Darul Uloom Leicester
Leicester, Leicester, East Midlands · LE4 5LN
A small independent boys' school combining faith-based education with strong academic outcomes, Darul Uloom Leicester offers both day and boarding places from age 11. With around 127 pupils on roll, it is a close-knit community inspected by the ISI. The curriculum blends mainstream GCSEs with religious and Arabic study, and pupils can continue through to A-level. Mr Ishaq Boodi leads the school as headteacher.
127
Pupils
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 127
- Location
- Leicester, Leicester, East Midlands
- Website
- www.darululoomleicester.org
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Ishaq Boodi
Latest results
Attainment 8
63.6
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
69%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results stand well above national benchmarks: the average Attainment 8 score is 63.6 compared with a national average of 46.9, and 69% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Popular GCSE subjects span Mathematics, the sciences of language and literature, History, Computing and Arabic, alongside Religious Studies and Citizenship. The provision of A-levels gives boys the option to stay on for sixth-form study. With only around 1.6% of pupils on SEN support, classes are largely composed of pupils working at or above expectations.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 1.57%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- Yes
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 30 April 2025
The last word
A faith-centred boys' school that delivers academic results comfortably ahead of the national average, with boarding available for families who want it.
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Darul Uloom Leicester 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Darul Uloom Leicester located?
Darul Uloom Leicester is located at 119 Loughborough Road, Leicester, LE4 5LN.
What type of school is Darul Uloom Leicester?
Darul Uloom Leicester is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Darul Uloom Leicester?
Darul Uloom Leicester has approximately 127 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.