Al Islah Girls' High School
Al Islah Girls' High School is an independent school in Blackburn for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has a Islam religious character. It has 119 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Al Islah Girls' High School is Good, from an inspection in April 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 39.0, and 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: April 2025. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Islam |
| Address | 108 Audley Range Blackburn Lancashire BB1 1TF |
| Phone | 01254261573 |
| Reference Number | 119856 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 119 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Al Islah Girls' High has demonstrated strong overall performance, achieving a 'Good' rating across various domains including education quality, personal development, and leadership. The school boasts a welcoming atmosphere underpinned by its Islamic ethos, which fosters high aspirations, commendable student behaviour, and strong community involvement. Pupils are well-prepared for their future education or employment, supported by an ambitious curriculum and effective personal development initiatives.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Mar 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Oct 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Nov 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 16 Nov 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Dec 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 May 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Sep 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high aspirations and a commendable attitude towards learning.
- The school's Islamic ethos creates a respectful and supportive learning environment.
- Pupils are excellent ambassadors for the school, actively engaging with the community.
- The curriculum is ambitious and effectively organized to build knowledge over time.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge and deliver new content clearly.
- The school fosters a love of reading among students with vibrant library initiatives.
- Strong emphasis on personal development prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain.
- Effective careers education supports pupils in making ambitious future choices.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not consistently use assessment to address gaps in learning.
- Systems to identify and support weaker readers are underdeveloped.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 39 | 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 | 37.5% | 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) | 53.1% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Al Islah Girls' High School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Al Islah Girls' High School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Al Islah Girls' High School is Good, from an inspection in April 2025.
When was Al Islah Girls' High School last inspected by Ofsted?
Al Islah Girls' High School was last inspected in April 2025.
How many pupils does Al Islah Girls' High School have?
Al Islah Girls' High School has 119 pupils on roll.
What age range does Al Islah Girls' High School cover?
Al Islah Girls' High School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Al Islah Girls' High School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 39.0, and 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Al Islah Girls' High School?
Al Islah Girls' High School is at 108 Audley Range, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1TF.