At Hazrath Shajalal Central Mosque, we are committed to nurturing the next generation with a strong foundation in Islamic knowledge and values. Our reformed structured Maktab programme is designed to equip children with the essential tools to live their lives in accordance with Islamic principles.
The Maktab is for boys and girls from Year 1 to Year 9. The Maktab will run parallel with school terms dates. This will be Monday to Friday 5:15PM to 6:45PM. Please refer to the timetable & 2025/2026 term calendar below for a further breakdown.
Teachers
We are blessed with three experienced and qualified teachers who are passionate about guiding children on their spiritual journey.
The teachers are:
Mufti Mashudur Rahman [MR] - will teach Qaidah & Quran and help memorise surahs and duas
Hafiz Abdul Malik [AM] - will teach Qaidah & Quran and help memorise surahs and duas
Mowlana Ruman Meah [RM] - will teach academic in English on Fridays
Curriculum Overview
We have a structure syllabus split into four levels.
The syllabus includes the following topics:
Qaidah – foundational Arabic reading
Qur'an – recitation and understanding
Tajweed – correct pronunciation and rules
Memorisation of Surahs & Duas
Aqeedah – core beliefs of Islam
Fiqh – cleanliness, Salah (prayer), and Swam (fasting)
Islamic Etiquettes / Adhaab
Seerah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
There will be a awards assembly in August 2026 and to reward those that have passed and completed the syllabus.
Fees & Payment Options
Annual Fee: £360 per child (please note, this is for the full year)
Installment Plan: £30 per month
Discounted Upfront Payment: £300 per child - Paying upfront will help the Maktab cover the essential costs such as study materials
All study materials are included in the price
Payments can be made via bank transfer or cash. Evidence must be provided for bank transfer.
Uniform
Please note, the following is the uniform set for our Maktab:
Boys - Thobe & Kufi / Topi
Girls - Abaya & Scarf
Child Safeguarding
We take child safety and welfare with the utmost importance. For your peace of mind:
All teachers are handpicked, reputable individuals
All staff are DBS checked (or in the process of being checked)
Our study hall is monitored 24/7 via CCTV to ensure a safe learning environment
Enrollment Details
If you have any queries, or you would like to enroll your child(ren), please complete the application form and return it to the Masjid Imam or trustees, or email it to: shahjalalswindonmosque@gmail.com
Printed copies for the application forms will be left at the masjid.
Start Date: 1st September 2025
If you miss the start date, don’t worry — we’ll do our best to accommodate late applications.
Key Information
Maktab will run along side school term time except for Ramadan & Eid-ul Adha (highlighted in green).
Times will be 5:15PM to 6:45PM, Monday to Friday.
One month holiday for Ramadan.
Additional two weeks will be required in summer holidays (August) to recover from the time lost in Ramadan.
Awards ceremony will take place in August 2026.
Please note, the calendar is draft at the moment and will be finalised in the coming days.