Welcome to Ottawa Islamic School





Back to School Tuesday September 6, 2011
To all our new and returning families: Welcome to Ottawa Islamic School and the 2011-2012 school year.
After what we hope was a safe and relaxing summer break, we, at Ottawa Islamic School , look forward to
working with all of you to make this year successful and productive. One of the great aspects of a new
school year is that it gives everyone the chance to have a fresh start. Preparation for school can be as
simple as talking to your children about their academic and work habit goals for this year insha-allah.

Whether your child wishes to improve their academic performance, Ottawa Islamic School is a school full of
opportunities and challenges. You have joined an exceptionally strong community that has much to offer.
OIS newsletter is full of information to make the return to school as smooth as possible. Please take
the time to read it carefully as it has all the information you need for the first few weeks of school.
we know we speak for the entire staff when we say we look forward to working with you to make this year
at Ottawa Islamic School the most positive experience possible for you and your child.


Continous improvement
Year after year, the school improves performance levels of its students' achievement in both of the areas that
constitute the backbone of its mission: exceptional standards to meet requirements of the Ontario curriculum
and students' familiarly with their Islamic religion, as well as practicing it as a way of life..


High Education Standards
Providing Islamic education and Ontario Curriculum education to the highest standard.

A Caring Environment
Providing a caring environment which, through focused individual attention, promotes disciplined and respectful behavior.

Pursuit of Excellence
Encouraging the pursuit of excellence and rewarding outstanding effort.

Tailored Education
Allowing students to advance according to the individual capabilities bestowed upon them by Allah (swt)

Full Potential Development
Providing the means for all students to realize their full potential.
To attain these objectives, the school follows the guidelines for the expectations and requirements of the
Ontario Ministry of Education. In addition to these the school also offers them the Arabic language and Islamic Studies.
With this philosophy of academic excellence coupled with religious studies the school hopes to culture, motivate
and inspire the students towards becoming productive, educated and caring citizens.