Ilmuna: The Global Leader in Muslim Education

Building a robust civil institution taking on the world’s greatest

education challenges through a Muslim lens

Our Mission

Transforming education with Islamic values at the core

Ilmuna is an Islamic baccalaureate organisation rooted in the rich heritage of our knowledge — ilmuna — and grounded in the collective wisdom of the ummah. Inspired by the Islamic tradition, it seeks to integrate ethics into modern education.

We aim to develop a comprehensive educational framework that combines traditional Islamic knowledge with contemporary learning methodologies, preparing students to excel in both religious and worldly pursuits.

Founded in Madinah to develop a global educational framework rooted in our Islamic tradition.

Our Vision

Creating a brighter future through Islamic education

We envision a world where every Muslim child has access to quality education that nurtures their faith, intellect, and character – preparing them to be confident, contributing members of society.

Our vision is to establish Ilmuna as the global standard for Islamic education, recognized for its academic excellence, spiritual development, and positive impact on communities worldwide.

Through collaboration, innovation, and dedication, we’re building educational ecosystems that celebrate our Islamic heritage while embracing the future with hope and optimism.

How We Create World-Class Education

At Ilmuna, we don’t just write lessons; we engineer them. Our goal is to create programs that are educational, aligned with our values, and ready for the real world. To do this, every single program goes through a strict 7-Step Journey.

Here is how we turn an idea into a resource for your school:

Finding the Need

It starts with listening. Our Research & Development (R&D) team looks at data and runs focus groups to find out what schools are missing. If we find a gap, we propose a solution.

Leadership Review

Before we start building, our top leadership—the Chief Education Officer and the Supreme Learning Council—reviews the proposal. They decide if it is a priority and how it should be built.

Bringing in Experts

Once we get the green light, we hire the best people for the job. We commission subject-matter experts and specialized organizations to draft the core content.

The Values Check

We make sure everything we teach honors our faith. Our Islamic Advisory Council reviews the material to ensure it aligns perfectly with Islamic principles. If it doesn't meet the standard, they send it back for revision.

The Quality Check

It’s not enough to be correct; it has to be teachable. An Experts Council reviews the lessons to make sure they use the best teaching methods and actually help students learn.

Real-World Testing

We don't guess—we test. We run Pilot Programs in partner schools to see how the material works in a real classroom. We listen to feedback from teachers and students to make it better.

Launch

Only after passing all these steps is a program ready. We publish the final materials and distribute them as standardized resources for schools around the world.

Our Values

Guiding principles that shape everything we do

Ihsan

Excellence in faith and action

Aql

Intellect and reasoning

Fitra

Natural disposition and purity

Ruh

Spirit and consciousness

Our Services

Comprehensive educational solutions for the Muslim community

Educator Development

Training, certifying, and continuously developing educators in the Ilmuna methodology, curriculum delivery, and pedagogical excellence.

Curriculum Design

Developing comprehensive educational frameworks that integrate Islamic values with contemporary knowledge and skills.

Accreditation

Establishing rigorous accreditation standards and certifying institutions that meet excellence criteria.

What We Do at Ilmuna

At Ilmuna, we are dedicated to making education better. We focus our work in two main areas: building a world-class system for running schools, and helping schools improve through expert advice.

Helping Schools grow and Improve

Beyond just giving schools a framework, we roll up our sleeves and help them do the work. Ilmuna offers a full range of consulting services to help schools, foundations, and education groups reach higher standards.

How We Help:

  • Curriculum Design: We help schools organize what they teach so it makes sense.
  • Training: We provide coaching for teachers and training for principals to improve their skills.
  • Advice for Leaders: We help school boards and owners set better policies.
  • Getting Accredited: We prepare schools to meet the strict requirements of official education boards.

Our Approach: We don’t just offer advice and leave. We stick with you through the whole process:

  1. The Check-Up First, we look at the school to see what is working and what isn’t.
  2.  The Plan:We run workshops to build the skills your team is missing.
  3. The Support:We stay involved to help you put the changes into action.
  4. The Review:We keep checking in to make sure the improvements are lasting.

The Ilmuna process – Slide 4 from Ilmuna Town Hall presentation 

Building a Blueprint for Great Schools

Imagine trying to build a complex building without a blueprint. It would be confusing and unstable. Schools work the same way. They need a solid plan to ensure every student learns and every teacher feels supported.

We are developing a unique, global “blueprint”—or framework—for education. This framework gives schools a clear structure for everything they do, from how they teach math to how the principal leads the staff.

Why is this framework special?

  • It’s Research-Based: We don’t guess. We look at what works best in schools all over the world.
  • It’s Adaptable: It provides high standards but allows schools to adjust for their local culture and needs.
  • It’s Complete: It connects lessons, testing, and leadership into one smooth system.

 

What is Inside the Framework?

Our framework is made up of five key parts that work together:

  • A Clear Path for Learning (Curriculum): We map out exactly what students should know and be able to do at every age. This ensures that what a student learns in Grade 3 prepares them perfectly for Grade 4, across all subjects.
  • Fair Ways to Test (Assessment): We provide standards for grading. This helps teachers judge student work fairly and consistently, so everyone understands what “success” looks like.
  • Guides for Great Teaching (Instruction): We give teachers a reference guide on the best ways to design lessons and manage a classroom, based on proven evidence.
  • Rules for Leaders (Leadership & Governance): Great schools need great bosses. We outline clear roles and strategies for school leaders so they can make smart decisions and keep the school running smoothly.
  • Tools to Measure Quality (School Improvement): We provide checklists and tools that act like a “health check” for the school. These help identify what the school is doing well and what needs to be fixed.

 

How We Develop the Framework

Creating this system takes time and care. Here is our process:

  1. Global Research: We study top education systems worldwide to find the best ideas.
  2. Drafting the Rules: We work with experts to write clear standards for learning and teaching.
  3. Testing it Out: We don’t just assume it works. We test the framework in partner schools to see how it functions in real life.
  4. Training the Team: We teach teachers and leaders how to use the framework so they feel confident.
  5. Creating Guidebooks: We publish easy-to-read manuals and digital guides full of examples and steps to follow.

Meet Our Team

Dedicated professionals committed to educational excellence

Board of Trustees

Our visionary leaders guiding Ilmuna's strategic direction

C-Suite

Executive team driving day-to-day operations and growth

Fellows

Distinguished scholars and educators shaping our curriculum

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