Rochdale Islamic Academy
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 36 Taylor Street Rochdale Greater Manchester OL12 0HX |
| Phone | 01706347344 |
| Reference Number | 134575 |
Rochdale Islamic Academy has demonstrated good overall performance during the inspection. The school fosters an environment where pupils thrive, showcasing respect, high aspirations, and pride in their achievements. Most pupils achieve well, thanks to a broad and well-designed curriculum aimed at equipping them for future opportunities. The leadership's commitment to high standards ensures that the school meets the independent school standards consistently and effectively. However, there are areas where additional support for staff is needed to ensure that all pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), can achieve their best potential.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 85 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Mar 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Jan 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 18 Sep 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 22 May 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 20 Jun 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Nov 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 15 Mar 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 12 May 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Nov 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Dec 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit outstanding behaviour and attitudes.
- The school provides a broad and ambitious curriculum.
- Pupils are well-supported to achieve a range of qualifications.
- Effective leadership promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Strong personal development programming prepares pupils for life in modern Britain.
Areas for Improvement
- Some activities do not help pupils develop secure knowledge of subjects.
- Inconsistent checks on pupils' understanding lead to misconceptions persisting.
- A small number of pupils are not receiving adequate support to become fluent readers.
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