School Pinetree Park's GCSE results?
In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 12.5, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Compass Community School Pinetree Park?
Compass Community School Pinetree Park is at Newhaven Road, Lewes, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3NF.