At Islamia we try to provide our students with an education that compares with the best from the National Curriculum together with a most excellent tarbiyyah in Islam. Our girls are proud to be Muslim but are equally proud to be ambitious young women eager to make their mark on the world.  Upon leaving Islamia most take up places in some of London’s best sixth form colleges, and all go on to higher education.

A wide range of subjects are available for study at GCSE level, and students normally take 10 GCSEs in Year 11.

GCSE Subjects Taught:	Non-GCSE Subjects Taught:
English English Literature Mathematics Religious Studies: Islam I.C.T. Arabic French Biology Chemistry Physics Art Geography History Citizenship	Physical Education (P.E.) Qur’anic Studies  Young Enterprise

All subjects are presented within an Islamic ethical framework. As well as the GCSE Islamic Studies, Quran is regularly taught throughout in which students learn about all aspects of the Qur’anic Sciences. As a gateway to understanding the Qur’an, Arabic is also provided for all students regardless of previous knowledge. Native speakers take the GCSE early in year 10, while non-Arabic speakers are taught separately and take the GCSE in year 11.

To prepare our girls to be valued members of society Citizenship is an integral part of our curriculum. It is delivered through weekly Tutorials, assemblies and time table sessions and leads to a short GCSE qualification.  And to develop physical well-being, P.E. is offered once a week in a secure and equipped gym. Students follow a structured programme over 5 years to involve them in a wide range of sporting activities.

In Year 10, students have the opportunity to gain a valuable insight into the business world by taking part in the Young Enterprise Company Scheme where they set up and manage their own company, and compete with other schools in local and regional competitions.  In 2007, our girls won the Special Award for their enterprise, masha’allah! 

ASSESSMENT & REPORTING

Regular assessment is used to monitor learning and ensure progress at every stage. Attainment levels achieved at any one stage are used to predict desired progress at the next level. The 2 main points of reference are the Key Stage 2 SATs, and the GCSEs. The school monitors the ‘value added’ at both stages and endeavours to ensure that this is well above the national average.

Continuous assessment takes place in the form of regular marking of homework, classwork and periodic tests. Feedback is given to parents in Interim and End-of-Year Reports, and Parents Evenings held twice a year. At IGS we operate an ‘open door’ policy where parents are welcome to meet with any member of staff by appointment if they have any particular concerns.

As well as academic progress, the school keeps a record of attendance, punctuality and behaviour supported by rewards and sanctions. We operate a House system by which pupils gain house points, weekly commendations and Annual Awards for excellence in any aspect of school life.

Our latest results for GCSE are given in the School Results page .