The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023). Boys only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 52.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a boys-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
52.7
8.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
57%
15.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
100%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.52
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–20
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 132
- Capacity
- 44%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Tower Hamlets
- Head
- Mr Maruf / Anhar Ahmed / Ahmed (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
10 official reports linked on this page, including 9 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Standard inspection: Good
February 2020 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2018 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
February 2018 | Inspection
Additional inspection
April 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
October 2016 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
September 2013 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
October 2011 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
October 2010 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
December 2007 | Inspection
Location
1 Cornwall Avenue, London, E2 0HW
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMadani Secondary Girls' School
Independent · 1.4km away
Wapping High School
Secondary · 1.4km away
Daffodil Preparatory School
Independent · 1.4km away
Kobi Nazrul Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
St Mary and St Michael Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Mulberry School for Girls
Secondary · 1.4km away
Bishop Challoner Catholic School
Secondary · 1.5km away
Buttercup Primary School
Independent · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Darul Hadis Latifiah a selective school?
Yes. Darul Hadis Latifiah has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Darul Hadis Latifiah's Ofsted rating?
Darul Hadis Latifiah was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Darul Hadis Latifiah?
Darul Hadis Latifiah currently has 132 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Darul Hadis Latifiah take?
Darul Hadis Latifiah caters for pupils aged 11 to 20.
Where is Darul Hadis Latifiah?
Darul Hadis Latifiah is in London, E2 0HW, in the Tower Hamlets local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Darul Hadis Latifiah have a sixth form?
Yes, Darul Hadis Latifiah has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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