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Our Beginning
Where faith, knowledge, and community first came together.
& Integrity
& Integrity
& Integrity
ABOUT US
Al-Amal Academy is a full-time accredited K – 9 school, operated by the Pen and Paper Foundation in partnership with the Prairie Land Public School Division. The school serves the Muslim community of Calgary and beyond. Al-Amal Academy strives to be a leading Muslim educational institute which aims to instill high achievements for all students with exemplary character founded on community.
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Our Beginning
Where faith, knowledge, and community first came together.
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Programs & Activities Completed
Milestones of growth each one a step toward excellence.
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Families in Our Community
A trusted home for families seeking meaningful education.
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Active School Initiatives
Focused efforts driving the leaders of tomorrow.
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Programs & Activities Completed
Milestones of growth each one a step toward excellence.
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Programs & Activities Completed
Milestones of growth each one a step toward excellence.
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Families in Our Community
A trusted home for families seeking meaningful education.
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Families in Our Community
A trusted home for families seeking meaningful education.
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Active School Initiatives
Focused efforts driving the leaders of tomorrow.
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Active School Initiatives
Focused efforts driving the leaders of tomorrow.
Admissions Open
Admissions Open
Virtual Learning
High School Online Academy
Grades 10-12
Alberta Accredited High School Courses with an Islamic Perspective
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Secure Payments
New School
Cash
A simple and secure way to pay your child’s school fees. Please note that Al Amal Academy does not accept cash payments.
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School Updates
2025-26 School Calendar
Dear parents and guardians, stay up to date with important dates and events. The 2024-25 school year calendar is available here.
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What Makes Us A Leader In Education
Our Vision, Mission & Goals
Our Vision, Mission & Goals
Our Vision, Mission & Goals
How We Nurture
Our school follows a holistic and purposeful path to build confident, compassionate, and competent muslims.
Our school follows a holistic and purposeful path to build confident, compassionate, and competent muslims.
The Journey
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Student Onboarding
We begin with personalized assessments and warm orientations to understand every child’s strengths and needs.
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Student Onboarding
We begin with personalized assessments and warm orientations to understand every child’s strengths and needs.
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Student Onboarding
We begin with personalized assessments and warm orientations to understand every child’s strengths and needs.
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Foundation in Faith
Core Islamic studies are integrated early to instill values, adab, and a love for Allah ﷻ and His Messenger ﷺ
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Foundation in Faith
Core Islamic studies are integrated early to instill values, adab, and a love for Allah ﷻ and His Messenger ﷺ
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Foundation in Faith
Core Islamic studies are integrated early to instill values, adab, and a love for Allah ﷻ and His Messenger ﷺ
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Academic Excellence
Rigorous, future-ready curriculum rooted in inquiry-based learning and critical thinking.
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Academic Excellence
Rigorous, future-ready curriculum rooted in inquiry-based learning and critical thinking.
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Academic Excellence
Rigorous, future-ready curriculum rooted in inquiry-based learning and critical thinking.
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Character & Leadership
Ongoing tarbiyah and leadership programs that nurture self-worth, responsibility, and service to others.
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Character & Leadership
Ongoing tarbiyah and leadership programs that nurture self-worth, responsibility, and service to others.
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Character & Leadership
Ongoing tarbiyah and leadership programs that nurture self-worth, responsibility, and service to others.
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Creative & Physical Expression
Arts, athletics, and enrichment activities to help students grow beyond the classroom.
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Creative & Physical Expression
Arts, athletics, and enrichment activities to help students grow beyond the classroom.
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Creative & Physical Expression
Arts, athletics, and enrichment activities to help students grow beyond the classroom.
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Family Engagement
Workshops, parent-teacher meetings, and open channels for collaboration and support.
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Family Engagement
Workshops, parent-teacher meetings, and open channels for collaboration and support.
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Family Engagement
Workshops, parent-teacher meetings, and open channels for collaboration and support.
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Lifelong Guidance
We support each learner’s journey even after they leave our halls as confident Muslims ready to lead with purpose.
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Lifelong Guidance
We support each learner’s journey even after they leave our halls as confident Muslims ready to lead with purpose.
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Lifelong Guidance
We support each learner’s journey even after they leave our halls as confident Muslims ready to lead with purpose.
How We Shape Growth
At Our Core
We guide with care, blending knowledge, faith, and creativity to inspire a love for learning.
We guide with care, blending knowledge, faith, and creativity to inspire a love for learning.
We guide with care, blending knowledge, faith, and creativity to inspire a love for learning.
Every child’s unique spark is nurtured, helping them shine with confidence and joy.
Every child’s unique spark is nurtured, helping them shine with confidence and joy.
Every child’s unique spark is nurtured, helping them shine with confidence and joy.
We partner with families, valuing open communication and shared goals for each learner’s success.
We partner with families, valuing open communication and shared goals for each learner’s success.
We partner with families, valuing open communication and shared goals for each learner’s success.
10:1
Student - Teacher Ratio
>50,000 sq ft
Premises
1st
Full Time Islamic School in NW Calgary
10:1
Student - Teacher Ratio
>50,000 sq ft
Premises
1st
Full Time Islamic School in NW Calgary
10:1
Student - Teacher Ratio
>50,000 sq ft
Premises
1st
Full Time Islamic School in NW Calgary
Educators Who Uplift
Meet the Heart of Al Amal, the
team nurturing every learner with
wisdom, warmth, and unwavering commitment to faith and excellence.
Meet the Heart of Al Amal, the
team nurturing every learner with
wisdom, warmth, and unwavering commitment to faith and excellence.
The Nurturers
We are a devoted team of educators shaping souls and minds through faith, ihsan, and inspired learning.
Mrs. Shilpa Raza
School Secretary
Mrs. Shilpa Raza
School Secretary
Mrs. Tetiana Terziian
School Secretary
Mrs. Tetiana Terziian
School Secretary
Mrs. Kerun Qureshy
School Secretary
Mrs. Kerun Qureshy
School Secretary
Mrs. Shilpa Raza
School Secretary
Mrs. Tetiana Terziian
School Secretary
Mrs. Kerun Qureshy
School Secretary
Mrs. Beshta Makhdoom
Principal
Mrs. Beshta Makhdoom
Principal
Mr. Janhendrik Bosman
Athletic Director
Mr. Janhendrik Bosman
Athletic Director
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Dedicated Staff
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Dedicated Staff
Mrs. Beshta Makhdoom
Principal
Mr. Janhendrik Bosman
Athletic Director
50
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Dedicated Staff
Learning with intention,
living with meaning
A SCHOOL THEY BELIEVE IN • STORIES FROM OUR PARENTS
Hearts & Homes Touched by Al Amal Academy
Hearts & Homes Touched by Al Amal Academy
Mohammed Saim
Proud Parent of 2 of our Students
As a father of two, I couldn’t be more grateful for the way Al Amal Academy balances deen and dunya.
My children are not only excelling academically but are also growing in character and faith. From Quran memorization to science experiments, they’re learning with purpose and more importantly, they’re being grounded in the values that will guide them for life. Al Amal is truly laying the foundation for both their spiritual and worldly success.
Mohammed Saim
Proud Parent of 2 of our Students
As a father of two, I couldn’t be more grateful for the way Al Amal Academy balances deen and dunya.
My children are not only excelling academically but are also growing in character and faith. From Quran memorization to science experiments, they’re learning with purpose and more importantly, they’re being grounded in the values that will guide them for life. Al Amal is truly laying the foundation for both their spiritual and worldly success.
Mohammed Saim
Proud Parent of 2 of our Students
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