There have been concerns that the allegations of an alleged extremist takeover of schools will have a negative effect on how Muslim parents take part in the school system.

Mr. Mohammed Shafiq, Chief Executive of the Ramadhan Foundation also said he was alarmed at how the allegations were being reported.

"The allegations of alleged extremist takeover of schools in Birmingham are very serious however there is a wider concern that this is a witch-hunt against the Muslim community.

“The headlines and media coverage has been negative and based on assumptions and in some cases lies whilst the inquiries by the City Council and the DFE have not even completed their work.

“I am very clear that if these allegations are proven then all stakeholders will need to work together to ensure that it does not happen again but equally this could be a hoax dreamt up without any evidence. “It is important that Muslim parents and the wider community who take an interest in schools and education where they represent their children's interests are not seen as extremist when ensuring their religious needs are being met; this is something that should be encouraged and celebrated.

“Sadly the events of the past few months will lead to parents being reluctant of coming forward to support schools and it is the children and schools that will suffer.

“One thing is clear for British Muslims that there is an anti-Muslim atmosphere in many areas including in the media, whether it is the Hijab, Nikaab, Halal meat or anti-terror laws Muslims are being labelled unfairly and without any basis.

“We would like the inquiries to report back before forming opinion of what has happened and what we should do going forward.

“Birmingham has a rich and diverse population who will look at the allegations and demonisation of their fellow citizens as an insult and this may have lasting damage on the education standards of all children.

“I urge everyone to remain calm, allow both the City Council and DFE inquiries to complete their investigation before jumping to conclusions.”