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North Road Academy

Stoke-on-trent, Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands · ST6 2BP

An independent Islamic school in Stoke-on-Trent, North Road Academy is a small, mixed setting with around 168 pupils, led by Mr Naeem Bashir. Entry begins at age 11, with an 11+ assessment, and the school is inspected by the ISI. Its modest size lends itself to a close community and a faith-centred ethos, qualities that may appeal to families seeking a more personal environment grounded in Islamic values.

168

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
168
Location
Stoke-on-trent, Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands
Website
www.northroadacademy.com

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mr Naeem Bashir

Latest results

Attainment 8

29.2

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

5%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Pupils work towards GCSE qualifications. Recent attainment sits below national benchmarks, with an Attainment 8 score of 29.2 against a national average of 46.9, and 5% achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths compared with 47% nationally. Parents weighing academic outcomes will want to look closely at these figures and discuss the school's approach to supporting progress.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
Islam
Boarding
No

The last word

A small, faith-based independent school for families who value an Islamic ethos and a close-knit community; its published results invite careful questions about academic support.

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North Road Academy 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is North Road Academy located?

North Road Academy is located at North Road, Cobridge, Stoke-on-trent, ST6 2BP.

What type of school is North Road Academy?

North Road Academy is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.

How many pupils attend North Road Academy?

North Road Academy has approximately 168 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.