Ahavas Torah Boys Academy
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Orthodox Jewish |
| Address | 483 Bury New Road Manchester M7 3NJ |
| Phone | 01615374030 |
| Reference Number | 140036 |
Ahavas Torah Boys Academy has made some progress since its last inspection but still does not meet several independent school standards. While there have been positive developments in specific subjects, such as the incorporation of science into the curriculum, significant gaps remain in the secular curriculum overall. Many subjects are still not taught, leaving students ill-prepared for adulthood and lacking foundational knowledge necessary for future success. Additionally, the absence of a careers program and insufficient personal, social, health, and economic education continues to hinder students' readiness for life in modern British society.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 72 |
| 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 | Inadequate |
| Last Report Date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Jan 2026 | Additional inspection |
| 17 Jun 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 21 Nov 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 30 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Dec 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 23 Aug 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 05 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Nov 2014 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- The school has developed some schemes of work for subjects.
- Science is now taught to all pupils.
- The safeguarding policy reflects up-to-date guidance.
- There are suitable systems in place for identifying and reporting concerns about pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Most subjects in the secular curriculum are not being taught.
- Pupils lack opportunities to study for nationally recognized qualifications.
- Insufficient support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Limited personal development education regarding fundamental British values.
- No careers program to guide pupils in making informed choices.
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