Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan
Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan is an independent school in Bradford for pupils aged 11 to 25. It has a Islam religious character. It has 169 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan is Good, from an inspection in June 2019. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 61.0, and 81% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: June 2019. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-25 |
| Religion | Islam |
| Address | Harry Street Off Wakefield Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9PH |
| Phone | 01274402233 |
| Reference Number | 134140 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 169 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
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 |
|---|
Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan is a good independent boarding school for Muslim boys, demonstrating consistent performance since the last inspection. Leaders have successfully maintained high standards in both the Islamic and secular curriculums, ensuring that pupils achieve well overall. With GCSE outcomes exceeding the national average in English and mathematics, the school provides a balanced educational experience. However, there is recognition that the most able pupils have the potential for even higher achievement, prompting the school to focus on enhancing challenges for these students and further developing the literacy approach across the curriculums.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 Apr 2019 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Apr 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Nov 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Apr 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 02 Nov 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 19 Oct 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Mar 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Mar 2008 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong GCSE outcomes in English and mathematics
- Good relationships between pupils and teachers
- Effective leadership that creates an ambitious culture
- Positive behaviour and attitudes among pupils
- Comprehensive schemes of work in both curriculums
- Good provision in the sixth form with high standards
Areas for Improvement
- Need for improved challenges for the most able pupils
- Inconsistencies in the approach to literacy across curriculums
- Insufficient opportunities for practical work in key stage 3 science
- Limited extracurricular activities linking to local community experiences
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 61 | 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 | 81.3% | 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) | 87.5% | 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 | 17.78 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | D- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | SUPP | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan 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 Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan is Good, from an inspection in June 2019.
When was Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan last inspected by Ofsted?
Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan was last inspected in June 2019.
How many pupils does Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan have?
Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan has 169 pupils on roll.
What age range does Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan cover?
Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan for pupils aged 11 to 25.
What are Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 61.0, and 81% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan?
Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan is at Harry Street, Off Wakefield Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 9PH.