Where Faith, Language, and Learning Take Root.
QAF is Ottawa’s Islamic Junior and Senior Kindergarten for children ages 4 and 5, blending the Ontario curriculum with Montessori-inspired learning, daily Arabic, and a joyful Islamic environment.
The QAF Difference
Three pillars that make QAF unlike any other kindergarten in Ottawa.
Faith at the Center
Mornings begin with duas, days unfold with adab, and children hear the Quran as naturally as they hear their teacher’s voice. Islam isn’t a subject at QAF; it’s the air we breathe.
Montessori-Inspired Learning
We combine Ontario’s Kindergarten Program with Montessori-inspired materials and practices: purposeful activities, mixed-age work, and respect for each child’s pace.
Arabic as a Living Language
Arabic is spoken daily in our classroom, in songs, stories, play, and transitions. Children absorb the language naturally, whether from Arabic-speaking homes or not.
Our Program at a Glance
Junior & Senior Kindergarten (Ages 4–5)
A full-day kindergarten experience blending Ontario’s curriculum with Montessori-inspired practice, daily Arabic, and Islamic values. Small groups, qualified educators, and a carefully prepared environment designed for your child’s first steps into formal learning.
Explore the JK/SK Program →Why QAF
Small, nurturing classrooms
A low student-to-teacher ratio means your child is seen, known, and supported every day.
Qualified educators
Our team includes RECEs and Arabic specialists, credentialed, caring, and deeply invested.
Arabic-rich, not Arabic-required
Your family does not need to speak Arabic at home. Our environment does the teaching.
Ready for Grade 1 and beyond
Our graduates leave QAF confident, bilingual, and academically prepared for any school.
A Day at QAF
| Time | What’s Happening |
|---|---|
| 8:45 - 9:00 AM | Drop-off, warm greeting in Arabic, settling into the classroom |
| 9:00 - 9:20 AM | Morning circle: duas, calendar, weather, a short surah, and the day’s theme |
| 9:20 - 11:00 AM | Work cycle: Montessori-inspired activities alongside Ontario curriculum learning |
| 11:00 - 11:30 AM | Outdoor play, movement, fresh air, and free play |
| 11:30 - 12:15 PM | Lunch: Bismillah, conversation in Arabic, adab of eating |
| 12:15 - 1:30 PM | Quiet time: rest, stories, individual work for non-nappers |
| 1:30 - 2:15 PM | Arabic lesson or Islamic Studies (alternates) |
| 2:15 - 3:00 PM | Art, music, science exploration, or small-group enrichment |
| 3:00 - 3:15 PM | Pick-up, closing dua, goodbye |
Stay Connected with ClassDojo
At QAF, we believe parents should be part of their child’s learning journey every step of the way. Through ClassDojo, our parent communication platform, you’ll receive:
- Daily photos and videos from the classroom
- Updates on your child’s academic progress and milestones
- Direct messaging with your child’s teacher
- Weekly classroom stories and highlights
- Important announcements and reminders
Every parent gets their own ClassDojo account so you never miss a moment of your child’s growth at QAF.
Life at QAF
A glimpse into our classroom, outdoor play, and hands-on learning.
Parent Voices
After three months at QAF, my daughter started saying her morning duas without any prompting. Her teachers made dhikr feel like play.
Amira, Mother of a JK studentWe don’t speak Arabic at home and I was nervous. By month two, my son was counting to ten in Arabic at bedtime.
Hassan, Father of a JK studentQAF gave our SK graduate the confidence to walk into Grade 1 reading, praying, and proud of who she is.
Fatima, Mother of a QAF alumnaBy the Numbers
Serving Ottawa families since
Student-to-teacher ratio
Languages in daily use
Graduates meet Ontario Grade 1 benchmarks
See QAF for yourself.
The best way to understand what makes QAF different is to walk through the classroom. Tours run weekly during the school year.
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