Islamiyah Girls High School

Independent and Non-Selective

Message from Mr Yusuf Seedat,

The Head Teacher of Islamiyah School

Hope you are in the best of health.

It is a privilege to be the Head teacher of Islamiyah Girls High School. It is an honour to take Islamiyah forward in the direction of raising achievement and attainment, without compromising on the Islamic ethos of the school. Alhamdulillah, Islamiyah School is making steady progress. Becoming a non- selective school has opened the doors to the wider community. We have been recognised for our hard work and the support for producer organisations and their networks by being awarded Fair Trade status and the GOLD Beacon Award. This comes from the collaborative work of pupils, the staff, parents, governors of the IGHS and well-wishers written in the community.

I believe a child’s education and tarbiyah is not a dress rehearsal; they only get one chance. Each individual is nurtured and shaped by the values of the Islamic Faith and is given an opportunity to achieve her full potential and to develop a passion for life and for learning on which the Ofsted inspectors commented that "the school meets its aim successfully‘’.

In March 2013, Alhumdullilah, I was the recipient of the prestigious award of Transformational Leader by the AMS UK (Association of Muslim Schools). I was also nominated at the British Muslim Awards for Services to Education in January 2014.

We thank all of our teaching and non-teaching staff, volunteers, governors, management and more importantly our pupils and their parents for their hard work and support in making Islamiyah School a success. May the Almighty accept everyone’s effort for His cause.

Yusuf Seedat Head Teacher, Islamiyah Girls High School Educational Consultant & Inspector of School

“Leaders are highly ambitious for the school and its pupils. They have ensured that the quality of education that the school provides has improved strongly since the last inspection, so it is now outstanding in all areas” Ofsted 2018

Islamiyah School Mission Statement

Providing educational excellence in an Islamic environment to inspire, nurture and enable our young British citizens to serve and positively contribute to society as a whole.

Our Ethos

The ethos of the school is one of equality of opportunities for young British Muslim girls enabling them to understand and become integrated into, rather than isolated from, British society of which they are members.

“To educate a girl is to educate an entire nation”

Greg Mortenson

“Teaching across all year groups and all subjects is of a consistently high standard. Teachers have outstanding subject knowledge.” Ofsted 2018

School Vision and Aims:

 Offer a broad and balanced curriculum, alongside a positive understanding of Islam, to equip every pupil with skills to be a successful learner, confident individual and responsible British citizen  Provide pupils with a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment, which develops their intellect and talents as independent learners giving pupils the confidence to believe that their aspirations are achievable  Encourage and enable each pupil to develop moral integrity, a sense of social responsibility and respect for themselves and others  Build upon our partnership with parents, pupils, staff, Governors and other stakeholders and strengthen and extend collaborative links with the wider community Leadership & Management rated “OUTSTANDING” by Ofsted

“Leaders have very successfully created a highly ambitious culture across the school. The extremely high expectations that they have for pupils’ academic success and personal development are shared by governors, staff and the pupils themselves.” Ofsted 2018

History of the School Islamiyah School was established in 2000 due to demand from the local community. It was started with just 20 girls in Year 7. The School made progress quickly and met all the requirements set down by HM Inspector and the School was approved and registered by the Department for Education and Skills in February 2003. In our most recent OFSTED inspection in July 2018 we improved our rating for the quality of our education from Good to Outstanding across all Ofsted measures.

Our Head Girl

“I have learnt at Islamiyah that no matter what your ability or your educational prowess, the dedicated teachers are always at hand to assist you socially, academically, emotionally and spiritually. Teachers earnestly strive to ensure students work best according to their ability and exceed their expectations. Islamiyah offers a wholesome education experience instilling morals which comprehensively support the Islamic ethos and British values. The prefect body contributes to the school’s healthy, enjoyable and welcoming atmosphere by being ideal role models for the younger years. They actively participate in school projects including overseeing the student council.

I can honestly say that I will not forget Islamiyah as it has allowed me to develop spiritually, socially and academically. I believe that Islamiyah is a foundation of laying down strong pillars of academic achievement and Islamic etiquette. I have the utmost confidence that Islamiyah will continue to inspire students to progress as prosperous young British Muslimahs. I will fondly remember all at Islamiyah in my duas. It has been an honour to serve as Head Girl at IGHS.

