Imam Muhammad Zakariya School
Preston, Lancashire, North West · PR1 3TN
Imam Muhammad Zakariya School is a small independent school in Preston, Lancashire, with an Islamic religious character and a roll of around 130 pupils. Its modest size lends itself to a close-knit community where pupils are known as individuals rather than faces in a crowd. Mixed and non-boarding, the school is led by headteacher Mrs Ayesha Desai and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. It is likely to appeal to families seeking a faith-centred education within an intimate setting.
130
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 130
- Location
- Preston, Lancashire, North West
Headteacher
Head Mrs Ayesha Desai
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Teaching & academics
As an independent school inspected by the ISI, the school operates within the framework that governs the wider independent sector. Its small roll allows for close attention to each pupil's progress.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Islam
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A small, faith-based independent in Preston where a tight community and personal attention are the defining features.
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Imam Muhammad Zakariya School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Imam Muhammad Zakariya School located?
Imam Muhammad Zakariya School is located at Preston, PR1 3TN.
What type of school is Imam Muhammad Zakariya School?
Imam Muhammad Zakariya School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Imam Muhammad Zakariya School?
Imam Muhammad Zakariya School has approximately 130 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.