Al-Aqsa Schools Trust
Leicester, Leicester, East Midlands · LE5 4PP
A small independent Islamic school in Leicester, Al-Aqsa Schools Trust educates around 313 mixed pupils and combines faith-centred values with strong academic outcomes. Inspected by the ISI, it offers a focused GCSE pathway under headteacher Mr Abdelhamid Chachi. Its modest size suggests a close-knit community where pupils are known well. It is likely to appeal to Muslim families seeking an academically ambitious education rooted in their faith.
313
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 313
- Location
- Leicester, Leicester, East Midlands
- Website
- www.alaqsaschool.co.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Abdelhamid Chachi
Latest results
Attainment 8
61.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
80%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above national benchmarks: the school's Attainment 8 score of 61.2 outpaces the national average of 46.9, and 80% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. The curriculum leads to GCSE qualifications, with Religious Studies, Mathematics, History and English among the popular choices. Arabic is taught as a language, and Computing and Art & Design broaden the academic offer. With SEN support at around 2.56% of pupils, provision is concentrated on a largely mainstream cohort.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 2.56%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Islam
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A faith-based education and results well above the national average make Al-Aqsa a compelling choice for Muslim families with high academic hopes.
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Al-Aqsa Schools Trust 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Al-Aqsa Schools Trust located?
Al-Aqsa Schools Trust is located at The Wayne Way, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 4PP.
What type of school is Al-Aqsa Schools Trust?
Al-Aqsa Schools Trust is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Al-Aqsa Schools Trust?
Al-Aqsa Schools Trust has approximately 313 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.