Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya
Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya is an independent school in Bolton for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has a Islam religious character. It has 122 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya is Good, from an inspection in April 2024. In 2023 its average Attainment 8 score was 46.5, and 52% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: April 2024. GCSE results: 2023.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Islam |
| Address | Keswick Street Bolton Lancashire BL1 8LX |
| Phone | 01204384434 |
| Reference Number | 133285 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 122 |
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 |
|---|
Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating across key areas during its recent inspection. The school successfully integrates both Islamic and secular education, fostering a caring environment where students thrive academically and socially. Pupils exhibit exemplary behavior and develop confidence, indicating a strong personal and community spirit. The inspection highlighted the school's ability to prepare students for further education, with most progressing to ambitious college courses. However, the report noted some areas for development, particularly in assessment strategies to better identify gaps in students' knowledge.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Feb 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Nov 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 Apr 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 24 Jan 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Nov 2010 | Light touch inspection |
| 11 Dec 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils excel in both Islamic and academic learning.
- Behaviour and attitudes of pupils are exemplary.
- The school offers a rich and ambitious curriculum.
- Pupils receive frequent opportunities to read widely.
- Staff feel well supported and consulted in their roles.
- The personal development program is comprehensive.
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment strategies do not accurately identify gaps in pupils' knowledge.
- Quality assurance processes lack rigor and oversight.
- Some safeguarding records are not properly maintained.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 46.5 | 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 | 52% | 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) | 61% | 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 Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya 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 Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya is Good, from an inspection in April 2024.
When was Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya last inspected by Ofsted?
Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya was last inspected in April 2024.
How many pupils does Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya have?
Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya has 122 pupils on roll.
What age range does Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya cover?
Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya for pupils aged 11 to 19.
What are Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya's GCSE results?
In 2023 its average Attainment 8 score was 46.5, and 52% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya?
Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya is at Keswick Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 8LX.