Junior Division
Program Overview
Our junior division program (Grade1-5) is designed to address what students should know and understand by the time they move on from one grade to the next in their academic journey through Islamic-based education. Our junior division is a dynamic child-centred learning environment with a challenging and exciting program that offers a variety of academic and non-academic subjects. Students develop close relationships with their homeroom teachers, and benefit from the expertise of specialists in Islamic studies, Arts, physical education, French, Arabic and Quran.
Teachers ‘ instructions across grades and in all subjects are delivered through reading passages, manipulatives, videos, animations, and Multimedia interactive activities to not only teach, but review concepts. We also offer customized learning plans to meet our student’s educational needs.
Our activities promote 21st century skill building, including critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. Although our expectations align with the Ontario curriculum, we offer rigorous and more advanced content in every subject. We also measure and track our students’ performance throughout the year with reporting tools, series of assessments and exams for higher grades (7-8).
We build responsibility, collaboration, and social-emotional learning into each grade level, so that children increase their independence, confidence, and leadership abilities over time.
Our classroom teachers focus on the core foundational subjects:
Program
- Math
- Language Arts
- Social Studies
- Humanities
- Social-Emotional Learning
Our specialized teachers add richness and depth to the curriculum with focused classes on the following subjects for all students starting in kindergarten:
- Art
- French
- Integrated Science
- Arabic
- Quran
- Physical Activities
Our Math Curriculum
Our math curriculum aims to develop critical thinking and problem solving from early years (first grade onwards). One of the most important objectives of our math curriculum is to encourage students to develop a positive attitude towards mathematics, understand how to use mathematics in their everyday lives and appreciate the functionality of mathematics. So, when our students are presented with a problem or situation, they are taught to identify the proper strategies needed to come to conclusions and carry out calculations. By the end of eighth grade, our students would have acquired excellent computational skills, developed creativity and an ability to think, communicate and solve problems.
The mathematics program caters to each student according to his/her ability; students who need reinforcement in basic computational skills can get additional help, while students who show an aptitude for higher level mathematics are given advanced instruction.
Our English Program
Our English program strives to provide students with a stimulating, varied, and advanced English curriculum.
Students have the opportunity to read a range of texts suitable to their age and ability, write using the variety of assorted styles and genres of writing presented to them, and perform in both formal and informal settings. Reading is an important aspect of English education at our school, and we strive to create a culture of reading for pleasure. Our weekly (take a book home) for our junior division, novel studies for our senior division, and Reading buddies throughout the year help students enjoy and appreciate different components of the English language. A Spelling Bee competition is also conducted annually to spark a love of language in our students.
Our Science Program
Our science curriculum is designed to encourage students at all grades to develop a critical sense of wonder and curiosity about scientific and technological endeavours and enable students to use science and technology to acquire new knowledge and solve problems, so that they may improve the quality of their own lives and the lives of others. Science classes are centered around the creative process. Experiments and labs keep students guessing, trying, and learning.
Our Social Studies Program
Our social studies curriculum focuses on the impact of historical and contemporary events to help our students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to actively participate in their local and global communities. We aim to cultivate responsible, active citizens by helping our students think about who they are, where they come from, and the world they live. We prepare our students to be informed global citizens who apply their knowledge of political and social structures, in light of Islamic principles, and make positive and impactful contributions to society.
Our Art Classes
We offer weekly creative art classes to help students unleash their creativity through fun-based projects within an Islamic framework.
Our Islamic Studies & Quran Program
Our Islamic studies classes are designed to assist young students in developing spiritually and morally, taking pride in their Muslim identity, and achieving a mentally and emotionally-stable personality that is the essence of our deen (religion). Students are taught a common set of ethics based on the Qur’an and the sunnah of our prophet(pbuh), Ahlulbayt (a.s) and our Imams(as), and Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence).
Our Quran curriculum is designed to help students recite Qur’anic verses at an incredibly early age and improve their recitation and tajweed skills at the higher levels as well as help them develop a close relationship with the Quran. Students are encouraged to participate in Quranic competitions that we run annually.
Our Arabic and French Program
Our Arabic and French curriculum aim to assist students in learning the fundamentals of both languages. This includes Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.
Our Physical Education Program
Our physical education curriculum aims to emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyles and good nutritional habits while fostering team-building skills by engaging students in group work activities.
Our Computer Studies Program
The fundamental purpose of our computer studies program is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will enable them to achieve success in secondary school, the workplace, postsecondary education or training, and daily life.
Our program relies on theme-based units that integrate technology from multiple subject areas. This integration enables us to meet all curricular expectations in a way that is meaningful and relevant to our students and makes the environment fun and stimulating.
Extra-Curriculars
All of our students have the opportunity to take to the stage and present to their parents and peers as part of special Islamic and school celebrations that incorporate Nasheed, public speaking, and drama.
