The Compton School
Summers Lane, London, N12 0QGOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Compton School is a secondary school in Barnet for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 170 schools in Barnet. It ranks 10th of 27 secondary schools in Barnet. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 9 January 2018, report published 26 February 2018
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Sixth form provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 March 2024
Pupils enjoy attending The Compton School. They achieve exceptionally well here, regardless of their starting points. Leaders have put in place an academic and personal development curriculum that supports all pupils to succeed. Pupils, and students in the sixth form, appreciate being part of this school community. They are happy at school, feel safe and are kept safe. Leaders have very high aspirations for pupils. They have established an approach that is embodied in the phrase 'Learn DNA', which includes being ready for learning, excellence and positive attitude. Pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are exceptionally well supported. Pupils build very respectful, working relationships with each other and with staff. They learn how to reflect on their own actions through discussion and debate. Pupils behave well in lessons and when moving around the school site. Bullying is not tolerated here, and staff are vigilant. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming. There are many opportunities for pupils to develop their talents and interests. Pupils take part in a wide range of extra-curricular clubs, including cooking, photography and coding. Pupils are encouraged to take on leadership roles, such as acting as prefects or reading champions, and also engage in charity fundraising.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
206 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
136 students
Average A level grade C+, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
1,381 pupils on roll, with places for 1,350
Schools near The Compton School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial College London Mathematics School | 0.3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Woodhouse College | 0.3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Wren Academy Finchley | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 59.8 |
| Dwight School London | 0.3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Friern Barnet School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 44.8 |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- MIDDLESEX LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Co Headteacher Mrs Louise Ismail / Mr Andrew Hammond
- Phone
- 02083681783
- Address
- Summers Lane, London, N12 0QG
- Local authority
- Barnet
- URN
- 136418
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.