Bahr Academy
URN: 136258 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE4 6PR
Overview
- Name
- Bahr Academy
- URN
- 136258
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Sunni Deobandi
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Zakiah Chowdhury (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01912731907
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 72 Sceptre Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE4 6PR
Summary
Bahr Academy is an independent girls' school located in Newcastle upon Tyne, accommodating up to 30 pupils. Established in 2007, the school aims to provide a nurturing environment where students can achieve academic excellence while developing character, leadership skills, and a sense of community service. The school promotes fundamental British values through the teachings of the Qur'an and prophetic traditions, fostering a holistic approach to education.
The curriculum includes a 7-Year Alimiyyah Programme, focusing on intensive studies of hadith, fiqh, tafsir, and Arabic. Bahr Academy has been rated 'Good' in all areas by Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to maintaining and improving educational standards. The school encourages parental involvement and community support, actively engaging with local initiatives and events.
Bahr Academy operates as a registered charity and is currently undertaking a redevelopment project to enhance its facilities. The school invites contributions to support its mission of providing quality education and nurturing future leaders within the community.
The curriculum includes a 7-Year Alimiyyah Programme, focusing on intensive studies of hadith, fiqh, tafsir, and Arabic. Bahr Academy has been rated 'Good' in all areas by Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to maintaining and improving educational standards. The school encourages parental involvement and community support, actively engaging with local initiatives and events.
Bahr Academy operates as a registered charity and is currently undertaking a redevelopment project to enhance its facilities. The school invites contributions to support its mission of providing quality education and nurturing future leaders within the community.
Nearby alternatives
- Percy Hedley School (77.8)
- Newcastle Bridges School (67.5)
- Hadrian School (64.1)
- Percy Hedley Hedleys College (60.2)
- Moorbridge (59.1)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 30
- Pupils
- 30
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 30
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2010-11-18
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-01-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 30 | 0 | 30 | 30 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 27 | 0 | 27 | 30 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 30 | 0 | 30 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 30 | 0 | 30 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 27 | 0 | 27 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 29 | 0 | 29 | 30 | 0.00 |
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