Vision
To produce a generation of Muslims who have a balanced and contextualised understanding of Islam: Muslims who are not only God conscious, but who also contribute in productive ways as citizens of British society, thereby leading purpose-driven lives in a way that promotes peace, harmony, tolerance, and justice.
Purpose
Wythenshawe Masjid’s Weekend School’s inaugural academic year aims to provide a basis of Islamic education for children aged 5 or 6. Our first classes started in September 2023 Alhamdulillah, and follows the state school term calendar.
The Weekend School can only supplement the Islamic education you provide at home; of course, it cannot be a whole substitute, the culture of Islamic practice can only be developed by nurturing an Islamic environment at home.
Subjects and Curriculum
Children will learn how to recite the Qur’an with correct Tajweed along with some basic understanding. They are encouraged to memorise, but our main focus is to give children the tools they need to read the Qur’an independently, so that they are able to read in their own time and continue long after leaving the school insha’Allah.
In addition to this, we also include an Islamic Studies course which covers a new topic each week from the basic 5 pillars to the story of the Prophets, as well as contemporary issues. We use “Weekend Learning” books specifically imported from North America that are suited for a school such as ours and are recommended by Islamic educationalists. Regular homework is given too which children are expected to complete to maintain their level in the school.
Teaching Methodology
Our teachers adopt several teaching pedagogies to ensure the needs of each learner are met. There is a focus on activity-based learning to ensure greater student involvement and engagement. We are fortunate to have excellent teachers who are qualified, experienced and DBS checked.
Please note: If your child is accepted into our Weekend School, we have an induction for parents and a strict code of conduct around behaviour and attendance.
Term Dates
The 2024/2025 school will inshallah run with the following dates from 09:30 am to 12:30 pm:
| TERMS | School Starts | School Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Saturday 14th September 2024 | Sunday 20th October 2024 |
| Half term holiday 26th and 27th October 2024 | ||
| Saturday 2nd November 2024 | Sunday 15th December 2024 | |
| Spring Term | Saturday 4th January 2025 | Sunday 16th February 2025 |
| Eid-Ul-Fitr holiday 22nd and 30th March 2025 | ||
| Saturday 5th April 2025 | Sunday 13th April 2025 | |
| Summer Term | Saturday 26th April 2025 | Sunday 1st June 2025 |
| Eid-Ul-Adha holiday 7th and 8th June 2025 | ||
| Saturday 14th June 2025 | Sunday 27th July 2025 | |
Please note there will also be a holiday on 28th September 2024 for Visit my Mosque day.
Class times will be from 09:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Fees
The school fees for 2024/2025 are as follows:
Payments are due on the 1st of every month for 10 months and will commence from 1st September. Payments should be made using the parent portal.
| Monthly Payment x 10 | Annual Fee |
| 1st Child: £60.00 | £600.00 |
| 2nd Child: £45.40 | £454.00 |
| 3rd Child: £30.75 | £307.50 |
Please use the parent portal to sign up for payments by direct debit*. This ensures all payments are collected smoothly and without the continued need for the madrasah chasing up for outstanding fees.
* Please note if you sign up for direct debit and you have children in our Islamic studies classes, their fees will also be taken via direct debit on the respective invoice dates.
Invoicing issues: if you have not received your invoice emails please email [email protected] including your child’s name and year group in order to locate any missing invoices.
We would love your children to attend the Wythenshawe Masjid’s Weekend Islamic School, please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information.
For more information email [email protected]
Applications Update
Applications for 2024/25 are now closed.