The Academy also takes students on curriculum-related field trips and special outings that are carefully planned to expose students to history, science, art, and multicultural themes.
Our students participate in a “Spelling Bee” competition and a Quran recital that are held every year.
Character Building is an integral part of our Junior and Senior division programs, and it is embedded in all aspects of our daily school life. At the academy we strive to support our students in developing the right attitudes, Islamic values, and proper Islamic manners such as respect, truthfulness, sincerity, forgiving others, grit, self-control, self-awareness, empathy, and integrity. These attitudes and Islamic values give students the ability not only to face but to embrace life challenges.
At the academy we create opportunities for our students as they grow and mature, and develop their social and leadership skills. Beginning in Grade 4, students become ‘Reading Buddies’ – reading with partners in younger classes.
At Al-Haadi Academy, the elementary years are an exciting time for any child. The same young children who enter first grade just learning to read, explore new concepts and to negotiate social interactions in a formal educational setting graduate to the Senior Division fully prepared academically and socially for a fulfilling middle school experience.
“Knowledge is better than wealth, for knowledge is what protects you, while wealth is what you protect”
– Imam Ali (AS)
We are always excited to welcome new students and their families to our growing school community. We encourage you to contact us via phone or email to learn more about the school. You can also visit us for an-person tour of the facility where you can see first-hand what the Academy can offer you and your child.
Salaam Alaikum, I am a proud parent of four Al Haadi Academy students and I really appreciate the efforts of the principal and all the staff and management for providing quality education both religiously and academically that certainly is helping them grow and succeed. I hope and pray the school grow stronger and stronger by each passing year.
Al Haadi’s qualities are numerous, but one thing stands out is their commitment to personal, one on one teaching of a nurturing style. The staff, students and curriculum are a second home to my children who have benefited greatly intellectually as well as socially and religiously.
My son feels he is a part of a special community at al Haadi Academy, and as a parent I am more than satisfied with how the teachers and staff are approachable and how hard they are working to elevate students academically and morally.
My children attended four Islamic schools in Toronto and Ahaadi Academy is one of the best schools among these four schools, which I highly recommend to everyone. The experienced staff of teachers are very kind and I like the friendly environment, your kids will feel at home.
My children have been attending Alhaadi academy from the very beginning. What a wonderful journey in academics and spirituality. The school provides a very modern academic curriculum along with many fun activities and religious programs. The teachers are always available to speak with, even outside school hours. The dedication and interest to each child by the teachers and their aides is obvious. The school has an air of community, caring and taking care of each other. I am so grateful for the goodness and solid education foundation that my child has benefitted from by attending Al-Haadi Academy School. I wish them success in their journey ahead.
My child admitted to Al Haadi Academy since 1 year ago, and I found that the learning process in it is always up to date and was beyond my expectations.
The teachers in Al Haadi Academy are continuously helping their students to achieve an excellent result in their education. Moreover, they have their special educational activities and festivals that represent a joyful time for students and parents throughout the school year.
All this thanks to God Almighty and thanks to the excellent and organized administration that is keen to provide the best educational methods for its students.
I recommend Al Haadi Academy for parents who really want an excellent education for their children with a multicultural environment.
Al Haadi Academy is the right place for my daughter where the school covers both Islamic and academic teachings.
They focus on Islamic studies based on Ahlulbayt teachings and values. The academic programs are excellent and promote innovation and self development. The teachers are professionals dedicated and caring. I feel grateful to have enrolled my daughter in such a professional, safe and friendly learning environment.
The Al-Haadi school is a great place that my children have been attending for a while now. The teachers have been providing students with the knowledge they need to achieve a successful educational experience. I am grateful for the Islamic environment at Al-Haadi as my children have learned a lot about Islam and important Islamic values. I highly recommend Al-Haadi for parents who value and care for the education and success of their children. Lastly, my children feel that the environment at Al-Haadi is very similar to a family environment which is why they genuinely enjoy attending school and spending time with their classmates.
Our family is genuinely appreciative of the patience, dedication and kindness of the teachers and staff at Al Haadi Academy. In our experience, we find that they are quick to provide helpful strategies that cater to the needs of individual learners, while making sure that communication is consistent and effective. I feel that sending my son to the Al Haadi Academy has not only helped his learning, but also his confidence and self-esteem. I would sincerely recommend Al Haadi Academy to any parent who is looking for a nurturing learning environment. Thank you to the staff and teachers!!
The teachers keep close contact with the parents and discuss ways to eliminate any academic issues the child might be having and work.
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We are always excited to welcome new students and their families to our growing school community. We encourage you to contact us via phone or email to learn more about the school. You can also visit us for in-person tour of the facility where you can see first-hand what the Academy can offer you and your child.