The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2016). Boys only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 50.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2016
- This is a boys-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
50.4
6.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
63%
20.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
88%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
3% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–21
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 73
- Capacity
- 33%
Governance
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Head
- Mr Muhammed Ilyas Miah
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Requires Improvement
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
34-36 Garstang Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 1NA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmEnglish Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston
Primary · 386m away
Moor Park High School and Sixth Form
Secondary · 797m away
Elms School
Special school · 844m away
Acorns Primary School
Special school · 844m away
St Ignatius' Catholic Primary School, Preston
Primary · 850m away
Larches High School
Pupil referral unit · 888m away
Deepdale Community Primary School
Primary · 963m away
The Roebuck School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Abrar Academy's Ofsted rating?
Abrar Academy was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in November 2016. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Abrar Academy?
Abrar Academy currently has 73 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Abrar Academy take?
Abrar Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 21.
Where is Abrar Academy?
Abrar Academy is in Preston, PR1 1NA, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Abrar Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Abrar Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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