Jamiatul Ummah School
London · E1 2ND
Jamiatul Ummah is an Islamic day school for boys in Tower Hamlets serving 189 pupils across secondary years. The school explicitly blends academic excellence with Islamic spiritual development, positioning itself as preparing students for 'both worlds' (dunyah and akhira). Strong GCSE results and a notable Quran memorisation (Hifz) programme sit alongside community leadership, with pupils leading prayers in local mosques.
- →Strong GCSE performance claimed as 'top performing Islamic school in London'
- →Integrated Islamic curriculum including Quran memorisation with 15 pupils completing Hifz in 2024
- →Community leadership opportunities, including leading Taraweeh prayers at local mosques
- →Evidence of Oxbridge progression (students from 2019–2020 cohorts secured Oxford and Cambridge places)
Who thrives here
Muslim boys seeking academic rigour combined with Islamic faith development and spiritual practice. Particularly suited to families valuing Quranic study, community service, and leadership rooted in Islamic principles.
Strengths at a glance
Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.
At a glance
Contact & visit
56 Bigland Street, Shadwell
London
E1 2ND
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Sabir Miah
Young Muslim Writers Award winner (overall winner 2018), published creative writer
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Jamiatul Ummah School?
Day fees at Jamiatul Ummah School are approximately £6,120 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Jamiatul Ummah School?
Jamiatul Ummah School 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 Jamiatul Ummah School's exam results?
At Jamiatul Ummah School, 33.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Jamiatul Ummah School a boarding school?
Jamiatul Ummah School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is Jamiatul Ummah School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Jamiatul Ummah School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong GCSE results and academic achievement claimed
✓Integrated Islamic education with spiritual development and community leadership
✓Pupils' visible leadership roles (leading prayers, Taraweeh in mosques) develop confidence and faith
✓Evidence of individual recognition (Young Achiever Awards, writing competitions)
✓Small, cohesive community with active PTA engagement
Common concerns
!School not yet inspected by Ofsted; no independent verification of academic or pastoral standards
!Limited transparency on SEND provision, special needs support, or inclusion policy
!No visible sports facilities, drama, or music provision detailed on public materials
!Fees structure not published; accessibility and bursary availability unclear
!Very small school size (189 pupils) may limit breadth of co-curricular and sixth-form options