The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 12 May 2026

Pupils enjoy coming to this school each day. As a result, they attend regularly. Staff know the individual pupils very well and support them to feel a sense of belonging and security. This means that pupils feel safe in school. Pupils have extremely positive relationships with each other. They speak about a firm sense of community and a responsibility to look after each other. Older pupils act as very positive role models for those who are younger. Pupils have a great sense of pride in their community and feel included in all aspects of school life. Pupils have extremely positive attitudes to their learning. They have high aspirations and are committed to their studies during lessons. Pupils study a broad range of subjects. Teachers have the skills and expertise to ensure that pupils make positive progress through the curriculum. Pupils achieve well in national tests at the end of Year 6 and Year 11. This supports pupils to be ready for the next stage of their education. Staff identify pupils in the school who have barriers to their learning or wellbeing. They put bespoke support in place for these pupils to access the curriculum. This supports these pupils to make effective progress from their starting points. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary both in lessons and around the school site. Bullying is extremely rare. Pupils are confident that this would be addressed by staff swiftly if it were to take place. Pupils are kind, confident and very polite. They learn about the importance of tolerance and have a firm understanding of different faiths and cultures. They are very well prepared for life in modern Britain. The school offers a broad range of wider opportunities to develop pupils' talents and interests. Pupils take part in various clubs including cooking, crochet and football.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure that all staff develop the skills and expertise to consistently and precisely identify and address pupils' misconceptions and gaps in knowledge.
• Leaders should continue to develop links with professional external organisations to support ongoing school improvement and the development of leadership at all levels.

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