Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy
Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy is an independent school in Walsall for pupils aged 4 to 16. It has 157 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy is Inadequate, from an inspection in February 2026. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 51.9, and 67% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: February 2026. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 4-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 154- 160 Wednesbury Road Palfrey Walsall West Midlands WS1 4JJ |
| Phone | 01922626829 |
| Reference Number | 132750 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 157 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 25.48%
Girls: 74.52% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy's recent monitoring inspection indicates that the school has made progress in some areas but still faces significant challenges. The quality of education has improved since the last inspection, with teachers now demonstrating secure subject knowledge and effective teaching strategies. However, the school continues to operate in breach of its registration status by segregating pupils by gender, and it has not yet fully addressed all health and safety concerns, particularly related to risk assessments and fire safety signage. Despite these challenges, the leadership structure has been redefined, and there is evidence of commitment to improvement.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Inadequate |
| Last Report Date | 07 Jan 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Jan 2026 | Additional inspection |
| 28 Jan 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 May 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 07 Nov 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 08 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Jan 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Dec 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Teachers demonstrate secure subject knowledge.
- The school has effective safeguarding strategies in place.
- The assessment system is closely linked to learning objectives.
- Polices for complaints and information provision are now met.
- The school has implemented a comprehensive accessibility plan.
Areas for Improvement
- The school is still operating in breach of its registration by segregating pupils by gender.
- Risk assessments are not consistently implemented, particularly regarding fire exit signage.
- Some health and safety standards remain unmet due to inadequate fire safety measures.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 51.9 | 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 | 66.7% | 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) | 73.3% | 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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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 5.1% of pupils at Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy 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 Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy is Inadequate, from an inspection in February 2026.
When was Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy last inspected by Ofsted?
Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy was last inspected in February 2026.
How many pupils does Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy have?
Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy has 157 pupils on roll.
What age range does Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy cover?
Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy for pupils aged 4 to 16.
What are Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 51.9, and 67% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy?
Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy is at 154- 160 Wednesbury Road, Palfrey, Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 4JJ.