Hifz Admission Process
1
Entry Assessment
2-3 Week Trial to guage the student's capacity & competancy.
- Week 1: 3 Lines a Day
- Week 2: 4 Lines a Day
- Week 3: 5 Lines a Day
2
Probation Period
If required, trial period will extend into a probation period, expectations of Hifz progress and probation duration will be communicated.
3
Progression
- Full time admission into Hifz Class.
- Gradual build up to 13 lines Sabaq
- Part Time Islamic Studies
4
Periodic Review
- There will be Bi-Monthly review of the students progress against the targets set.
- Annual Target for the 1st Year is 4 Juz/Para
- End of Para Tests
Is my child ready?
Best Practices for Learning
The typical routine for a Hifz class includes three key components:
- New Lesson (Sabaq): This is where students learn new verses to memorize.
- Sabaq Sipara: This involves revising the last few Sabaqs to reinforce retention.
- Dowr: This is the revision of previously memorized portions to ensure long-term memorization.
Each of these components need to be recited daily to the teacher with proper Tajweed & Makhraj.
Students are expected to recite fluently with minimal to no word errors or hesitations.
The minimum amount of time dedicated to learning at home should be at least 1.5 hours. This includes learning on weekends.
One suggested method for effective learning is outlined below:
1
Night Before
1. New Sabaq
Pray the new sabaq looking inside 10-15 times.
(For students struggling to memorise, this can be increased to 30 times)
2. Learn Half of the Dowr
2
Early Morning
1. New Sabaq
Using the lego method
a. Repeat 2-3 words at a time
b. Complete one Ayah almost perfectly
c. Move onto Ayah 2 then put Ayah 1 & 2 together
2. Learn 2nd Half of Dowr
3
After School
Go over the Sabaq & Sabaq Sipara
It is important to remember that learning times and techniques can vary significantly from student to student. An alternative approach is the 80/20 method, where students allocate 80% of their study time to revising or reading new material, while dedicating the remaining 20% to memorising new sabaq (lessons).
Shared Journey
The success of your child's hifz journey relies on the collaboration of three key parties: the student, parents, and the teachers. For this journey to be smooth and successful, it is essential that all three parties demonstrate sacrifice and commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend that children begin Hifz (Quran memorization) no earlier than Year 5/6 to ensure they master Tajweed, which is essential for correct pronunciation and fluency. At this age, children are typically more mature and better equipped for the commitment required in Hifz.
In the meantime, parents should focus on Nazarah (reading) lessons to develop reading skills and a love for the Quran. For those considering an earlier start, children can first memorize the Sabaq and then progress to major Surahs like:
- Surah Yaseen
- Surah Tabarak
- Surah Ha Meem Sajdah
- Surah Al-Kahf
By emphasizing Tajweed and reading, we can help children succeed in their Quranic journey.
- Create a distraction-free supporting environment
- Listen to their Sabaq & Dowr Daily
- Make sure to balance between resting and learning time
- Make sure to continue listening on holidays
Falling behind is normal at times. With support, communication with Madrasah & teacher, most students get back on track.
On average, it takes 3–5 years with consistent effort & revision. This varies depending on the child’s pace, routine, and retention.
Post-Hifz, students will initially focus on strengthening their revision (dowr), thereafter, they can progress onwards to pursue Alimiyyah studies.
Feel free to contact us if you have any further questions!