A straightforward way to switch MIS providers, risk-free.
At Compass, we believe that choice is powerful. Over the past year, thousands of UK schools have chosen to switch MIS to replace outdated systems that no longer meet their needs.
The Compass Choice Commitment is our way of supporting that decision, giving schools a clear, supported path to change MIS providers without overlapping costs or unnecessary pressure.
If your school wants to move away from your current MIS provider but you’re still under contract, the Compass Choice Commitment gives you a clear path forward.
You can begin the migration process to Compass now, including data setup and training, with no costs until your existing MIS contract ends.
It’s a phased, low-risk approach that allows your team to explore Compass with real school data, and go live when the timing is right.
A phased, fully supported way to switching MIS.
We begin by understanding your current system, contract terms, and school priorities. You’ll get clear answers and a realistic plan.
We create a trial environment with your school’s actual data so you can explore Compass functionality in full, before committing.
Together, we design a migration plan that fits your school calendar. We ensure alignment across key teams and timelines.
Once your existing MIS contract ends, you switch fully to Compass. Only then does your subscription begin.
What your school gains by switching MIS through this scheme.
You can access Compass MIS for free until your current MIS contract ends, removing the cost barrier to switching.
Your school sets the pace. We align the go-live to your term dates and available capacity, ensuring minimal disruption.
Explore Compass with your own data in a secure, non-live environment to test key features and build team confidence.
From discovery call to onboarding and go-live, you’ll have a named team managing your transition and training.
For many schools, the decision to move away from an MIS that no longer supports them is delayed by budget constraints, contract terms, or concerns about disruption.
Compass Choice Commitment removes those blockers. It gives your school time, flexibility, and expert support, so when you’re ready to make the change, you can do it with clarity and confidence.
Support that builds confidence from day one.
“We’re delighted to have selected Compass as our new MIS provider. As a small school, we felt that Compass would offer us exactly what we needed; we will benefit for a more personal support ‘offer’ as well as hands on assistance with our migration. To support juggling our school budget and existing MIS contract, we’ve been able to make use of the ‘Compass Choice Commitment’ to ensure we can move now but not double up on charges.”
Dawn Eagle
Deeping St James C.P. School
Whether you’re ready to plan your switch or just exploring options, we’re here to help.
Find out how the Compass Choice Commitment could work for your school.
Yes. While you’re still paying for another MIS, you won’t pay for Compass. Full access, zero overlap.
Yes, schools will sign an agreement to access Compass with their real data. However, billing won’t begin until your current MIS contract ends. This approach gives your team full access and support, without overlapping costs.
That depends on your school’s schedule, resources and commitment. We’ll build a plan around your capacity and key dates. It can be anywhere from 1 month to 6 months, up until your current MIS contract ends.
You’ll have a dedicated onboarding team managing the process, training your staff, and supporting setup. Onboarding portal.
Yes. The Choice Commitment is available for both individual schools and multi-academy trusts, with migration plans shaped to fit your structure.
That’s fine, the process is designed to be flexible. Tou can explore Compass, test functionality, and prepare at your own pace.