Noor-ul-Huda Ghouri,

Islamiyah School, Former Head Girl

“Pupils’ attitudes to learning are first rate. They fully understand the value of education and the opportunities that a top-quality education can provide for them in terms of further and higher education and their future careers. They work hard but also show a real enthusiasm for learning” Ofsted 2018

Curriculum

All our pupils have the opportunity not only to attain excellent results in a variety of subjects, but more importantly they can attain the English Baccalaureate. Our dedicated staff endeavours to support the pupils in all aspects including their academic achievements.

Our Curriculum aims are to provide our pupils with:

 A high level of academic and Islamic education

 A safe and secure learning environment in which all members of the school community can achieve their best

 A broad and balance Curriculum – where learning experiences are challenging. Pupils can build self-esteem and confidence and so enable to take up their roles and responsibilities as adults and members of the society they live in.

Key Stage 3 Subjects Key Stage 4 Subjects

Arabic Arabic/Business Art & Design Citizenship Art Citizenship Computer Science Computer Science History History Maths Maths English Lang. English English Lit. Physical Education Religious Studies Home Economics Islamic Studies * Religious Studies Triple AwardScience Islamic Studies Urdu Science Physical Education* Urdu PSHCE * PSHCE

* Non-accredited

All our pupils are supported by our dedicated teaching staff and Teaching Assistants. Maths

At Islamiyah Girls High School, we believe that mathematics is a vital tool in everyday living. It is equally significant in decision making as well as in various employment sectors including finance and accounting. Additionally, it contributes to the school curriculum by developing pupils’ abilities to calculate, to reason, to solve problems and to handle data. As a vital core subject, much emphasis is put on the way it is educated. We follow the National Curriculum frameworks for KS3. For KS4, we follow the Edexcel GCSE Examination Board Mathematics specifications, students are streamed to ensure pupils reach their full potential.

We deliver extra-curricular enrichment prospects to enhance pupils’ enjoyment of mathematics through a number of competitions namely the “UK Maths Challenge.”

Our objective is to enable pupils to build a secure framework of mathematical reasoning, which they can use and apply with confidence in any spheres of their life.

Royal Institution Mathematics

Masterclass at Lancaster University UK Maths Challenge English The aim of English as a subject is to develop and enhance the skills of reading; writing, speaking and listening. English at Islamiyah encompasses English Language and Literature. The importance of literacy within the school curriculum holds its foundations within the subject of English, which is then utilised in all other subjects.

We analyse the skills of written language through the reading of various class novels. This helps to refine reading abilities with further enhancement through comprehension activities and reading different types of texts. Reading a variety of genres also enables a better grasp of creative writing and widens the imagination.

Grammar of the English language is consolidated during a variety of fun and interactive activities. We acquire a range of complex vocabulary to benefit our writing tasks. Speaking and Listening skills are frequently monitored through the delivery of individual and group presentations. These take place within the class, with confidence enhanced through school assemblies.

Extra-curricular activities are regularly planned to ensure pupils are exercising their learning skills. Our teaching assistants and school council are busy with the spelling club, where pupils take part in developing their skills. The school regularly takes part in the Young Writers Competition. Science

With well-designed modern Science facilities, pupils are able to extend their learning. In Key Stage 3, pupils follow Exploring Science where they cover various units. In all three years, Science disciplines such as inheritance, chemical reactions and electricity are studied.

In Key Stage 4, high achieving pupils have the opportunity to gain a Triple Award in Science, leaving with three separate GCSE’s in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Other pupils are entered into a Combined Award in Science, leaving with two GCSE’s.

Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) trip

Learning Science through Role Play BAE Systems & RAF Education Programme Roadshow

“Highly effective teaching over time develops in pupils a palpable enthusiasm for learning. Through their teachers’ encouragement, pupils become thoughtful and interested learners who are eager to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding across a wide variety of subjects. Relationships between teachers and pupils are exemplary.” Ofsted 2018

Stem Scholars Programme at Blackburn College Other Subjects

Islamic Studies

Pupils study the Quran with a view to understanding both the theological and technical aspects, such as historical context, pronunciation and an appreciation of its linguistic beauty. Islamic Studies promotes the ethos and vision of the school through spiritual, moral, religious and cultural development.

