Beacon Lights Schools

About Beacon Lights Schools

A place where a robust and forward-thinking curriculum nourishes our young people and advances our community’s hopes that they will become healthy, conscientious and productive future members of society. Our school will provide a safe, stimulating and caring environment for all children – independent of their social, cultural and religious heritage. We offer a holistic program of education within a Sunniyy Islamic ethos.

Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Yawar Mubarak

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 52 responses • 27.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

98.1% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

98.1% positive

My child does well at this school

98.1% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 52 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

9.4

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 4

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Kiran P

Parent Oct 25, 2022

4.0

"Mixed feelings"

While we're generally happy with Beacon Lights, we've had some issues with communication between the school and parents. The facilities are great and the staff are caring, but we feel like we're not always in the loop about what's happening in the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school with caring staff"

My child has been attending Beacon Lights for 2 years now and we are extremely happy with the progress they've made. The staff are very caring and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. We feel lucky to have found such a wonderful school in Halifax.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rahim B

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Islamic education"

Beacon Lights has provided my child with an excellent Islamic education, and the values they're learning are amazing. The teachers are very knowledgeable and the school's focus on community service is inspiring. I highly recommend this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sara K

Parent Mar 20, 2022

4.0

"Great experience"

I was a parent at Beacon Lights for a few years and had a great experience. The school's focus on holistic education and character development is excellent. My child thrived in the supportive environment and made many friends.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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