IQRA Primary Academy: A Centre for Excellence and Aspiration in Bradford
IQRA Primary Academy, part of the iExel Education Trust, is a thriving three-form entry primary school, including a nursery, located in the heart of Manningham, Bradford. Serving over 660 pupils, the Academy is committed to providing an excellent standard of education within an ethos of high expectations, mutual respect, and unwavering care for each child.
IQRA is an outward-looking school with a mission to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives. The Academy champions a holistic approach to education, integrating academic excellence with physical, social, and spiritual development. Its skilled and passionate staff work tirelessly to ensure that every pupil flourishes, achieving their potential while nurturing a love for learning and discovery.
The Academy’s broad, knowledge-rich curriculum ignites curiosity and creativity, equipping pupils with the skills to analyse the world and contribute positively to society. Cultural capital is woven throughout the curriculum, with opportunities for pupils to enjoy new and inspiring experiences. IQRA's state-of-the-art facilities, including a food science laboratory, art studio, and science laboratory, create an enriching 21st-century learning environment, raising aspirations and empowering pupils for lifelong success.
IQRA’s achievements are widely recognised, with strong SATs results and accreditations such as the Good Schools Sports Mark, Music Mark, and Quality Mark for English and Maths. The school’s pupils have also received national acclaim, including winning the National Primary Innovation Award at the Business of Science Conference 2022 for their creative STEM solutions to real-world problems.
Following its October Ofsted inspection, IQRA Academy was rated "Good" overall, with "Outstanding" ratings for Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development. The report commended the Academy for fostering an “overwhelming feeling of respect and acceptance,” highlighting how pupils are “consistently kind and encouraging to each other” and “thoroughly enjoy their time in school.”
United in its commitment to breaking down barriers and ensuring every child can succeed, IQRA Academy continues to ignite curiosity and instil a lifelong love of learning, empowering pupils to achieve their best both in school and beyond.