Zakariya Primary School

This was a material change inspection of Zakariya Primary School, an independent school for pupils aged 5 to 11, commissioned by the DfE to assess the school's application to move to new premises at 72 Katherine Road, London E6 1EN. The inspection focused on the independent school standards in parts 3 (welfare, health and safety), 5 (premises and accommodation) and 8 (quality of leadership and management). The overall outcome is that the school is likely to meet the relevant standards if the material change is implemented, and the standards are likely to continue to be met if the DfE approves the change. The school's leaders have a secure knowledge of the standards and have ensured they have been consistently met since June 2024, with effective planning for the new building and a strong culture of safeguarding.

Strengths

• Leaders have a secure knowledge and understanding of the independent school standards and have ensured consistent compliance since June 2024.
• The new premises are well planned, safe, and suitable for educating up to 120 pupils aged 5 to 11.
• The building has been fully refurbished to a high standard with pupils' wellbeing and safety in mind.
• A strong culture of safeguarding is evident, with appropriate policies and practices in place.
• Health and safety policies and systems are robust, including regular checks, fire safety assessments, and risk management.
• The new premises comply with standards for toilet and washing facilities, water supply, and medical accommodation.
• Classroom acoustics, lighting, resources, and interactive whiteboards meet requirements, and staff have prepared the building well.
• Suitable outdoor space with astroturf is available for recreation and physical education, incorporating pupil suggestions.
• Pupils report feeling safe and are excited about learning in the new premises.

In 2025–26, 5.2% of pupils at Zakariya Primary School 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 Zakariya Primary School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Zakariya Primary School is Good, from an inspection in July 2026.

When was Zakariya Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?

Zakariya Primary School was last inspected in July 2026.

How many pupils does Zakariya Primary School have?

Zakariya Primary School has 96 pupils on roll.

What age range does Zakariya Primary School cover?

Zakariya Primary School for pupils aged 5 to 11.

Where is Zakariya Primary School?

Zakariya Primary School is at 72 Katherine Road, LONDON, E6 1EN.