A strong academic foundation, grounded in faith
The complete Ontario elementary curriculum — language, math, science, social studies, and more — taught through an Islamic lens. Five years of steady growth where your child becomes a capable learner and a confident young Muslim, with neither held back.
Grades 1–5 at ISOB
Every Ontario learning expectation, rooted in faith and character.
From learning to read, to reading to learn
Your child meets every Ontario learning expectation, without ever leaving their faith behind.
In the elementary years, children move from learning to read to reading to learn. Our Grades 1–5 program follows the full Ontario curriculum — the same expectations as any Ontario school — enriched with proven global best practices and taught through an Islamic lens, with daily Quran, Arabic, and character woven into the rhythm of the day. Inquiry-based learning builds critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, while technology grows from a supportive tool in the primary years into structured coding from Grade 4. As your child grows from Grade 1 to Grade 5, the academics deepen and their connection to their deen grows alongside them.
What your child learns
Every Ontario subject, taught through an Islamic lens
Language
Ontario focus, delivered in full
Your child builds real reading through systematic phonics and word study, then grows into strong comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and media literacy, in line with Ontario's evidence-based 2023 Language curriculum.
The Islamic connection
Reading and writing are practised on the stories of the prophets, Islamic history, and morally grounded texts, so literacy and good character grow together. Speaking and listening are developed with adab.
Mathematics
Ontario focus, delivered in full
Number sense and operations, algebra and patterning (including early coding), data, spatial sense and geometry, and financial literacy, taught to build genuine confidence rather than memorization.
The Islamic connection
Money concepts are framed around honesty, saving, charity (sadaqah), and an age-appropriate understanding of why Muslims avoid interest. Geometry and patterns connect to the beauty of Islamic geometric art.
Science & Technology
Ontario focus, delivered in full
Living things and habitats, matter and energy, structures and mechanisms, earth and space, plus hands-on STEM and coding skills.
The Islamic connection
The natural world is studied as the signs (ayat) of Allah, cultivating wonder (tafakkur). Caring for the earth is taught as a trust (khalifah), connecting naturally to the curriculum's focus on conservation.
Social Studies
Ontario focus, delivered in full
Heritage, identity, community, and the relationship between people and their environment, with topics that grow each grade (see the grade-by-grade section below).
The Islamic connection
Identity and citizenship are taught with a confident Muslim identity and belonging to the wider ummah. Responsible citizenship is framed through justice (adl) and service to others.
Health & Physical Education
Ontario focus, delivered in full
Active living, movement skills, healthy choices, and social-emotional learning.
The Islamic connection
The body is cared for as an amanah (trust); modesty and Islamic values are respected throughout; healthy living connects to clean, wholesome (tayyib) habits.
Parents may request exemption from the human development and sexual health expectations under Ontario policy, and our team is happy to guide you through the process.
The Arts
Ontario focus, delivered in full
Visual arts, music, drama, and dance.
The Islamic connection
Creativity is expressed through Islamic calligraphy, geometric design, and other forms that reflect beauty (ihsan) within an Islamic framework.
French
Grades 4–5Ontario focus, delivered in full
Core French begins in Grade 4, following the Ontario requirement, so students add a second language as they move into the upper elementary years.
Every single day
Daily Islamic foundations, across all five grades
Quran recitation & memorization
Continuing structured Arabic reading from Kindergarten, with steady recitation and hifz.
Arabic language
Building reading, vocabulary, and understanding of the language of the Quran.
Islamic studies
Aqeedah, seerah, fiqh basics, and character (akhlaq), taught age-appropriately.
Daily prayer (salah)
Salah as part of the school routine, with growing independence each year.
خَيْرُكُمْ مَنْ تَعَلَّمَ الْقُرْآنَ وَعَلَّمَهُ
“The best among you are those who learn the Quran and teach it.”
- Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)Grade by grade
How learning steps up, Grade 1 to Grade 5
Each year builds on the last. In the primary years (Grades 1–3) students focus on skill-building and inquiry; in the junior years (Grades 4–5) learning becomes more independent and analytical, with coding and real-world application. A snapshot of where your child lands as the academics deepen and their connection to their deen grows alongside them.
Grade 1
Learning to read, and the world close to home.
Grade 2
Fluency, bigger numbers, and wider communities.
Grade 3
Reading to learn, and the story of early Ontario.
Grade 4
Deeper writing, coding begins, and a second language starts.
Grade 5
Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and how society works.
Technology & innovation
From digital tools to coding and computational thinking
Technology is woven through the elementary years. It begins as a supportive tool for learning and grows into structured coding by Grade 4 — preparing students to understand and create with the technology that shapes their world.
Primary years (Grades 1–3)
Technology is used as a supportive tool to enhance learning and engagement, building digital literacy, research skills, and responsible, confident use.
Coding from Grade 4
Students begin structured coding, developing logical reasoning, computational thinking, and problem-solving through programming.
Future-ready skills
Students learn not just to use technology, but to understand and create with it, building foundations for future STEM pathways.
Confident learners, grounded in faith
By the end of Grade 5, students are confident readers, writers, and problem-solvers, ready for the next stage of their education, and firmly grounded in their faith with years of Quran, Arabic, and Islamic character behind them.
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FAQ
Questions parents often ask
Do you follow the full Ontario curriculum?
Yes. We teach the complete Ontario elementary curriculum in every subject, delivered through an Islamic lens. Your child meets the same learning expectations as any Ontario school.
How much of the day is Quran and Islamic studies?
Every day includes dedicated time for Quran recitation and memorization, Arabic, and Islamic studies, alongside the full Ontario academic program, woven through the day rather than treated as an add-on.
What are the class sizes and student-teacher ratios?
We keep classes small so every child receives individual attention and support. Reach out through our contact section for the current ratio in your child's grade.
When does French start?
Core French begins in Grade 4, following the Ontario requirement.
How do you handle the Health curriculum?
We teach the Ontario Health and Physical Education curriculum within an Islamic framework, with modesty and Islamic values respected throughout. Parents may request exemption from the human development and sexual health expectations, and our team is happy to walk you through the process.
Are children of all backgrounds welcome?
Yes. We welcome families looking for an academically strong, faith-centered education for their children.
What does a typical school day look like?
The day blends the full Ontario academic program with daily Quran, Arabic, Islamic studies, and prayer, along with outdoor and hands-on learning. Contact us for a sample schedule.
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