Vision
To produce a generation of Muslims who have a balanced and contextualised understanding of Islam, Muslims who are not only God conscious, but also productive and contributive citizens of British society thereby leading purpose-driven lives in a way that promotes peace, harmony, tolerance and justice.
Purpose
The Cheadle Masjid Weekend Islamic School has been running for many years now; It’s aim is to help provide a basis of Islamic education for our children aged 5 – 11 years. It will supplement the Islamic Education you provide at home, of course it cannot be a whole substitute, the culture is Islamic Practice can only be developed by developing an Islamic environment at home.
Subjects and Curriculum
Children will learn Insha’Allah how to recite the Qur’an with correct Tajweed and with some basic understanding. They are encouraged to memorise, but our main focus is to give the children the tools they need to read the Qur’an independently so that they can continue to read in their own time and beyond leaving the school.
Furthermore, we cover an Islamic Studies Course; it 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 and children are expected to complete them 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 have also recently upgraded our classrooms with the latest technology to provide teachers the opportunity to utilize the latest Islamic apps into their teaching methodology. We are fortunate Masha’Allah to have excellent teachers (DBS checked) many of whom have been with us for some years. Currently we have close to 130 children in the school; there is a waiting list as we have limited teaching space so we would recommend applying early by completing the application form which can be found here. If your child is accepted, we have an induction for parents and a strict code of conduct around behaviour and attendance.
Term Dates
The 2024/2024 school will inshallah run with the following dates from 09:30 am to 12:30 pm:
| TERMS | School Starts | School Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Saturday 7th 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 March 2025 |
| Eid-Ul-Fitr Holiday 22nd March to 30th March 2025 | ||
| Saturday 5h April 2025 | Sunday 13th April 2025 | |
| Summer Term | Saturday 26th April 2026 | 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 29th September 2024 for Visit my Mosque day.
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 |
There is an additional £5 book charge applicable to all students.
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.
We would love your children to attend the Cheadle Masjid Weekend Islamic School, please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information.
For more information, please email weekendschool@cheadlemasjid.org
Applications Update
Admission for 2024/25 have closed. We have exceeded our capacity for applications.
If you have not heard from us to date it means your child has not been given a place and you should make alternative arrangements for your Childs education.