Nurturing Our Children with Hikmah

Welcome to HICMA - Huntingdon Intellectual and Creative Muslims Academy

Rooted in the wisdom of our Deen, we have crafted a curriculum that empowers our children to learn with confidence, fostering a deep love and understanding to guide them throughout their lives.

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About us

An Integrated Approach: Islamic Knowledge and Community Spirit

We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive education that integrates academic excellence with Islamic values and teachings.

We aim to nurture the intellectual, spiritual, and moral development of our students, preparing them to be responsible and contributing members of society.

Extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service, complement our academic offerings, ensuring a holistic educational experience.

“Our acronym HICMA is analogous to the Arabic حكمة and the Quran mentions it in various places, where it is understood as knowledge and understanding of the Quran, fear of God, and a means of nourishing the spirit or intellect.”

Sr Sherifa Kamel

Headteacher & Dean of Studies

Learning Objectives

An Integrated Approach: Arabic Studies and Islamic Studies

Group 1

Ages 5-8

Group 2

Ages 9-14

Schedule and tuition

Weekly - Sundays (During term)

Main Session:    11:00 am  –  14:00pm

Session 1:            11:00 AM – 12:15 PM

Break (Snacks): 12:15 PM – 12:30 PM

Session 2:            12:30 PM – 1:45 PM

Praying Time:     1:45 PM – 2:00 PM

Hifth Club:          2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Why us

Our mission

Our academy offers a nurturing environment for your children to explore and develop their spiritual potential

Kindness

Our dedicated educators lead by example, demonstrating acts of kindness daily. From the classroom to the playground, kindness is woven into our interactions

Creativity

Our lessons will promote creativity through interactive tools, activities and learning methods

Character Development:

Adab (Manners): Instill good manners, kindness, and respect for others. Honesty: Teach the value of truthfulness and integrity. Generosity: Encourage sharing and helping those in need

Basic Beliefs

Tawheed (Oneness of Allah): Introduce the concept that there is only one God (Allah) who is unique and worthy of worship. Prophethood: Teach about the prophets (peace be upon them) and their messages. Angels and the Unseen: Explore the existence of angels and unseen realms.

Quranic Stories

Sharing of age-appropriate stories from the Quran. Focus on narratives that emphasize moral lessons, such as the story of Prophet Yusuf (Joseph) or Prophet Musa (Moses). Discuss the importance of following the guidance in the Quran

Meet the teachers

HICMA Staff

Sr Sherifa Kamel

Headteacher, Arabic Studies

Br Ashaari

Islamic Studies

Br Habib

Quran Recitation and Tajweed

 

 

Details of more teachers to be added