Bolton Islamic Girls School
Bolton, Bolton, North West · BL3 2AW
A small independent school for girls in Bolton, this is a faith-centred community of around 122 pupils led by Dr Zakia Maqbool. Its compact size lends itself to close knowledge of each pupil, and entry begins at age 11 with an 11+ assessment. Inspected by the ISI, it offers a focused GCSE education within an Islamic ethos.
122
Pupils
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 122
- Location
- Bolton, Bolton, North West
- Website
- www.boltonislamicgirlsschool.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Dr Zakia Maqbool
Latest results
Attainment 8
53.1
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
53%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 53.1 outpaces the national average of 46.9, while 53% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national 47%. The curriculum leads to GCSE, with Urdu, Religious Studies, Mathematics, History and English among the popular subjects. With only a small proportion of pupils on SEN support, around 3%, the academic profile reflects a settled, academically capable cohort.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 3.28%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
An intimate girls' school where a faith-based ethos and above-average GCSE outcomes go hand in hand.
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Bolton Islamic Girls School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Bolton Islamic Girls School located?
Bolton Islamic Girls School is located at Weston House, Weston Street, Bolton, BL3 2AW.
What type of school is Bolton Islamic Girls School?
Bolton Islamic Girls School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Bolton Islamic Girls School?
Bolton Islamic Girls School has approximately 122 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.