بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ

At Qalam, we are committed to nurturing the next generation in both character and spirituality, in alignment with the broader mission of making Islamic knowledge accessible and impactful.

Our Part-Time and Full-Time Hifdh Programs are designed to provide students with a structured, supportive environment to memorize the Qur’an while fostering their personal growth.

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We are accepting applications for Part-Time Hifdh!

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Qalam Hifdh Program consists of a part-time and full-time track for boys and girls who aspire to memorize the Qur’an while supporting their personal development.

Although there is technically no lower age limit, students typically start hifdh around 7 years of age. This program is for students under the age of 16.

Core Values

Our core values at the Qalam Hifdh program aligns with our mission at Qalam

We have adopted a three-pronged approach to our mission.

• Ta'leem: Learning of sacred knowledge

• Tarbiya: Personal growth and development

• Suhbah: Mentorship and companionship

PART-TIME HIFDH PROGRAM

Qalam's Part-Time Hifdh Program is designed for students who are ready to take the next step in their Qur’an journey, moving from reading fluently to memorizing and retaining the words of Allah with excellence.

In a focused, small-class environment, students engage in:

• Daily sabaq (new memorization)

• Murājaʿah (review),

• Manzil (long-term retention),

• All while receiving targeted tajweed correction and guidance

Alongside memorization, students learn effective strategies for time management, discipline, and consistent progress, all within a spiritually enriching atmosphere that nurtures character and love for the Qur’an.

This program is ideal for students ages 7+ who already have fluent Qur’an reading skills and are ready for a structured, supportive path to Hifdh.

Program Details:

• Days: Monday–Thursday

• Time :

  • 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

    • (1.5 hours/day, 6 hours/week)

• Starting Date: October 6th

Program Focus:

• Daily memorization (sabaq), review (murājaʿah), and retention (manzil)

• Tajweed mastery and correction

• Memorization strategies, time management, and discipline

Program Goal:

• To begin structured Qur’an memorization with strong support in tajweed, retention, and character building in a spiritually enriching environment.

Who is Part-Time Hifdh for?

• Students who have already developed fluent Qur’an reading skills and are ready to begin memorizing and retaining Qur’an consistently.

Tuition:

• $2,000/year

• Payment Plan: 5 monthly payments of $400

Admission to the Part-Time Hifdh program is application-based to ensure students are ready to benefit fully. While the process is simple, applicants must demonstrate fluent Qur’an reading to join.

HEAD TEACHER:

SCHOLARLY OVERSIGHT:

This program will be overseen by our esteemed scholars:

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Who is the Hifdh teacher?

• Our head teacher is Hafidh Ifdal Yusuf. He completed his Hifdh under Shaykh Abdelkarim Edghouch, received Ijazah in various Qira’at from Shaykh Tarek Anwar at Al-Azhar through Mishkah University, and continues studying Qur’an under Shaykh Sa’ad Hassanein. He is also continuing his studies through Qalam’s Foundational Islamic Studies program and has over a decade of experience teaching Qur’an to children and adults. We will have additional teachers for our Part-Time Hifdh Program.

• What will the learning environment be like at Qalam?

• At Qalam, we uphold our core values by fostering a respectful and nurturing environment. Students are treated with kindness, given necessary breaks to refresh, and provided with engaging activities. At the same time, we maintain high expectations, encouraging discipline, commitment, and excellence in their learning.

• How long will it take my child to complete Hifdh?

• The duration of Hifdh varies for each child. Students generally take 2-3 years to complete their initial memorization of the Quran. We highly recommend students continue an additional year after their initial memorization to solidify their revision.

• At Qalam, we emphasize that Hifdh is a journey—one that prioritizes quality over quantity. Our focus is on building a meaningful connection with the Qur’an, trusting the process, and ensuring students retain what they memorize. 

• What if my child doesn’t qualify for Part-Time Hifdh right now?

• We encourage students to strengthen their Qur’an reading and memorization skills through Qalam’s After-School Maktab Program. Our admissions assessment will include personalized recommendations for next steps.

• Are scholarships available?

• Yes. For inquiries about scholarships, please email hifdh@qalaminstitute.org.

• What is the tuition for Part-Time Hifdh?

• Is there a separate program for boys and girls?

• No, boys and girls will be in the same class while adhering to Islamic guidelines.

• What is generally a good age to put my kid in Hifdh? 

• Most students begin Hifdh around ages 7-8 years of age, but this depends on their reading fluency, memorization ability, focus, motivation and maturity level. We accept beginning students up to the age of 16.

• What level of Qur’an proficiency is required before entering Hifdh?

• Students must be very fluent in Qur’an reading with proper Tajweed and demonstrate the ability to memorize and retain their memorization.

• What qualities will help my child become successful in this Hifdh Program?

• Successful Hifdh students demonstrate discipline, committing to daily memorization and review with consistency. They are teachable, showing a willingness to learn and accept guidance. Humility is key, as they respect the Qur’an and the learning process. Additionally, they must have focus, the ability to concentrate for extended periods, and drive, maintaining internal motivation and perseverance throughout their journey.

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Questions?
Email us at hifdh@qalaminstitute.org