This curriculum is tailored to the individual needs of pupils and aims to provide religious teachings within the appropriate contemporary contexts. There is emphasis on fundamental principles relating to aqeedah, fiqh and general topics with focus on historical and modern-day events to enhance intellectual abilities. The aim of Islamic Studies at Islamiyah is to ensure pupils engage proactively with their deen so that they are able to represent Islam as exemplary Muslimahs with intellectual awareness of wider society and related issues.

“The school’s curriculum provides pupils with a broad and well-balanced education, which is very successfully developing their skills and knowledge in a wide range of subjects.” Ofsted 2018

Modern Foreign Languages – Urdu & Arabic

Arabic and Urdu are taught from Year 7 though to GCSE’s. With dedicated staff our pupils excel and become fluent speakers of the languages. Urdu consistently achieves brilliant results.

Computer Science & ICT Computer Science & ICT is taught throughout the school years. We follow the Edexcel curriculum, which includes 60% practical skill and 40% theory. Islamiyah School consists of two fully equipped ICT suites; these assist our pupils to being acquainted in ICT. This is vital for pupils in order to participate in a promptly changing world driven by the fast growing information and communication revolution together with the tremendous capabilities of new technologies.

History and Religious Studies

The school follows the National Curriculum for History and Religious Studies. At KS3 RS pupils explore other religions. Visiting other religious places is part of the scheme of work. At KS4 level, it is provided through a GCSE specification focusing on Islam and Christianity.

Art, Design & Nasheeds Pupils at KS3 level are taught Art, Design & Nasheeds. In Art, pupils learn to work with different materials producing artwork in various mediums, including canvas, textiles and sculptures. Year 8 & 9 pupils have the chance to exhibit their best work in public places around the Blackburn Area.

In Nasheed lesson, pupils are taught the 99 names and explore different mediums of music. Girls are also chosen to perform at the Annual Awards Presentation.

Islamiyah presents Art from the HeART Proud to be British Exhibition at Blackburn Library P.E. Pupils at Islamiyah School are required to participate in a variety of sporting activities. Pupils will develop the skills required to play the different types of sports and learn all the rules for these sports. The sports vary from Rounder’s, Badminton and Circuit training. The pupils enjoy dodgeball and aerobics. The school has a large outdoor play area which maximises our ability to deliver good PE lessons and we are fortunate to also have a large indoor hall which is used during wet weather.

The Association of Muslim Schools held their Interfaith Games at Longford Park Stadium, Manchester. We take part in this event which is open to Schools of Muslim, Christian and Jewish Faiths and is a good opportunity for our students to interact with students of other faiths.

The athletics tournament also provides a platform for our students to showcase their skills and act as ambassadors for our school and the faith educational sector as a whole. We expect a competitive event which is fun for all participants, yet respectful and considerate of others. Citizenship (& Home Economics)

At Islamiyah School we aim to encourage a sense of social responsibility, community involvement and political understanding whilst at the same time teaching pupils about Life Skills. This GCSE subject provides pupils with the knowledge, skills and understanding to play an active role in public life. The School holds annual Youth Parliament elections. Citizenship encourages pupils to respect people’s differences, whilst also promoting shared values. At KS3 pupils have cookery & Healthy Eating lessons. They are also given an opportunity to learn gardening skills – all our year 8’s visit the local allotment where they are taught how to grown their own vegetables, such as carrots, spinach and cauliflower. The pupils got to use the vegetables in their Home Economics lesson to make different foods.

Parental Involvement /Communication

Islamiyah School’s Triangle of Care

SCHOOL

PARENT PUPIL

We have a regular programme of subject based assessments as well as homework and class work activities. We ask parents to monitor homework by looking at the planner on a weekly basis and discussing any issues with your child or us as necessary.

At IGHS, we place considerable value on our ‘triangle of care’ recognising that close co- operation and good communication with parents proves beneficial to pupils’ progress.

IGHS gives all of our pupils the best teaching and learning opportunities. We have excellent classes in a warm, friendly and professional environment. Our staff always gives the best care and guidance. Parent Teacher Association

We are fortunate at Islamiyah that we have a committed number of parents who actively help promote and support the school. Our PTA have helped with a number of fundraising activities and also come in to school to assist with enrichment activities.

