Blackburn, Lancashire · BB2 3NY
Markazul Uloom is a small independent Islamic boys' day school in Blackburn serving ages 11–18. The school operates within the Islamic faith tradition, offering a curriculum that integrates Islamic values and teachings alongside mainstream academic subjects. With just 39 pupils across secondary age groups, it provides a tight-knit, faith-centred community environment typical of smaller Islamic independent schools.
Who thrives here
Pupils from Muslim families seeking an Islamic learning environment, those who benefit from smaller class sizes and close staff relationships, and students who value faith-based education integrated with mainstream subjects.
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Park Lee Road
Blackburn, Lancashire
BB2 3NY
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Day fees at Markazul Uloom are approximately £5,400 per year (2024/25).
Markazul Uloom admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
At Markazul Uloom, 22% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Markazul Uloom is a day school in Blackburn and does not offer boarding.
Ofsted rated Markazul Uloom “Inadequate” (2024).
Frequently praised
✓Strong Islamic values and character education
✓Close relationships between staff and pupils in small cohorts
✓Dedicated focus on Islamic teachings and Qur'anic studies
Common concerns
!Limited co-curricular breadth typical of very small independent schools