Iqra Academy

Overview

Iqra Academy is described as a place where pupils are "confident and articulate individuals" who "strive to achieve excellence." The report highlights a culture of "ambition and mutual respect" where pupils "flourish" under "skilful teaching" and "unwaveringly high expectations" from staff.

Strengths

• Pupils exhibit "excellent behaviour and self-regulation," showing a "high level of independence" and positively influencing peers through "respectful and considerate interactions."
• Teachers are "subject specialists" with "strong subject knowledge" who "explain new concepts to pupils effectively" and "adapt their teaching as needed."
• Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs "identified accurately" and make "strong progress through the curriculum" due to tailored support.
• The school promotes "exceptional behaviour" and a "calm and purposeful atmosphere," with pupils showing "genuine care for one another" and a "clear sense of morals and values."
• Leaders "motivate staff and make them feel valued," ensuring "staff development at all levels is very effective."

Areas to improve

• In a "small number of foundation subjects," teaching does not consistently enable pupils to "deepen their skills and knowledge," meaning some do not make the "sustained progress needed to reach their full potential." The school should ensure teachers have the necessary "skills and guidance" to deliver the curriculum effectively in all subjects.

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."