Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West · GL1 4AW
A small independent day school for girls in Gloucester, Al-Ashraf has roughly 85 pupils, giving it the intimate scale where staff can know each girl individually. Education sits within an Islamic ethos, and the curriculum reflects this through subjects such as Urdu and Religious Studies alongside the academic core. Inspected by the ISI and led by Head Mr Abdullah Patel, it offers a faith-centred alternative for families seeking a values-driven environment.
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 85
- Location
- Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- https://secondary.al-ashraf.org.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Abdullah Patel
Latest results
Attainment 8
54.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
46%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results punch above the school's modest size: the average Attainment 8 score of 54.9 sits comfortably ahead of the national average of 46.9, suggesting solid academic momentum across the board. The proportion achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths, at 46%, tracks the national figure of 47%. Pupils take GCSEs across a focused range that includes Mathematics, History, English Literature and Language, and Business Studies.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 5.88%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A small girls' school where a faith-based ethos and above-average attainment go hand in hand.
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Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls located?
Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls is located at Sinope Street, Gloucester, GL1 4AW.
What type of school is Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls?
Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls?
Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls has approximately 85 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.