Academics

Program Overview

Kindergarten – Grade 4 (K–4)

English

Students build strong reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through phonics, comprehension, vocabulary development, and age-appropriate literature. 

Math

Instruction focuses on number sense, basic operations, problem-solving, and logical thinking using hands-on activities and real-world applications. 

Science

Students explore life, physical, and earth sciences through observation, inquiry, and simple experiments that encourage curiosity and critical thinking. 

Social Studies

Lessons introduce community, geography, history, and civic responsibility while helping students understand their role in the world around them. 

Art

Students express creativity through drawing, painting, and crafts while learning foundational art skills and appreciation for different artistic styles. 

Islamic Studies

Students learn core Islamic beliefs, manners (akhlaq), stories of the Prophets, and basic Islamic practices in an age-appropriate and engaging way.

Qur’an

Instruction focuses on proper recitation (tajweed basics), memorization of selected surahs, and understanding key meanings at an introductory level.

Islamic School Northern Virginia

Narrated Abu Hurairah

that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge, Allah makes the path to Paradise easy for him.”

— Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2646

Islamic School in Northern VA

Grades 5 – 8

English

Students strengthen reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and critical analysis through novels, essays, and structured writing assignments.

Math

The curriculum advances students’ understanding of arithmetic, fractions, decimals, ratios, pre-algebra, and problem-solving strategies. 

Science

Students study life science, physical science, and earth science with an emphasis on experimentation, scientific reasoning, and real-world connections. 

Social Studies

Instruction covers world history, geography, civics, and current events to help students develop global awareness and analytical skills. 

Islamic Studies

Students deepen their understanding of Islamic beliefs, fiqh, seerah, and character development while learning to apply Islamic values in daily life. 

Arabic

Students develop reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills in Arabic, with a focus on vocabulary, sentence structure, and basic grammar. 

Qur’an

Students work on improving tajweed, memorization, and comprehension, with an emphasis on accurate recitation and reflection on meanings. 

Computer Science

Students are introduced to foundational computer skills, basic coding, and programming concepts through age-appropriate activities that promote logical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.