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FAQ

Please review our frequently asked questions for the Hifz and Alim courses below.

Hifz Course

For the Hifz program, students are typically admitted after completing third grade, usually around 9–10 years of age.
On average, the program takes 3–5 years to complete. Some students may finish sooner depending on their pace and dedication.
Nazirah is the foundational stage of learning to read the Qur’an. It includes mastering the Arabic alphabet and applying the rules of Tajweed. Students complete Nazirah by reciting the entire Qur’an to a teacher. Upon completion, they begin memorization (Hifz).
Each class typically consists of 10–15 students to ensure focused attention and effective learning.
Yes, instruction is primarily conducted in English.
Students are required to review (Daur) their memorization daily. In addition, office tests are conducted after every five juz to ensure retention.
To graduate, a student must recite the entire Qur’an in one day to their Ustaadh after having completed a minimum of ten revisions.
No, physical discipline is strictly prohibited. Student discipline is managed through appropriate measures such as loss of privileges, parent communication, and, if necessary, suspension.
Students are given five daily assignments:

1. Sabaq (new lesson) 2. Para Sabaq (revision of recent lessons) 3. Amukta (revision of older lessons) 4. Sabaq Nazirah (preparing new lesson) 5. Tilawah ( general recitation)
The fastest completion time recorded at our madrasah is 13 months.

Alim Course

Students must be able to read the Qur’an fluently and be prepared to commit full-time to the program. A basic ability to read and understand English is also required.
Students may enroll from the age of 13.
The full Alim Course is 7 years.
Currently, we offer the first five years of the program. InshaAllah, we plan to gradually open the remaining years.
Students typically transfer to other institutions to complete their studies.
All classes are conducted in English.
Please refer to the Alim Course page for a detailed list of subjects and books.
Yes, Qira’at is offered to select students.

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