Al-Aqsa Schools Trust

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust has demonstrated good overall effectiveness, maintaining high educational standards and a strong supportive environment since its previous inspection. The school fosters a positive atmosphere where pupils feel safe, valued, and are encouraged to develop leadership skills and strong academic qualifications. There is an emphasis on inclusivity and respect, with a well-structured curriculum that aids students in progressive knowledge acquisition across subjects. The quality of education is noteworthy, with teachers showing strong subject knowledge and clear expectations for student performance.

Strengths

• Strong relationships with staff creating a supportive environment.
• High expectations encourage academic aspirations among pupils.
• Broad and ambitious curriculum ensuring high-quality education.
• Effective early reading program focusing on phonics.
• Strong focus on personal development and leadership skills.

Areas for Improvement

• Inconsistencies in feedback in some primary foundation subjects.
• Adult interactions in early years do not always promote effective learning.

In 2025–26, 1.3% of pupils at Al-Aqsa Schools Trust 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 Al-Aqsa Schools Trust's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Al-Aqsa Schools Trust is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.

When was Al-Aqsa Schools Trust last inspected by Ofsted?

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust was last inspected in March 2025.

How many pupils does Al-Aqsa Schools Trust have?

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust has 297 pupils on roll.

What age range does Al-Aqsa Schools Trust cover?

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust for pupils aged 3 to 16.

What are Al-Aqsa Schools Trust's GCSE results?

In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 57.0, and 71% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.

Where is Al-Aqsa Schools Trust?

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust is at The Wayne Way, Leicester, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 4PP.