Al-Noor Voluntary Aided Muslim Primary School
Ilford, IG3 9RP · Redbridge · primary school
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22nd of 49 primary schools in Redbridge we can score, 52 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.4/10 against 2,364 of them, against 8.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Al-Noor Voluntary Aided Muslim Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Student Council, Boat Race, Public Speaking Competition, and trips to Kidspace and London Zoo ZSL.
Getting in
The published school roll is 420 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the Student Council? How are places allocated when the school is at full capacity?
What Ofsted said about Al-Noor Voluntary Aided Muslim Primary School
Overview
Leaders have high aspirations for all pupils, creating a "safe and caring school" where children feel valued and happy. The report highlights an "ambitious curriculum" that supports academic and personal success, with pupils demonstrating "exemplary" behaviour and a strong sense of community.
Strengths
- Pupils’ "behaviour is exemplary," with bullying being rare and staff addressing concerns quickly.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with staff ensuring children "develop exceptionally well across all areas of learning."
- Leaders make reading a priority, helping pupils become "accurate and fluent readers who read widely."
- Staff provide appropriate support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they "access the same curriculum as others."
- Pupils "celebrate diversity" and understand the importance of accepting others, taking leadership responsibilities seriously.
Areas to improve
- Teaching sometimes fails to check that pupils, including those with SEND, "understand prior content in depth before more complex concepts are introduced," limiting deeper subject-specific knowledge. Leaders should ensure all teaching checks for understanding with precision.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff kept up to date on training and leaders acting "quickly and diligently" on any concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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