And We have certainly made the Quran easy to remember.
So is there anyone who will be mindful? -
Surah Al-Qamar (54:17)
Our Educational Offerings
At NorthWest Islamic School, every Saturday is an opportunity for growth. Our carefully designed
programs blend Quranic education, language learning, Islamic scholarship, and character development
into a rich, engaging experience. Each program is tailored to meet students where they are — inspiring a
love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
Our students build a lifelong relationship with the Quran through dedicated study and practice.
Quran Memorization & Recitation (Hifz and Tajweed)
The Quran is the heart of our school. Our Hifz and Tajweed program guides students through the beautiful art of Quranic
recitation with proper pronunciation (makhaarij), melodic rules (tajweed), and memorization.
Whether a child is beginning with Surah Al-Fatiha or working toward completing their Hifz, our experienced
Quran teachers provide patient, personalized instruction that builds confidence and devotion.
Islamic Studies
Understanding the fundamentals of Islamic faith – the oneness of Allah, the Prophets, the angels, the books, the Day of Judgment, and divine decree.
Learning the practical aspects of worship – prayer, fasting, charity, and daily life according to Islamic guidelines.
Walking through the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and drawing timeless lessons from his example.
Exploring the sayings and traditions of the Prophet ﷺ to develop a deeper understanding of Islamic ethics and conduct.
Character Development & Leadership
Inspired by the hadith, "The best among you are those who have the best character" (Sahih al-Bukhari),
our character program goes beyond the classroom. Through workshops, mentorship, discussions, and
real-world scenarios, students develop honesty, empathy, responsibility, patience, and the leadership
skills to be positive influences in their communities.
Community Service Projects
Islam teaches that service to others is an act of worship. Our community service program engages
students in meaningful projects – from supporting local charities to organizing school-wide drives –
teaching them the joy and responsibility of giving back.
Age Groups & Class Levels
Level
Ages
Focus
Early Learners
Ages 5-7
Introduction to Arabic letters, basic Quran recitation (short surahs), foundational Islamic concepts through stories and activities, building love for the masjid and community.
Junior Level
Ages 8- 10
Continued Quran memorization, Arabic reading and writing, Islamic studies (basic Fiqh and Seerah), character values through group projects.
Intermediate Level
Ages 11- 13
Advanced Tajweed and increased Hifz targets, Arabic comprehension, in- depth Islamic studies (Aqeedah, Hadith), leadership and service learning.
Senior Level
Ages 14+
Advanced Quran studies, critical thinking in Islamic scholarship, mentorshiproles, community engagement.
Age Groups & Class Levels
Our school day runs from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM every Saturday, structured to provide a balanced, engaging experience:
Time
Period
Description
10:00 - 10:10 AM
Opening Assembly
Du’a, morning adhkar, announcements, motivational reminder.
10:10 - 10:55 AM
Period 1: Quran
Hifz, Tajweed, and Quran recitation with individual attention.
10:55 - 11:40 AM
Period 2: Arabic Language
Reading, writing, vocabulary, and conversational Arabic.
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Break & Salah
Snack break, Dhuhr prayer in congregation, free time.
12:00 - 12:45 PM
Period 3: Islamic Studies
Aqeedah, Fiqh, Seerah, or Hadith – rotated weekly.
12:45 - 1:30 PM
Period 4: Character & Enrichment
Character development, leadership, arts, community projects.
1:30 - 1:50 PM
Review & Homework
Recap of key lessons, homework assignments, reading logs
1:50 - 2:00 PM
Closing
Closing du’a, parent pickup, individual teacher check-ins.
