Madani Academy
Portsmouth, Hampshire · PO1 4JZ
Madani Academy is Portsmouth's first Muslim faith independent school, opened in 2014 as a primary and extended to include a girls' secondary in 2021. Operating across a single city-centre location, it delivers the National Curriculum within an Islamic ethos, emphasising community, safety, and pastoral care. With only 60 pupils across all year groups, it offers a highly personalised approach in a small-school setting.
- →Muslim faith-based education integrated with National Curriculum
- →Small pupil cohort enabling close pastoral relationships and individualised attention
- →First established Muslim school in Portsmouth with local community roots
Who thrives here
Families seeking faith-integrated education in a close-knit, nurturing environment where pupils can thrive through personalised support and a values-driven approach aligned with Islamic principles.
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Contact & visit
Merefield House, Nutfield Place, Buckland
Portsmouth, Hampshire
PO1 4JZ
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Madani Academy?
Day fees at Madani Academy are approximately £5,400 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Madani Academy?
Madani Academy admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Madani Academy's exam results?
At Madani Academy, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Madani Academy a boarding school?
Madani Academy is a day school in Portsmouth and does not offer boarding.
What is Madani Academy's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Madani Academy “Good” (2023). This grading is no longer issued — both inspectorates have since changed how they report outcomes.
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What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Safe, nurturing Islamic community environment
✓Small pupil numbers enabling close relationships and individualised attention
✓Integration of faith values with National Curriculum
✓Dedicated staff committed to pastoral care and community ethos
Common concerns
!School not yet inspected by Ofsted (as of 2024); only primary had 'Good' rating in 2019
!Very small cohort may limit peer diversity and breadth of co-curricular offer
!Limited public information on academic outcomes, SEND provision, facilities, and sixth-form destinations