Rochdale Islamic Academy
URN: 134575 • Rochdale OL12 0HX
Overview
- Name
- Rochdale Islamic Academy
- URN
- 134575
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Arif Pirbhai (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01706347344
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 36 Taylor Street, Rochdale OL12 0HX
Summary
Rochdale Islamic Academy is an independent boys' school located in Rochdale, with a current enrolment of 85 students and a capacity for 290. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for success as British Muslims. Emphasising a safe Islamic environment, the academy focuses on fostering personal, academic, and spiritual growth among its students.
The curriculum at Rochdale Islamic Academy combines rigorous academic subjects with an innovative Islamic curriculum, ensuring that students not only achieve academically but also develop a strong sense of identity and responsibility. The school has a notable track record, boasting a 100% GCSE pass rate and a commitment to instilling basic Islamic values throughout its educational practices.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, which promotes positive relationships and mutual respect among students and staff. The academy also supports charitable initiatives, having raised £8,000 for various causes. Parents interested in enrolling their children can find more information on the school's website or contact the admissions office directly.
The curriculum at Rochdale Islamic Academy combines rigorous academic subjects with an innovative Islamic curriculum, ensuring that students not only achieve academically but also develop a strong sense of identity and responsibility. The school has a notable track record, boasting a 100% GCSE pass rate and a commitment to instilling basic Islamic values throughout its educational practices.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, which promotes positive relationships and mutual respect among students and staff. The academy also supports charitable initiatives, having raised £8,000 for various causes. Parents interested in enrolling their children can find more information on the school's website or contact the admissions office directly.
Useful links
- Governors & Trustees (governance)
- SCHOOL CALENDAR (calendar)
- School Events (calendar)
- Accessibility (download)
- Fees policy (download)
- Privacy & GDPR (download)
- Request A Prospectus (download)
- SCHOOL NEWSLETTER - RABI AL AWWAL (download)
- RIAB School Policies (other)
- School Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Redwood (62.6)
- Meadows School (55.7)
- Great Howarth School (50.2)
- Willow View School (48.7)
- Alder Meadow Green Corns Independent School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Rochdale
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 290
- Pupils
- 85
- Boys
- 85
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2003-08-29
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-12-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 85 | 85 | 0 | 290 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 88 | 88 | 0 | 290 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 90 | 90 | 0 | 290 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 90 | 90 | 0 | 290 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 90 | 90 | 0 | 290 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 214 | 80 | 134 | 290 | 0.00 |
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