The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran

The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran is a small independent Muslim-ethos school in London with 74 pupils on roll. Following an earlier progress monitoring inspection in November 2025 where some independent school standards were not met, this standard inspection confirms that all standards are now met, including those previously failed. Safeguarding standards are met, and inspectors found an open and positive culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The inspection was commissioned earlier than planned by the DfE due to concerns raised about safeguarding, but those concerns are not reflected in the findings.

Strengths

• Safeguarding standards are met with an open and positive culture
• Pupils' attendance is significantly above the national average
• Pupils' behaviour is exemplary in lessons and around the school site
• Bullying is extremely rare and pupils are confident staff would address it swiftly
• Leaders have highly effective systems to support regular attendance
• The curriculum is ambitious and builds knowledge progressively over time
• Pupils typically perform well in national assessments at the end of Year 6 and Year 11
• Pupils read confidently and fluently and take great pleasure in reading widely
• Staff support pupils with barriers to learning effectively, including those at early stages of learning English
• The quality of support for pupils with barriers is regularly monitored and reviewed
• Pastoral support is of very high quality and staff know each pupil very well
• Pupils develop a very secure knowledge of fundamental British values
• Pupils receive a range of careers opportunities and are well supported with post-16 choices
• Leaders ensure wider opportunities and trips are inclusive for all pupils
• Staff are extremely positive about how their wellbeing is considered and supported
• Governors have a firm understanding of the school's strengths and priorities and hold leaders to account
• Effective staff professional development has taken place since the last inspection
• All independent school standards are now met, including those previously failed

Areas for Improvement

• Teachers' checks on pupils' understanding sometimes lack precision, so misconceptions are not always identified and addressed swiftly
• Occasionally pupils develop gaps in their knowledge because misconceptions are not addressed promptly
• Links with the local professional community could be widened to support further school improvement and leadership development at all levels

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What is The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran is Expected standard, from an inspection in July 2026.

When was The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran last inspected by Ofsted?

The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran was last inspected in July 2026.

How many pupils does The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran have?

The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran has 72 pupils on roll.

What age range does The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran cover?

The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran for pupils aged 6 to 16.

Where is The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran?

The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran is at 100 Carlton Vale, London, NW6 5HE.