
Derby, Derbyshire · DE23 8DF
Normanton House School is a small, independent all-through school in Derby serving the Muslim community with a faith-based curriculum rooted in Islamic teachings. The school combines academic rigour with religious and moral education, operating as a day school for pupils aged 7–18. It operates under the Al Akram Trust and emphasises a nourishing, community-focused approach to education that honours Islamic values alongside national curriculum requirements.
Who thrives here
Families seeking a Muslim-inclusive, values-driven education within a small, supportive community. Pupils who thrive in faith-centred environments and benefit from close pastoral relationships will find Normanton House welcoming.
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Normanton House, Village Street
Derby, Derbyshire
DE23 8DF
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Day fees at Normanton House School are approximately £5,400 per year (2024/25).
Normanton House School admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
At Normanton House School, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Normanton House School is a day school in Derby and does not offer boarding.
Ofsted rated Normanton House School “Good” (2024).
Frequently praised
✓Faith-centred education addressing the needs of Muslim families in Derby
✓Small school size enabling personalised attention and strong community bonds
✓Integration of Islamic values with academic learning
Common concerns
!School has not yet been inspected by Ofsted; limited external quality assurance on record
!Small size may limit breadth of extracurricular activities and specialist facilities compared to larger independent schools
!Limited publicly available data on exam results, facilities, or staffing profile