Al-Mahad Al-Islami
Al-Mahad Al-Islami is an independent school in Sheffield for pupils aged 11 to 17. It has a Muslim religious character. It has 77 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Al-Mahad Al-Islami is Good, from an inspection in November 2024. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 41.6, and 41% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: November 2024. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-17 |
| Religion | Muslim |
| Address | 1 Industry Road Darnall Sheffield South Yorkshire S9 5FP |
| Phone | 01142431224 |
| Reference Number | 131122 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 77 |
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 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Al-Mahad Al-Islami has made significant improvements since its last inspection, now rated as 'Good' overall. The school's vibrant and positive atmosphere, enhanced by its Islamic ethos, fosters exemplary attitudes among pupils. While educational quality is commendable with effective support for students with special educational needs, further improvements in assessment clarity and strategic school improvement planning are needed. The school is well-respected in the community, and high engagement levels indicate strong pupil satisfaction and aspirations for success.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Oct 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Jun 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Sep 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 29 Jan 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 27 Jun 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Nov 2009 | Monitoring inspection |
| 03 Mar 2008 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Supportive environment with exemplary pupil attitudes.
- Strong emphasis on community involvement and charity work.
- Effective curriculum with clear subject goals.
- High levels of encouragement for reading.
- Safe and welcoming school atmosphere.
- Rigorous recruitment processes ensuring staff quality.
- Positive support for pupils with SEND.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent assessment approaches leading to gaps in knowledge retention.
- Lack of rigor in strategic planning for school improvements.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 41.6 | 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 | 40.6% | 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) | 56.3% | 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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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 13.13 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | E+ | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | SUPP | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 7.8% of pupils at Al-Mahad Al-Islami were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 3.9% 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-Mahad Al-Islami's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Al-Mahad Al-Islami is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
When was Al-Mahad Al-Islami last inspected by Ofsted?
Al-Mahad Al-Islami was last inspected in November 2024.
How many pupils does Al-Mahad Al-Islami have?
Al-Mahad Al-Islami has 77 pupils on roll.
What age range does Al-Mahad Al-Islami cover?
Al-Mahad Al-Islami for pupils aged 11 to 17.
What are Al-Mahad Al-Islami's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 41.6, and 41% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Al-Mahad Al-Islami?
Al-Mahad Al-Islami is at 1 Industry Road, Darnall, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 5FP.