# Rochdale Islamic Academy — Rochdale, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 4 published reviews

## Contact

- **Address:** 36 Taylor St, Rochdale
- **Phone:** 01706 347344
- **Website:** https://www.riab.org.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/rochdale/rochdale-islamic-academy-11350

## About

We are an Independent Boys school that follows the Islamic ethos, based in the heart of Rochdale, Greater Manchester. At RIAB, we pride ourselves on teaching not only the national curriculum but also a full islamic curriculum to our students.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Mar 2025

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Outstanding Education for our Sons!: I have been blown away by the commitment to Islamic values and the rigorous academic curriculum. The facilities are modern and well-maintained. The staff are friendly and approachable. My son is flourishing at RIAB. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Positive Experience: We have had a positive experience at RIAB so far. The staff are knowledgeable and willing to help. The school's focus on public service and community has been a great influence on our son. However, we do feel that the school could provide more opportunities for extracurricular activities. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — Exceptional School: We were looking for a school that would provide a safe and supportive environment for our son to grow and develop. RIAB has exceeded our expectations in every way. The Islamic ethos and values are woven throughout the curriculum and daily life. *(Nov 2021)*
- **5/5** — A True Islamic Education: My two sons graduated from RIAB a few years ago, and I can confidently say that they received a world-class Islamic education. The school's commitment to academic excellence and character development is truly exceptional. I highly recommend RIAB to any parent seeking a genuine Islamic education for their child. *(Feb 2020)*

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