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North Road Academy

Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire · ST6 2BP

AAB+ A-level

9–7 GCSE

39.5%

Day fees

£5k

Inspection

Requires improvement

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North Road Academy is a small, coeducational Islamic all-through school in Stoke-on-Trent serving ages 3–16. It combines a British National Curriculum with Islamic faith values and moral education, positioning itself as a balanced provision for Muslim families seeking faith-integrated schooling. The school includes a specialist centre for children with additional needs, reflecting an inclusive ethos alongside mainstream provision.

  • Integration of Islamic faith and values within a rigorous British curriculum framework
  • Specialist provision for children with SEND within the mainstream setting
  • Small, nurturing community with emphasis on moral character and respect

Who thrives here

Muslim families seeking a faith-informed education, and families with children requiring additional learning support who value an inclusive, values-driven environment.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports44th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Number of pupils203
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£5k/yr
Settingsuburban
LocationLocated in residential North Staffordshire; primarily accessible by car or local bus routes. Railway station approximately 3 miles away.
EthosIslamic

Contact & visit

North Road, Cobridge

Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire

ST6 2BP

www.northroadacademy.com
01782829870
Mr Naeem Bashir, Head

Nearest stations

Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station15 min
Local bus services (Stoke City Transport)5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at North Road Academy?

Day fees at North Road Academy are approximately £5,000 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into North Road Academy?

North Road Academy admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are North Road Academy's exam results?

At North Road Academy, 39.5% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is North Road Academy a boarding school?

North Road Academy is a day school in Stoke-on-trent and does not offer boarding.

What is North Road Academy's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated North Road Academy “Requires improvement” (2023).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Faith-integrated, values-driven environment

Inclusive, nurturing approach to SEND provision

Small community with strong pastoral care

Common concerns

!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; limited independent track record of outcomes

!Small size may limit scope of sports facilities and co-curricular breadth