“I believe home is where you live with your family, and School, Islamiyah, is where you’re treated as family.” Mrs Mariyam Pathan, School PTA

Attendance

The school works extremely hard with parents to ensure pupils attendance is above the national average. Pupils with 100% attendance are rewarded for their efforts termly; this has proven to be successful. House System

Islamiyah School recognises good effort, behaviour and outstanding work. Students, who show these, are awarded with merits. Islamiyah believes in highlighting every achievement. As each pupil is allocated a house, their individual merits are collated and the top achieving house is awarded.

This reward strategy has proven to work well in motivating pupils to perform well both in behaviour and academia.

Pastoral Care & Well Being

Islamiyah Girls High School’s vision requires the school to care for each aspect of the individual child. We ensure the pupil receives pastoral care through a number of ways. It has always been possible with the help of a dedicated team of teachers to identify pupils requiring pastoral support due to the issues they may have had at school or at home.

Governors Pupils

Form Parents Tutors SLT

Teaching Class Teachers Assistants (in training)

“The school’s work to promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is of the highest quality. Pupils become impressively reflective and thoughtful, appreciating the differences that exist in modern society and explaining clearly the importance of tolerance and acceptance of differences in people’s views and beliefs.” Ofsted 2018

“I [would like] to share how well students from your school have performed at our Sixth Form…. Each of these studets have been a fantastic part of our 6th Form and contributed greatly to it’s success over the past two years. They have demonstrated a wonderful attitude to learning, exemplary character and a real desire to improve, achieve and serve others. They are a magnificent credit to your school and we are very grateful for the work of your teachers to provide them with the excellent grounding during their formative scondary schooling.”

Hafiz Lukman Ahmed Principal, Tauhhedul Islam Girls’ High School & 6th Form College PSHCE (Personal, Social, Health & Citizenship Education)

PSHCE is delivered during form time, it covers all aspects of a holistic education. This contributes to the overall wellbeing and success of our pupils. Form time topics work in conjunction with the current events calendar which highlights significant dates and events, which include cultural, religious and humanitarian dates and events.

The form time session aims to facilitate a delivery that is tailored to provide a more personalised learning experience, it is an opportunity to develop mutual relations between the form class. The distribution of pupils into smaller groups allows the platform for students to receive pastoral care, the chance to express themselves and develop themselves to become valuable Muslim citizens of the UK.

Peace Charter with British Red Cross Made Ultimate Refugee Awareness at Blackburn with Darwen First Aid Training Water Challenge Witton Park Academy Darwen Tower Walk Borough Council

Tarbiyah/SMSC

As part of their development, pupils are provided with a weekly tarbiyah sessions. These cover topics such as emotional wellbeing, Islamic values and manners, community issues and international affairs. Guest Speakers from all backgrounds are invited to our lessons. Tarbiyah sessions are designed to consolidate learning and explore further the theme of the week introduced in PSHCE. The theme will link SMSC, British Values and Islamic teachings. Assembly

Form groups are given the responsibility of delivering assemblies, this increases self- confidence and public speaking skills. Assemblies themes are linked around topics introduce in PSCHE and tarbiyah. They are designed to meet the needs of the pupils; current affairs, anti-bullying and charity work.

“Lancashire Constabulary’s engagement staff have been delighted to work with Islamiyah School on a number of safeguarding projects. It is so important for students to learn about themselves, their families, their communities and the world around them. In the projects on Internet Safety, a Dragon’s Den event, Prevent and a drama production the girls have explored and worked upon ideas which will hopefully develop their skills and resilience. By working together and sharing learning we are investing in the bright citizens of the future who can make confident and informed decisions and ultimately give something back to society”. Inspector Andrea Bradbury MBE One-to-One Care Within our dedicated staff the school has a mentor for pupils. She provides mentoring sessions for pupils on a one-to-one basis. This has previously been proven to be successful.

Child Protection Officer

There is provision of child protection. There is trained DSL on premises and an assistant DSL to handle child protection issues.

Teaching Assistants

The apprentice teaching assistants employed at the school, not only help in academically but also in other areas. They assist the Pastoral team in their roles.

