Al-Mahad Al-Islami
1 Industry Road, Darnall, Sheffield, Darnall, S9 5FPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Al-Mahad Al-Islami is a secondary school in Darnall for ages 11 to 17. It is one of the 188 schools in Sheffield. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 15 October 2024, report published 24 November 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 15 October 2024
The atmosphere at Al-Mahad Al-Islami School is vibrant and positive. The Islamic ethos of the school underpins the teaching of pupils and helps to create the respectful atmosphere that permeates the school. Pupils feel valued and the school is calm and welcoming. Working relationships between teachers and pupils are incredibly positive. A spirit of togetherness is evident throughout. Pupils' attitudes in lessons are exemplary. Teachers expect them to rise to the challenges laid before them, and they do. Pupils are taught to be independent and resilient. This approach has a positive impact on helping pupils to feel confident that they can be successful. Pupils' aspirations are incredibly high. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported by knowledgeable staff. All pupils are involved in the life of the school and are encouraged to be active participants in the wider community. This ranges from charity work in the local area, fundraising as part of national initiatives and chances to design and run their own extra-curricular clubs. The small size of the school means pupils get to know each other well. Older pupils support and mentor younger pupils, which helps to create a strong sense of community among the pupils.
What the school should improve
- The school does not have a clear enough focus on ensuring that classroom approaches to assessment are clear in some subjects. This means there are inconsistent approaches in how teachers check that pupils are remembering important learning. Sometimes, teachers move to learning new knowledge before previous learning is fully embedded. Leaders should ensure that they develop consistent approaches to assessment across all subjects.
- Strategic approaches to school improvement are not planned rigorously. Some improvements, therefore, take longer to realise than is necessary. Leaders should ensure that they have a strategic and focused approach to their school improvement work.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
11 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
8 students
Average A level grade E+, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
77 pupils on roll, with places for 77
Schools near Al-Mahad Al-Islami
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 44.0 |
| Oasis Academy Don Valley | 0.7 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | Attainment 8: 36.8 |
| Sheffield Park Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 35.1 |
| Fir Vale Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | Not published |
| Brinsworth Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 44.5 |
School details
- School type
- Other independent school
- Sector
- Independent
- Age range
- 11 to 17
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious character
- Muslim
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Juwairiah Khan
- Phone
- 01142431224
- Address
- 1 Industry Road, Darnall, Sheffield, Darnall, S9 5FP
- Local authority
- Sheffield
- URN
- 131122
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.