Madani Boys School, Leicester
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Madani Boys School excels at balancing academic achievement with social development. Pupils benefit from specialist teaching and expert use of assessment to help them progress, while the school's Islamic values and 'HEART' programme ensure they develop into confident, resilient young people who understand equality and fairness. Parents consistently praise the school's well-rounded approach and the close bonds between staff and families.
Key Strengths
- High-quality teaching consistently challenges pupils to achieve their best, with excellent use of assessment to identify and correct misconceptions
- Pupils' conduct and attitudes are exemplary, with strong relationships between staff and pupils based on trust and support
- Exceptional personal development programme helping pupils understand social and moral issues, take leadership roles, and secure meaningful next steps
- Strong support for pupils with SEND, ensuring they access the same curriculum as their peers
- Broad and ambitious curriculum including English Baccalaureate subjects, with pupils achieving particularly well in English, mathematics, science and technology
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with leaders creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
School council, anti-bullying ambassadors, volunteering, charity fundraising
Madani Boys School is a welcoming and thriving Muslim faith secondary school where pupils achieve well academically and develop strong social values. Evidence suggests the school has improved significantly since its previous inspection in 2019.
At a Glance
25.8%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
60 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
24.6
Avg class size
18
Total classes
3 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
100%
Over capacity
450 pupils
450 capacity
0 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Leicester
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Leicester
Admissions Demand - Leicester
Places available
4,611
Applications
4,655
Got 1st preference
82.2%
Got preferred school
95.9%
Secondary admissions across Leicester (2025/26)
Inspection History(4)
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SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.8858%
Overall absence
13.94336%
Persistent absence
459
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Madani Boys School
Mayflower Primary School
Evington Valley Primary School
Land of Learning Primary School
Coleman Primary School
Spinney Hill Primary School
Medway Community Primary School
Uplands Infant School
Uplands Junior L.E.A.D. Academy
Al-Islamia Institute for Education
Highfields Primary School
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