First Aid Room

Our staffs are trained to provide basic First Aid. Our First Aid room is located next to the school office. Provisions have been made to ensure the pupil is comfortable and cared for. Pupil Wellbeing

The School ensures it provides an environment in which pupils feel both secure and happy, enabling them to develop effectively. We value each pupil as an individual enabling them to develop a positive self-image and encourage self-discipline and respect for others. We regularly take part in the National Anti-Bullying Week and have Internet Safety Lessons in order to promote good behaviour and well-being.

“Pupils have an excellent awareness of the importance of physical and mental health. They speak very positively about the work that the school has done to promote emotional well-being. Pupils are also impressively articulate when discussing healthy lifestyles.” Ofsted 2018 Healthy Eating Ethos

Islamiyah School’s Healthy Eating ethos adopts a ‘whole-school’ approach so that pupils receive a consistent message not only in what they are taught in the classroom through Home Economics about healthy eating, but also in the food that is available to them in the tuck shop within their school.

We provide food and snacks at lunch time. Pupils are also able to bring a packed lunch. Our committed Welfare Staff ensure pupils are well during lunch time. Our dedicated staffs are also eager to promote Fairtrade products. This encourages our Healthy Eating Ethos.

“Islamiyah School is a wonderful school with a very friendly atmosphere. The staff at Islamiyah have a real passion for teaching and are really dedicated. They use an excellent approach to enable each child to achieve their full potential and doing this creates a happy learning environment. As each year passes I see my girls become more confident and happy. I feel really fortunate that my girls got a place at this very special school.”

Parent of Year 8 and Year 10 pupils

Alumni

We like to think of ourselves as an extended family and are proud that our former pupils are always keen to return to the school to help out for events or to contribute their time to current pupils. Many of our pupils go on to higher education and undertake work in various profession and we are very proud of their achievements.

“I was amongst the first to graduate from Islamiyah School. Many thanks goes to the hard working staff, who were the driving force behind every pupil’s belief, ‘I can achieve as long as I believe in myself’ and the reason many of us went into further education. The atmosphere of the school was great, we were ONE big family. We all looked out for one another staff and pupil alike and that is where I made my closest friends. I am sure all pupils of Islamiyah will agree with me that those years at school were the highlight of life in education.”

Shama Batan, Graduated 2005, BSc Biomedical Science, KS2 Teacher Extra – Curricular Activities

School Library, Lunch Time Study Room & Science and Maths Club

The school has an extensive range of reading & audio material within the library. Our librarian allows pupils to purchase books via the Scholastic. The Lunch Time Study Room allows pupils to use their lunch time to catch up with revision and homework. This has been very popular among our KS4 pupils. Islamiyah School’s Science & Maths Club is an opportunity for pupils to revise on topics they have been taught.

Work Experience

The Schools Work Experience is a real opportunity to broaden pupil’s awareness of what careers are available. Its purpose is to give each pupil the opportunity to experience the world of work at first hand, as well as to assist them in their personal and social development. Our Year 10 pupils arrange their own work experience and go to ‘work’ for one week in the last term.

“(Islamiyah school work experience students)…were wonderful last week and are possibly two of the best work placements we have ever had. It was a pleasure to meet them both and I wish them luck with whatever careers they decide to pursue in the future.”

David Ridehalgh, Library Manager, Brierfield Library

“The girls are a credit to the school and to their families and if they continue as they are they will have no reason not to succeed in their chosen careers.” Joanne Croasdale, Work Experience Facilitator, Integrated Services Manager – Regions, Capita Blackburn

Pupils at the Capita Work School Trips Experience Placement Islamiyah School arrange regular trips, not only are they educational but also enjoyable. The trips are designed to support the curriculum. Trips within the borough, such as visiting the Blackburn Museum, Town Hall or Castleshaw Roman Forts are part of the lessons. Prefects & Student Council

The Student Voice is actively encouraged and pupils enhance their communication and leadership skills by taking responsibility for the school environment. The Student Council are proactively engaged with the school and amongst other things organise school and charity events in conjunction with the school Prefects. The School Council Multi-Cultural Day organised by the regularly publish ‘The Student Voice’ newsletter. School Council

Careers Event

Islamiyah School’s Careers Event is aimed at our KS4 pupils. With a number of colleges, training providers and universities attending, it proves to be a success amongst our pupils, which enables them to have a better understanding in regards to their professional future.

