Al Risalah Boys' School
Al Risalah Boys' School is an other independent school in Wandsworth for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has a Islam religious character. It has 109 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Al Risalah Boys' School is Good, from an inspection in September 2023. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 56.8, and 81% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: September 2023. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Islam |
| Address | 145 Upper Tooting Road London SW17 7TJ |
| Phone | 02087676057 |
| Reference Number | 146729 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 109 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
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 |
|---|
Al Risalah Boys’ School has demonstrated a good overall performance in its recent inspection, reflecting a commitment to academic excellence and personal development within its supportive environment. School leaders prioritize the safety and well-being of pupils, ensuring a calm and orderly atmosphere conducive to learning. The curriculum provided is broad and ambitious, allowing pupils to engage with a wide range of subjects while being well-prepared for subsequent educational stages. However, the school faces challenges in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as consistent identification and provision for this group is lacking. Additionally, the range of extra-curricular activities needs improvement to enhance opportunities for pupils to further develop their talents and interests. Despite these areas for development, the school meets all independent school standards and is regarded as a respectable institution within its community.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jul 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Dec 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2019 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- School leaders prioritize pupils' academic and personal development.
- The curriculum is broad, ambitious, and well-sequenced.
- Pupils achieve well in public examinations.
- High priority is placed on reading with a wide range of literature.
- Strong support for staff development and training.
- Pupils feel safe and behave well, contributing to a calm school atmosphere.
- Effective safeguarding measures are in place.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent support for pupils with SEND.
- Limited development of extra-curricular activities.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 56.8 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 81.3% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 93.8% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Al Risalah Boys' 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 Risalah Boys' School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Al Risalah Boys' School is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.
When was Al Risalah Boys' School last inspected by Ofsted?
Al Risalah Boys' School was last inspected in September 2023.
How many pupils does Al Risalah Boys' School have?
Al Risalah Boys' School has 109 pupils on roll.
What age range does Al Risalah Boys' School cover?
Al Risalah Boys' School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Al Risalah Boys' School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 56.8, and 81% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Al Risalah Boys' School?
Al Risalah Boys' School is at 145 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7TJ.