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The Compass

Dorset·Not applicable·South West·Pupil referral unit·DT4 0QU
URN: 134373
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School information

URN134373
Local authorityDorset
RegionSouth West
PhaseNot applicable
TypePupil referral unit
Gender of entryMixed
Age range5-16
HeadteacherHeadTeacher Alison Glazier
Trust—
AdmissionsNot applicable
Religious characterDoes not apply
PostcodeDT4 0QU
Pupils42
FSM eligible73.8%

Contact and identifiers

307a Chickerell Road, Westham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QU

www.compass.dorset.sch.uk1305206530
DfE number1105
UKPRN10017184
Opened1 Sept 2003
GIAS updated17 Mar 2026

Data sources and freshness

Official record updated17 Mar 2026
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