Jamea Al Kauthar
Jamea Al Kauthar is an independent school in Lancaster for pupils aged 11 to 25. It has 261 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Jamea Al Kauthar is Good, from an inspection in July 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 51.5, and 39% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: July 2025. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-25 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Ashton Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 5AJ |
| Phone | 01524389898 |
| Reference Number | 131355 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 261 |
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 |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Jamea Al Kauthar has been rated as 'Good' overall, demonstrating effective management and a commitment to providing a quality education for its pupils. The school boasts an impressive moral environment where pupils learn respect and support one another, contributing to their outstanding behavior and attitudes. The curriculum supports students well in achieving impressive academic outcomes while fostering personal development through a robust program that encompasses PSHE and religious education. Notably, the school effectively prepares pupils for life beyond education with a strong careers program and various extracurricular opportunities.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 07 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 May 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Apr 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Nov 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 25 Apr 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Feb 2014 | Monitoring inspection |
| 12 Nov 2013 | Monitoring inspection |
| 23 Apr 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Jan 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Nov 2009 | Monitoring inspection |
| 24 Jan 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils develop into confident and articulate individuals.
- Ambitious curriculum that meets pupils' needs.
- Outstanding behavior and attitudes among students.
- Exemplary personal development support.
- Well-organized professional development for staff.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent checks on pupil learning and understanding.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 51.5 | 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 | 38.7% | 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) | 71% | 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 | 39.17 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | SUPP | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.8% of pupils at Jamea Al Kauthar 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 Jamea Al Kauthar's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Jamea Al Kauthar is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
When was Jamea Al Kauthar last inspected by Ofsted?
Jamea Al Kauthar was last inspected in July 2025.
How many pupils does Jamea Al Kauthar have?
Jamea Al Kauthar has 261 pupils on roll.
What age range does Jamea Al Kauthar cover?
Jamea Al Kauthar for pupils aged 11 to 25.
What are Jamea Al Kauthar's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 51.5, and 39% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Jamea Al Kauthar?
Jamea Al Kauthar is at Ashton Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5AJ.
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