"Read! In the name of your Lord who created."
Surah Al-Alaq (96:1)
Our Story
In the year 2001, Dr. Adnan Mansoor and Mrs. Aliya Adnan gathered five young students around a modest table with a single, powerful vision: to create a space in Calgary’s northwest where Muslim children could learn, grow, and thrive in their faith – every Saturday.
What began as a humble gathering, fueled by deep conviction and unwavering faith in Allah’s plan, has grown over more than two decades into a vibrant community institution. From those five students, NorthWest Islamic School has expanded to serve hundreds of families, touching lives and shaping futures with the light of the Quran and the wisdom of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
OUR APPROACH
OUR TEACHERS: THE BACKBONE OF OUR PROGRAM.
Today, under their leadership and our team of dedicated teachers, NWIS continues to honor the founding vision – providing a nurturing, excellence-driven Islamic education that equips young Muslims with knowledge, character, and a deep love for their faith. Our journey is a testament to what becomes possible when a community comes together for the sake of Allah.
Alhamdulillah – all praise is due to Allah for every step of this blessed journey.
Our Vision
To raise a generation of confident, knowledgeable, and compassionate young Muslims who carry the light of the Quran in their hearts, embody the character of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in their actions, and contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world - as leaders, learners, and ambassadors of Islam.
Our Mission
NorthWest Islamic School is dedicated to providing a comprehensive, faith-centered Islamic education rooted in the teachings of the Quran and the Sunnah. Through academic enrichment, moral excellence, and a nurturing community, we empower every student to develop a strong Islamic identity, a love for lifelong learning, and the character to serve humanity with integrity and compassion.
Core Values
Value
What It Means to Us
Taqwa (God- Consciousness)
We cultivate an awareness of Allah ﷻ in every action, teaching our students that true
success lies in living a life mindful of their Creator.
Excellence
(Ihsan)
We strive for excellence in everything we do – in teaching, in learning, in character.
As the Prophet ﷺ said: "Indeed, Allah loves that when one of you does something,
they do it with excellence."
Respect
(Ihtiram)
We honour the dignity of every individual – student, parent, teacher, and community
member – fostering an environment of mutual respect and kindness.
Community
(Ummah)
We are one family, united by faith. We build bonds that extend beyond the
classroom, supporting one another in all seasons of life.
Integrity
(Amanah)
We uphold honesty, trustworthiness, and accountability in all our dealings –
modelling the values we wish to instil in our students.
Compassion
(Rahmah)
Inspired by the mercy of the Prophet ﷺ, we lead with empathy, patience, and care –
ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and loved.
