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Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School

Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School

Slough, SL2 5FFPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

100%

Capacity

627

Pupils

2.6x

Demand

About Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School

Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School is a state-funded Muslim primary school serving the Slough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 627 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places).

the school is led by headteacher Mineza Maher, it falls under Slough local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 296th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 26 in Slough.

Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 235 applications for 89 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 155 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Slough, Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterMuslim
AddressFernside, Wexham Road, Slough, Slough, SL2 5FF
HeadteacherMineza Maher
Local AuthoritySlough
Number of Pupils627
Free School Meals (FSM)18.0%
School Capacity627 / 630 (100% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

26 Sept 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Improved
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)

296th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 5%

37th of 2,034

In South East

Top 5%

1st of 26

In Slough

Top 5%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

90%

Expected Standard

24%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 110
Expected:95%
Higher:53%
Writing
Expected:93%
Higher:34%
MathsAvg Score: 111
Expected:99%
Higher:61%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +3%

'22/23

87%

'23/24

90%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning DifficultySevere LearningOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Forest SchoolPlaying FieldsSports HallDining HallMusic RoomsGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

NetballFootballCricketRoundersCross CountryGymnasticsSwimming

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubGardeningFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

89

Applications

235

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.6x
0x1x2x3x5x+

155 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School

Iqra Slough Islamic Primary School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

01753520018www.iqra.slough.sch.uk/

Fernside, Wexham Road, Slough

Slough, SL2 5FF

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Fernside, Wexham Road, Slough

Slough, SL2 5FF

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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