Al-Aqsa Schools Trust

URN: 134809 • Leicester LE5 4PP

Overview

Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Islam
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Abdelhamid Chachi (since 2025)
Telephone
01162760953
Website
Visit
Address
The Wayne Way, Leicester LE5 4PP

Summary

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust, located in Leicester, is an independent faith school established in 1998, catering to children aged 3 to 16. With a current enrolment of 313 pupils, the school operates with a capacity of 456. The institution is committed to providing a holistic education that integrates Islamic perspectives across all subjects, focusing on character development and moral guidance.

The school promotes an ethos of respect and tolerance, encouraging pupils to engage constructively within a diverse society. Al-Aqsa aims to develop independent and creative learners through a personalised curriculum that challenges students to achieve their best. The school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and aims to foster a sense of national and global citizenship among its pupils.

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust prides itself on creating a safe and nurturing environment where children feel valued and supported. The dedicated staff, along with active parental involvement, contribute to the school's mission of making a positive impact on both the local and wider community. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Leicester
Age range
3 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
456
Pupils
313
Boys
115
Girls
198
FSM %
Open date
1998-09-23
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 313 115 198 456
2024-09-11 321 112 209 456
2023-09-11 272 97 175 456 0.00
2022-09-11 272 97 175 456 0.00
2021-09-11 292 93 199 292 0.00
2020-09-11 313 97 216 292 0.00

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