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The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School

Leicester · LE5 3LD

AAB+ A-level

9–7 GCSE

25.7%

Day fees

£3k

Inspection

Good

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The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School is a coeducational all-through independent school in Leicester offering integrated Islamic and secular education. The school emphasizes both academic excellence and character development rooted in Islamic values, targeting pupils aged 7–18. With 225 pupils and a day-only model, it serves a faith community seeking a grounded, values-led alternative to mainstream provision.

  • Integration of Islamic teachings (Tarbiya) with rigorous secular curriculum
  • Smaller, community-focused school with strong pastoral care ethos
  • Values-led education emphasizing character, compassion, and moral responsibility

Who thrives here

Pupils from Muslim families seeking faith-aligned education combined with strong academics; families valuing close-knit, values-driven school communities; students whose parents prioritize character formation alongside exam results.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSportsno dataCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Number of pupils225
Age range7–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£3.1k/yr
Settingurban
LocationSchool is located in Belgrave, Leicester's historic Muslim quarter. Day-only provision; families rely on local buses and private transport. No dedicated minibus service mentioned.
EthosIslamic

Contact & visit

97 Bridge Road, Leicester, Leicestershire

Leicester

LE5 3LD

www.imai.org.uk
01162767600
Mr Fahim Sader, Head

Nearest stations

Leicester Railway Station15 min
Belgrave Road (local buses)5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School?

Day fees at The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School are approximately £3,096 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School?

The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School's exam results?

At The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School, 25.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School a boarding school?

The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School is a day school in Leicester and does not offer boarding.

What is The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School “Good” (2021).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Knowledgeable, supportive teaching staff

Nurturing, values-based learning environment

Quality education with strong Islamic character formation

Common concerns

!School not yet Ofsted inspected; independent assessment of quality unavailable