Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls
Gloucester, Gloucestershire · GL1 4AW
Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls is a non-selective, day-only independent girls' school in Gloucester with a distinctive Islamic ethos, founded in 1994. The school integrates secular and Islamic education, offering a curriculum that includes Qur'aan, Tafseer, Fiqh, Hadith, Islamic History, and Aqaa'id alongside traditional subjects. With 83 pupils across years 7–13, it serves a close-knit, faith-centred community while maintaining a broad academic curriculum aligned to the National Curriculum.
- →Integrated Islamic education within a rigorous secular curriculum
- →Small, intimate community with strong pastoral care and values-based approach
- →Non-selective entry policy fostering inclusivity and diverse learner support
- →Female-only environment conducive to girls' confidence and engagement
Who thrives here
Families seeking a faith-centred education that balances Islamic principles with contemporary secular learning; girls who benefit from a small, supportive community; families valuing single-sex education and Islamic values.
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Contact & visit
Sinope Street
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
GL1 4AW
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls?
Day fees at Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls are approximately £5,400 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls?
Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls's exam results?
At Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls, 34.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls a boarding school?
Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls is a day school in Gloucester and does not offer boarding.
What is Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls “Requires improvement” (2024).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong Islamic values and spiritual formation integrated authentically into school culture
✓Caring, close-knit community where individual pupils are well-known and supported
✓Inclusive, non-selective approach that welcomes diverse learners and fosters belonging
✓Committed staff with passion for both secular and Islamic education
Common concerns
!Very small pupil roll (83) may limit co-curricular breadth and peer diversity
!Limited facilities and resources compared to larger independent schools
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; most recent monitoring report from December 2024 (progress monitoring after 2019 inspection)
!Reliance on Islamic ethos may not suit all families or those seeking secular-only education