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Providing high quality learning and education in an Islamic environment based on Quran and Sunnah
Our missionProviding high quality learning and education in an Islamic environment based on the Quran and Sunnah |
Our visionAll Iqra students will be active learners, contributors and participants in the Muslim community, New Zealand and the world |
Assalamu Alaikum Everyone,
I hope this message finds you well today.
Reflecting on the past two years as Principal of Iqra School, I am filled with immense gratitude for how warm, welcoming, and dedicated this community continues to be. Since joining in Term Three two years ago, following a wonderful transition alongside Dr. Stephen Kendall-Jones, it has been an absolute privilege to lead and grow alongside our incredible students, hard-working teachers, specialized staff, and supportive Board of Trustees.
Drawing on my two decades of experience in educational leadership—including my time at ACG Sunderland School and St. Cuthbert’s College—my passion for primary education, commitment to inclusivity, and dedication to raising student progress remain at the heart of everything I do. Over these past two years, it has been immensely rewarding to see our shared values in action and to watch our students thrive within the unique special character that makes Iqra School so extraordinary.
Thank you to all our parents, caregivers, and community members for your ongoing support, engagement, and collaboration. Together, we continue to cultivate a nurturing, respectful, and enriching environment where every student can succeed.
As always, my door is open—please feel free to pop in and say hello when you are next at the school!
Kind regards,
Leanne Chartrand
Principal, Iqra School
Assalamu Alaikum and Kia Ora Koutou, IQRA School formerly known as IQRA Elementary is a state-integrated area school catering to students from year 1 to year 8. IQRA was established in 2016 by our proprietors Algoritmi Educational Trust.
We are focused on providing quality education by developing our own IQRA special character curriculum. The IQRA special character curriculum is made up of Islamic Studies, Quran and Arabic Language intertwined through the New Zealand Curriculum and the learning context. We also have formal Quran and Arabic language lessons.
We look forward to working with all of you on the journey to making our school a leading Islamic School in New Zealand that ensures our students stay connected with our faith, languages, cultures and strong heritage.
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Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We warmly invite you to attend a Parent Information Session regarding our new Year 9 class starting in 2027. This evening is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the structure of the upcoming school year, our academic goals, and how we will support your child's transition and success. All parents are invited to this session.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, 1 December
Time: 3:45-4:30pm
Location: Room 14
Presenters: Principal, Senior Leadership Team, and Year 9 Teachers
What to Expect:
Meet the Team: Introduce yourselves to the Year 9 teachers, our Principal, and members of the Senior Leadership Team who will be guiding your child.
Specialisations: Gain insight into the specialized subjects, unique learning pathways, and opportunities available in Year 9.
Assessment Framework: Learn how student progress will be monitored, evaluated, and reported throughout the year.
Q&A: Ask questions to find out how home and school can work together for a smooth start to 2027.
All parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend to discover what makes our Year 9 program special. We look forward to seeing you there and starting this exciting journey together.
Warm regards,
Leanne Chartrand
Principal, Iqra School
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We warmly invite you to attend a Parent Information Session focused on neurodiversity and student learning support at Iqra School.
Whether your child has a formal diagnosis, you have questions about how they learn, or you simply want to gain a deeper understanding of how we cater to diverse learning needs in our school community, this session is designed for you.
Session Details
Date: Monday 30 November
Time: 3:45 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: Room 7 (The Library)
Presenter: Miss Zainab Farooqi (Special Education Needs Coordinator / SENCo)
What We Will Cover
Understanding Neurodiversity: An overview of different types of neurodiversity (such as Autism Spectrum, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, and more) and what these look like in a school setting.
Learning Support at Iqra School: How our SENCo team identifies needs, builds individual plans, and adapts classroom environments to ensure every student thrives.
Navigating Ministry of Education Support: How school-based support connects with external Ministry of Education services, funding pathways, and specialist resources.
Partnering at Home: Practical strategies, tools, and ideas for how you can support your child's unique learning style and emotional well-being at home.
There will also be time at the end of the presentation for open Q&A and informal discussions.
We look forward to partnering with you to support our learners in reaching their full potential.
Warm regards,
Leanne Chartrand
Principal
Iqra School
Assalamu Alaikum
Dear Parents,
Please be advised that we have sent home a letter with your child regarding the 2027 Attendance Dues Information.
The letter includes all the relevant payment details, including:
Kindly check your child's school bag and ensure you receive this information.
JazakAllahu Khairan for your cooperation.
Iqra School
11.11.26
RE. Lockdown Incident today
Dear Parents,
This afternoon, we were made aware of an incident close to the school involving an irate and aggressive adult. We instituted the first steps of our emergency plan, keeping our children indoors and going into lockdown, and contacting the Police. The Police informed us that a person had been apprehended quickly and we were no longer needing to be in lockdown. The whole situation was over within thirty minutes.
I wanted to let you know that your children were the staff’s first priority. The staff and students all did extremely well and responded to instructions quickly. I would like to reassure you that the school followed rigorous procedures to keep your children safe.
I would like to personally thank you for your support and trust during this time.
Leanne Chartrand
Principal
IQRA School has gone into lockdown. All updated information will be on the school website. www.iqra.school.nz.
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