Al Madina School for Girls
Independent faith-based school for girls aged 11 to 16, combining academic excellence with Islamic values.
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Our take
Independent girls senior school in Essex for ages 11–16. Selective entry, Muslim ethos, lower fees than the London average.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families who value a Muslim ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families looking for an independent option below the London average for fees.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The Muslim ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
About the head
“Forbearing, Inquisitive, Truthful, Respectful, and Ambitious”
The school aims to foster academic excellence and Islamic values together, developing pupils who embody Forbearing, Inquisitive, Truthful, Respectful, and Ambitious characters rooted in the Islamic concept of 'fitra'.
Distinctive features
Faith-based education
Girls only
Focus on character development based on Islamic values
Aims to develop confident, compassionate leaders
Activities & co-curricular
sport
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
Recent coverage
Al Madina School for Girls in Barking, Essex, underwent a standard inspection on 17 March 2026, with the report published on 11 May 2026. The inspection found that safeguarding standards were met, indicating that leaders and staff have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed. In the 2024–2025 academic year, the school reported an Attainment 8 score of 50.3, surpassing both the Barking and Dagenham local authority average of 48.3 and the national average of 45.9. Additionally, 61% of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above in both English and mathematics GCSEs, exceeding the local authority average of 47% and the national average of 45%. Regarding leadership, Abbas Aziz served as the headteacher as of the latest available information. The school has a capacity of 120 pupils but currently has 98 students enrolled. Parents have expressed a high level of satisfaction with the school. In the 2025/26 Ofsted Parent View survey, 92% of respondents indicated they would recommend the school to another parent.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 May 2024 | 15 Oct 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
House system
Inspection
Ofsted — 17 Jan 2023
2 inspection reports on file.
- Ofsted · Full1 Jan 2023Good
Term dates 2025-2026
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Al Madina School for Girls, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Al Madina School for Girls best for?+
Independent girls senior school in Essex for ages 11–16. Selective entry, Muslim ethos, lower fees than the London average.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
6 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@asgedu.org.uk or phone on 0208 478 5115. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
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