Whole School Action Plan
(2025–2026)

Ethos: Steps to Jannah – nurturing confident, practising Muslims with knowledge, character, and care.

1. Islamic Education Development

Objective Actions Lead Timeframe Success Criteria
Strengthen Qur'an and Islamic Studies provision - Review and enhance Madni Qaidah and Tajweed programmes
- Introduce differentiated Qur'an targets
- Weekly Islamic character themes
Head of Islamic Studies Autumn 1 – Ongoing Pupils show improved Qur'an fluency and understanding; termly assessments show clear progress
Promote school ethos through daily practice - Integrate Steps to Jannah themes into assemblies
- Launch termly Akhlaaq Awards
- Encourage good deeds journals
SLT Autumn Term Pupils demonstrate stronger Islamic manners and values; parent feedback is positive

2. Inclusion and SEND Provision

Objective Actions Lead Timeframe Success Criteria
Strengthen SEND support - Identify and support children with potential EHCP needs
- Collaborate with external professionals for EHCP applications
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small group interventions
- Set up a sensory-friendly room
SENDCo Autumn 1 – Spring 2 EHCP processes initiated or in place for relevant pupils; pupils with EHCPs show measurable progress; staff feel confident in supporting diverse needs
Improve communication with SEND families - Schedule half-termly parent review meetings for EHCP pupils
- Provide home learning packs and visual resources tailored to EHCP outcomes
SENDCo Autumn 2 – Ongoing Parents report improved communication and support; SEND outcomes and engagement improve

3. Curriculum and Teaching Quality

Objective Actions Lead Timeframe Success Criteria
Enhance quality of teaching and learning - Implement termly lesson observations and feedback
- Share good practice across staff
- Invest in CPD for Islamic and academic areas
Executive Headteacher Ongoing Teaching is consistently good or better; improved pupil outcomes
Introduce more active learning opportunities - Use project-based activities in Islamic Studies
- Include storytelling, role-play, and group work
Class Teachers Spring Term Pupils are more engaged; workbooks show deeper understanding

4. Pupil Wellbeing and Behaviour

Objective Actions Lead Timeframe Success Criteria
Promote positive behaviour through Islamic values - Launch positive behaviour policy linked to Islamic teachings
- Celebrate positive behaviour with weekly certificates
Behaviour Lead Autumn 1 Reduction in incidents; positive school atmosphere
Improve pupil voice and wellbeing - Establish a School Shura (Pupil Council)
- Run monthly 'Tea with the Headteacher' sessions
SLT Spring 1 Pupils feel listened to and valued; increased confidence and self-esteem

5. Parent and Community Engagement

Objective Actions Lead Timeframe Success Criteria
Build stronger home-school links - Launch regular newsletters and WhatsApp updates
- Host termly parent workshops and open evenings
Parent Liaison Lead Autumn – Ongoing Parents report increased engagement; higher workshop attendance
Encourage community involvement - Partner with local mosques and organisations
- Host community events (Ramadan iftar, Eid fairs)
Executive Head Throughout the year Stronger community ties; increased visibility and support for the school