Islamia Girls School

Islamia Girls’ School is a semi-selective, Muslim secondary school without sixth form, situated in Queen's Park, north-west London. The girls' school is independent and, along with the boys' secondary school, Brondesbury College, is part of Islamia Schools Ltd, a subsidiary of the Yusuf Islam Foundation. Islamia Girls’ School provides up to 160 places for secondary students between the ages of 11 and 16.

The school was founded by Yusuf Islam (formerly known as singer-songwriter Cat Stevens) in 1989 to provide a well-rounded Islamic education whilst also following the National Curriculum.

Headteacher

Amzad Ali

Values and vision

Islamia Girls’ School prides itself on its academic excellence as well as its pastoral care. The secondary school’s faith ethos guides its aim to give students a strong sense of identity as Muslim girls and provide them with an understanding of Islam. Teachers aspire to help students reach their full potential in higher education and the wider world.

Ofsted report

"Pupils here are kind, considerate and respectful. They form trusting relationships with each other and with staff. Pupils know that staff will do all they can to help them achieve. This is a school with a true community spirit. Pupils enjoy school life and thrive here." (Ofsted, 2023)

View the school's most recent Ofsted inspection report here: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50229085