LEVEL 1 — FOUNDATION

Ages 4–7

Main Objectives

At this level, students will:

• Build a strong foundation in Quran reading
• Develop basic Islamic knowledge
• Learn correct pronunciation and basic Tajweed
• Develop love for Allah, the Quran, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
• Learn Islamic manners, good character, and essential daily practices

1. Quran Learning

Quran Reading Foundations

• Noorani Qaida
• Arabic Letters
• Joining Letters
• Harakat
• Sukoon
• Shaddah
• Tanween
• Basic Makharij
• Introduction to Basic Tajweed
• Guided Quran Reading Practice

Short Surahs — Juz ‘Amma

Students will begin memorizing and reciting selected short Surahs, including:

• Surah Al-Fatihah
• Surah Al-Ikhlas
• Surah Al-Falaq
• Surah An-Nas
• Other selected short Surahs

2. Hifzul Qur’an

Memorization & Revision

• Short Surahs
• Selected Surahs from Juz ‘Amma
• Daily Memorization
• Daily Revision
• Regular Recitation Practice

3. Aqeedah

Foundations of Islamic Belief

• Introduction to Islamic Belief
• Knowing Allah
• The Six Articles of Faith
• Basic Understanding of Iman
• Basic Meaning of the Kalimah
• Love of Allah and His Messenger ﷺ

4. Fiqh

Essential Islamic Practices

• Introduction to Taharah
• Personal Cleanliness
• Wudu
• Basic Salah
• Basic Halal and Haram
• Essential Islamic Daily Practices

5. Dua & Adhkar

Daily Duas

• Dua Before and After Eating
• Dua Before Sleeping
• Dua After Waking Up
• Dua Before Entering the Home
• Dua When Leaving the Home
• Wudu-related Duas
• Salah-related Duas
• Selected Morning and Evening Adhkar

6. Seerah

Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

• Introduction to the Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
• Childhood of the Prophet ﷺ
• Family and Early Life
• Selected Stories from the Prophetic Life
• Stories of the Prophets

7. Biography of the Companions

Khulafa-e-Rashidun

• Abu Bakr رضي الله عنه
• Umar رضي الله عنه
• Uthman رضي الله عنه
• Ali رضي الله عنه

Other Companions

• Selected Stories and Lessons from the Lives of the Companions

8. Adab & Akhlaq

Character & Good Manners

• Respect for Parents
• Respect for Teachers
• Truthfulness
• Cleanliness
• Good Speech
• Sharing
• Kindness
• Helping Others
• Good Manners
• Respect and Responsibility

Recommended Learning Approach

At this level, learning should be:

• Teacher-Guided — Close guidance and individual attention
• Interactive — Engaging activities and active participation
• Story-Based — Learning through inspiring Islamic stories
• Practice-Oriented — Regular reading, memorization, and practical activities
• Memorization-Supported — Gradual memorization with consistent revision
• Age-Appropriate — Simple, engaging, and suitable for young learners

Level Outcome

By the end of Level 1, students should have a strong foundation in Quran reading, basic Tajweed, essential Islamic beliefs and practices, selected Duas and Surahs, Seerah, and Islamic manners and character.