This session made an impact on my life because I know what lessons I need to try harder in and I know the things that I need to know to get to my destination.” Year 9 pupil

Career Guidance

From year 9’s, IGHS provide Career Guidance. This includes an annual Careers Event held at the school with a number of colleges, universities and training providers. The event aims to give pupils information on career pathways. IGHS took part in University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) Access to Professions Programme. The main aim of this project is to raise aspirations and showcase what they can achieve.

At year 11, Career Guidance also includes a one-2-one session with an external career adviser, who will discuss options and the requirements. Career Guidance is also incorporated with Citizenship, exposing them to skills they need. At year 10, Work Experience is vital, as this gives them a chance to search, apply and work at a placement.

Made in Europe – Gold Beacon Award

Islamiyah has achieved the Made in Europe ‘Gold Beacon Award’. The ‘Beacon School’ award recognises the achievements of Muslim schools and youth groups that choose to incorporate Global Development Education (GDE) topics as part of school life.

Islamiyah take part in Made Sadqah Day by becoming #litterheroes. This is an event where individuals, mosques and other places of worship, schools, women’s and community groups, scouts and guides groups get involved.

Community Links

“I work with many schools, agencies and partners and can honestly say that no other school I have known does as much work to bring partners together as Islamiyah Girls High School” Tracey True, Community Officer, East Blackburn Team, Sustainable Neighbourhoods Services

Islamiyah School fosters strong links with the local and wider community. We passionately believe in instilling values of respect, service and good citizenship in all our pupils and take active steps in promoting social cohesion and encouraging civic responsibility. Through the various school initiatives, such as litter picking, Inter-generational activities, charity work and raising awareness of social issues, we have forged close links with many local agencies including Sahara Fold Retirement Home, Blackburn with Darwen ‘Your Community Your Call’, Ummah Welfare Trust, Blackburn Food Bank.

The pupils had the opportunity to assist in the poppy seeding at the Little Harwood Clock Tower. A war veteran spoke to our pupils about his experiences of the war, which our pupils thoroughly enjoyed.

“Just to send my thanks for the lovely day on Wednesday. The day went really well and the schools were so enthusiastic and interested. We made such a difference to the area just by tidying up and I can't wait to see the poppies when they flower. Thank you so much for your help in arranging the day and please pass my thanks to the schools that were involved and our volunteers.” Margaret Keighley, Service Development Manager for Amenities Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Women’s Health Session

Sahara Fold Retirement Home Remembrance Day Poppy Planting Community Cohesion Work

To promote the Government’s Prevent Programme in our school, pupils take part in a number of activities. Mike Haines, brother of David Haines, was invited for a talk to provoke thinking, debate and learning around extremism: helping young people to be more aware and more informed about extremism and therefore empowering them against it.

Caring for the Environment

Adding to our community work we also take great measures to educate our pupils about respecting both our local and global environment. We educate our pupils to reduce, re- use and recycle and were awarded the Gold Beacon Award for our work. Our pupils had the opportunity to visit the allotments and plant different vegetables. the vegetables were used in Home Economics.

Fair Trade

Islamiyah School was awarded FairTrade status in June 2014. The Fairtrade Schools Award is a campaign that gives Islamiyah School pupils the opportunity to develop their knowledge and understanding of global issues and the solution that Fairtrade is for so many farmers and workers in marginalised conditions across the globe. The award aims to teach them how they can be involved in changing the world around them.

Centre for CPD

Islamiyah School is a centre for Continuous Professional Development (CPD). This has enabled Islamiyah to forge links with a number of local schools. The school believes in professional development for all our staff to ensure our pupils receive high quality education. The school has previously held a CPD at Islamiyah in conjunction with Association of Muslim Schools (AMS) where 11 schools participated. Art Exhibition

The year 8’s & 9’s of Islamiyah School have the opportunity to showcase their skills and creativity at the annual art exhibition. The girls do fantastically well at creating strong, beautiful and personal artworks, such as sculptures, paintings and textiles that reflect their views on life. A selection of the artwork has been displayed at Blackburn Library, Blackburn Youth Zone and Sajedeen Hall.

Charity Work

The School supports a number of local and national charities throughout the school year. The School Council organise activities including selling cakes and food and non- uniform days, in order to raise funds for worthwhile causes. As part of the citizenship lessons, pupils raise funds for a variety of charities such as Macmillan Cancer Research, Amnesty, MADE, NSPCC, Unicef and many more.

