Darul Hadis Latifiah
London · E2 0HW
Darul Hadis Latifiah is one of the UK's oldest Islamic secondary schools, founded in 1978 in East London, serving 133 boys aged 11–18. The school integrates the National Curriculum with Islamic studies, positioning faith as central to character formation and academic aspiration. It emphasizes spiritual growth, community engagement, and preparation of Muslim leaders for the 21st century, with pupils described by inspectors as mature, respectful, and cohesive.
- →Integration of rigorous secular academics with Islamic studies and Islamic law (Alim) programmes
- →Strong pastoral ethos rooted in faith; pupils report feeling part of a 'family' with clear moral framework
- →Historic Islamic institution with credibility in Muslim communities; dedicated Hifz (Qur'an memorisation) pathway
Who thrives here
Muslim boys seeking an education that combines National Curriculum rigour with Islamic scholarship and spiritual development. Suits families valuing faith-centred community, clear behavioural expectations, and pathways to both secular and Islamic higher education.
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Contact & visit
1 Cornwall Avenue
London
E2 0HW
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Darul Hadis Latifiah?
Day fees at Darul Hadis Latifiah are approximately £3,750 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Darul Hadis Latifiah?
Darul Hadis Latifiah admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Darul Hadis Latifiah's exam results?
At Darul Hadis Latifiah, 16.7% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 20.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Darul Hadis Latifiah a boarding school?
Darul Hadis Latifiah is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is Darul Hadis Latifiah's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Darul Hadis Latifiah “Good” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong Islamic ethos and pastoral care; pupils feel part of a supportive 'family' community
✓Mature, respectful conduct and clear moral framework rooted in faith
✓Integration of secular and Islamic education; both academic rigour and Islamic scholarship pathways valued by families
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting independent verification of safeguarding and quality provision
!Limited transparency on facilities, staff credentials, and co-curricular breadth on publicly available website
!Small cohort (133 pupils) may limit subject breadth and sports/arts competitive opportunities compared to larger schools