Al-Ikhlaas Primary School
Al-Ikhlaas Primary School is an independent school in Nelson for pupils aged 3 to 11. It has a Islam religious character. It has 142 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Al-Ikhlaas Primary School is Good, from an inspection in December 2021.
Ofsted inspection: December 2021.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Islam |
| Address | 35 Norfolk Street Nelson Lancashire BB9 7SY |
| Reference Number | 136098 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 142 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 39.44%
Girls: 60.56% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Al-Ikhlaas Primary School is performing well, achieving a 'Good' rating overall, with notable strengths in behavior and personal development. Pupils thrive in a calm and supportive learning environment, demonstrating exemplary behavior and actively engaging in their education. The curriculum is ambitious and well-integrated, particularly in the early years, where children achieve exceptionally well. However, there are areas in a few subjects where the clarity of curriculum plans could be enhanced to ensure all essential knowledge is clearly identified for pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 02 Nov 2021 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 02 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Jul 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 Jan 2011 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding behaviour and attitudes of pupils
- Highly effective personal development opportunities
- Excellent early years provision
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
- Strong emphasis on fostering a love of reading
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum plans in a couple of subjects lack clarity on essential knowledge needed at key points
In 2025–26, 6.3% of pupils at Al-Ikhlaas 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 Al-Ikhlaas Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Al-Ikhlaas Primary School is Good, from an inspection in December 2021.
When was Al-Ikhlaas Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?
Al-Ikhlaas Primary School was last inspected in December 2021.
How many pupils does Al-Ikhlaas Primary School have?
Al-Ikhlaas Primary School has 142 pupils on roll.
What age range does Al-Ikhlaas Primary School cover?
Al-Ikhlaas Primary School for pupils aged 3 to 11.
Where is Al-Ikhlaas Primary School?
Al-Ikhlaas Primary School is at 35 Norfolk Street, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7SY.