Afifah School
Manchester, Trafford, North West · M16 9GN
A small Muslim independent school in Manchester's Trafford area, Afifah educates around 284 pupils within a faith-centred environment. Entry is at age 11, with an 11+ assessment for admission, and the school is inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted. Its modest size lends itself to a close community, and the curriculum reflects its character through subjects such as Arabic, Urdu and Religious Studies. Families seeking a values-led education alongside solid academic outcomes are the natural fit here.
284
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 284
- Location
- Manchester, Trafford, North West
- Website
- www.afifahschool.com
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Abdul Huy Malek
Latest results
Attainment 8
52.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
48%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit comfortably above the national picture: an average Attainment 8 score of 52.2 outpaces the national figure of 46.9. The proportion gaining grade 5 or above in English and Maths is 48%, broadly in line with the national average of 47%. The school offers GCSEs across a broad mix that includes Mathematics, the sciences of language and literature, History, Business Studies and Computing, alongside Urdu and Arabic. Around 11% of pupils receive SEN support.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 11.27%
- EHC plans
- 0.7%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Muslim
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A small, faith-grounded school whose Attainment 8 results comfortably clear the national average. A considered choice for families wanting a Muslim ethos and language offer alongside strong GCSE outcomes.
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Afifah School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Afifah School located?
Afifah School is located at 86 Clifton Street, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 9GN.
What type of school is Afifah School?
Afifah School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Afifah School?
Afifah School has approximately 284 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.