“Pupils’ conduct around school is exemplary. They are unfailingly polite and eager to share what they have been learning with visitors. Older pupils enjoy taking on positions of responsibility, such as being members of the school council. They also show care and thought for younger pupils in the school” Ofsted 2018 Peace Charter

Pupils from Year 10 formed a working party with pupils from other schools within the Borough to create a charter which covers equality, diversity, safety and support for young. The Peace Charter was presented to the Department for Education and will be used by Blackburn with Darwen Council in supporting young people and their needs.

Senior Leadership Team

Mr Yusuf Seedat

Headteacher

After a period of working in the retail industry, Mr Seedat transferred his skills and knowledge to the world of education. He completed a BSc (Hons) Mathematical Education with QTS and took a teaching post with Preston Muslim Girls High School (PMGHS). He advanced within PMGHS from Deputy Headteacher and then Headteacher. During this time he was also a Headteacher at Jamaitul Ilm Wul Huda Blackburn. Mr Seedat joined Islamiyah School in October 2012.

Mr Seedat is also Inspector of Schools and Executive member of Association of Muslim Schools and holds a Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership.

Mrs Saba Khan

Deputy Headteacher and Maths Teacher

BSc Maths, Statistics & Physics, MSc Statistics, BEd (Education) Maths & Physics, QTS and Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership. Mrs Khan taught Secondary School Maths in two educational establishments of high repute in India and joined Islamiyah in 2003. She has been teaching GCSE Maths since then and received an ‘outstanding’ grade for her teaching by Ofsted (2011) as well as by the QTS awarding body The University of Cumbria. From 2011 she has also taken on the role of Deputy Headteacher. In 2015, she completed NPQSL from National College.

Mrs Khan is the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Mrs Samima Chati

School Business Manager and Senior Administrator

Mrs Chati graduated from University of Manchester with BA (Hons) in Economics and has a Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership. She joined Islamiyah in 2011 from a finance sector background. Mrs Chati is the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.

“Leaders have very successfully created a highly ambitious culture across the school. The extremely high expectations that they have for pupils’ academic success and personal development are shared by governors, staff and the pupils themselves.”

Ofsted 2018 Additional Information

Uniform

Uniform List:

- Navy blue pinafore with school logo - Navy blue trouser - Navy blue blazer with school logo - Navy blue burkha and hat with school logo

All above school uniform is ready-made and sold on the school premises only.

- Long sleeve white shirt - Plain black shoes - Plain black socks - Plain black bag - Plain black coat – NO DENIM, HOODIES OR LEATHER

PE uniform: - White burkha with hat (available at the school only) - White long sleeve t-shirt/ polo shirt - Black jog pants, Tracksuit trousers (Leggings or tight fitting trousers strictly not allowed) - Plain Black Jacket - Trainers

The correct coloured burkha to be worn at all times.

No jewellery, make-up or piercing allowed. A plain strapped watch can be worn.

Black school shoes only to be worn, including to and from school. Shoe heels no more than one and half inches high.

School Terms and Holidays

Islamiyah School follows the Blackburn with Darwen Local Authority holiday pattern.

School Fees

The school fees for Academic Year 2018-19: Fee Amount Time of Payment

Application Processing £30.00 When handing in completed Application Form

Admission fee (for all £155.00 Once School offered Acceptance new pupils) To secure place

1ST TERM FEE £500.00 Before 7th July 2018

2ND TERM FEE £500.00 First week of December 2018

3RD TERM FEE £450.00 Before Easter Break 2019

Total Annual fees £1,450.00

School fees are subject to change by the discretion of the Governing Body.

All Fees are non-refundable. Fees incurred for external examinations e.g. GCSE Examinations and other expenses such as trips and uniform are to be paid by the parents.

Any entrance exams will result in a charge of £25 and must be paid prior to the exam being taken. Please see Admission & Term Fees Policy for full details.

School times are as follows: Monday to Thursday - 8.40am to 3.05pm

Friday – 8.40am - 2.15pm

All Policies are available at the School Office.

“Providing educational excellence in an Islamic environment to inspire, nurture and enable our young British citizens to serve and positively contribute to society as a whole.”

Willow Street, Blackburn, BB1 5NQ 01254 661259 [email protected] www.islamiyahschoolblackburn.com