Islamia Primary School
London, NW6 6PE · Brent · primary school
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28th of 51 primary schools in Brent we can score, 59 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 — 8.8/10 against 2,153 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Islamia Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools). An Ofsted inspection took place in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Handwriting, Qu'ran, Sewing, Reading and Spelling clubs, or play Football and Taekwondo. A Thailand Cultural Trip is offered. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child attending the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Islamia Primary School
Overview
Islamia Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "happy and safe," with a "well-established sense of belonging." The report states that pupils are "generally well prepared for the next stage in their education," developing "secure foundational knowledge and skills, particularly in reading and mathematics." Leaders have made "important changes to the curriculum," resulting in achievement that is "typically above the national average for the majority of pupils."
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in reading and mathematics, with disadvantaged pupils performing "at least as well and sometimes better than their non-disadvantaged peers."
- Behaviour is "typically calm, orderly and respectful," with pupils settling quickly to learning and demonstrating "kindness and consideration for others."
- The early years curriculum is "well organised," with staff providing "high quality" interactions that support language development.
- Leaders provide "comprehensive professional learning" for staff, fostering a "positive culture of support and collaboration."
- Personal development opportunities, such as community projects and performances, help pupils develop "confidence and a sense of responsibility."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure curriculum improvements are "embedded consistently across all subjects" so that all pupils, including those with barriers to learning, benefit fully.
- Expectations for pupils' writing should be "consistently high across all curriculum subjects," as quality currently varies.
- Leaders must maintain high attendance rates by "intervening swiftly to support and challenge parents and carers" where attendance needs improvement.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and that "pupils are made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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
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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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