The Paradise Academy

The Paradise Academy is pleased to share our **full Academic Calendar for 2026/27** with all parents and families.

The calendar provides important dates for the year, including term dates, Academy holidays, assessments and examinations, allowing parents to plan ahead for the full academic year.

We kindly ask all parents to save a copy of the calendar and keep it for reference throughout the year. We also strongly encourage families to plan holidays and trips around the Academy calendar and avoid taking children away during term time wherever possible.

Regular and punctual attendance plays an important part in a child's Islamic education and helps ensure that they do not miss valuable lessons or fall behind in their learning.

We sincerely appreciate the continued support, cooperation and commitment of all our parents and look forward to a productive and successful academic year, Insha’Allah.

See attached poster for further details.

The Paradise Academy
Good Conduct · Excellent Character · Caring for Others

Alhamdulillah, by the grace of the Almighty, one of our students has completed his memorisation of the Holy Qur’an.

Masjid-E-Umar and The Paradise Academy are delighted to announce the **Hifdh Completion of Hafiz Ishaq Rashid, son of Assam Rashid**.

Completing the memorisation of the Holy Qur’an is a truly special achievement and the result of many years of dedication, sacrifice and perseverance. It is also a moment of great happiness for his parents, family and teachers who have supported and encouraged him throughout this blessed journey.

To mark this wonderful occasion, we will be holding a special **Hifdh Completion Ceremony**, and we warmly invite brothers from our community to join us in celebrating this important milestone.

### Guest Speaker

**Mufti Asad Waqas**
*(Imam of AbuBakar Masjid Burnley)*

📅 **Saturday 19th September 2026**
🕕 **After Asar Salah – 6:00pm**
📍 **Masjid-E-Umar**
184 Durham Road, Bradford, BD8 9HU

🍽️ **Food will be served after the programme.**
👥 **Brothers Only Programme**

We pray that Allah Almighty accepts the efforts of **Hafiz Ishaq Rashid**, keeps the Holy Qur’an firmly established within his heart and enables him to recite it, understand it, live by its teachings and continue serving the Qur’an throughout his life.

May Allah Almighty also reward his **parents, family, teachers and everyone who has supported him** throughout his Hifdh journey, and may this achievement be a source of immense blessing and happiness for them in this world and the Hereafter.

We also pray that Allah Almighty inspires many more of our young people to develop a love and connection with the Holy Qur’an and blesses our students to become people of the Qur’an.

**We encourage brothers to attend, share in this joyous occasion and make dua for our young Hafiz.**

May Allah Almighty make the Holy Qur’an the light of our hearts and a means of guidance and salvation for us all. Ameen. Please see attached poster for futher details.

The Paradise Academy is delighted to invite parents to our **Jalsa Presentation Day Ceremony**, taking place on **Friday 31st July**.

This special event marks the conclusion of another successful academic year and provides an opportunity to celebrate the dedication, hard work and achievements of our students. Throughout the evening, students will be recognised for their efforts and presented with awards in the presence of their families.

### Boys' Presentation Ceremony

**For Fathers and Male Family Members**

**Session 1:** 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
**Session 2:** 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

**Venue:**
**Masjid-e-Umar**
184 Durham Road
Bradford BD8 9HU

### Girls' Presentation Ceremony

**For Mothers and Female Family Members**

**Combined Session:** 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

**Venue:**
**Masjid-e-Umar – Women's Centre**
150 Kensington Street
Bradford BD8 9LP

We warmly encourage all parents and families to attend and share in this memorable occasion as we celebrate our students' achievements and bring another academic year to a close.

We look forward to welcoming you to this special evening. See attached poster for further details.

On Saturday, students from The Paradise Academy enjoyed a memorable educational visit to Filey Beach in partnership with the Marine Conservation Society.

The visit was designed to give students a hands-on opportunity to explore the natural coastal environment and learn about the importance of protecting our beaches and marine ecosystems. Throughout the day, students participated in a range of engaging activities, including a seashore treasure hunt, exploring coastal habitats, identifying shells, seaweed and marine life, and discovering how wildlife thrives along the shoreline. The trip encouraged curiosity, teamwork and a greater appreciation for Allah's beautiful creation and the importance of caring for the environment.

We were delighted to receive very positive feedback from **Lorna** at the Marine Conservation Society, who commented on the students' enthusiasm, curiosity and excellent participation throughout the day. She particularly praised one student for his thoughtful questions and eagerness to learn.

It was also heartening to hear that the owners of a local gift shop, who have links to the Girlington community, complimented our students on their excellent manners and respectful behaviour, remarking that they wished all of their customers were as polite. Such feedback reflects the values and character that we strive to instil in all of our students, both inside and outside the classroom.

As a special surprise, the Marine Conservation Society presented each student with an educational goodie bag containing binoculars, a reusable water bottle, a wildlife identification guide, a sketch pad, colouring pencils and other resources to encourage further outdoor exploration and learning. These packs are only presented to a small number of groups each year, and we are incredibly grateful that Paradise Academy was selected.

We extend our sincere thanks to the **Marine Conservation Society**, especially **Lorna**, for delivering such an engaging and educational experience. We would also like to thank our dedicated staff and volunteers for their support throughout the day, helping to make the trip safe, enjoyable and memorable for everyone involved.

We hope you enjoy the photographs from the day, which capture some of the wonderful experiences and learning that took place.

The Paradise Academy – Madrassah Admissions Day 2026

**The Paradise Academy** is pleased to announce that admissions are now open for the upcoming academic year.

We warmly invite parents and guardians to attend our **Admission Day** and learn more about our madrassah, curriculum, and educational ethos.

## Admission Day

**Date:** Monday 20th July 2026
**Time:** 5:00pm – 6:00pm
**Venue:** Masjid-e-Umar, 184 Durham Road, Bradford, BD8 9HU

At Paradise Academy, our aim is to nurture young Muslims through a balanced Islamic education that develops both knowledge and character. Our core values are:

* Good Conduct
* Excellent Character
* Caring for Others

We provide children with:

* Qur'an & Islamic Studies
* A Strong Islamic Foundation
* Good Character & Islamic Manners
* Preparation for Life as Confident Young Muslims

Admission Day is an opportunity to meet our staff, learn about our programmes, ask questions, and register your child for the new academic year.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to The Paradise Academy. See attached poster for further details.

**For further information:**

☎ 01274 544358
📱 07813 084334
🌐 [www.masjid-e-umar.com](http://www.masjid-e-umar.com)

Does your child know why they're Muslim?

That it is the truth about why we exist and our purpose?

Not because you told them. Not because it's tradition. But because they've thought it through and truly believe.

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Across 18 sessions in England, Scotland and Wales, we've seen families leave with something rare: a shared conviction in Allah and His guidance - built together, not handed down.

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Please see attached poster for more details.

We will be holding a youth programme for the teenage boys in the Masjid. The boys will have a series of discussions on contemporary issues followed by some activities and food.

To register your child please scan QR Code on the attached poster.

We will be holding a youth programme for the teenage girls in the Masjid. The girls will have a series of discussions on contemporary issues followed by some activities and food.

To register your child please scan QR Code on the attached poster.

As the winter fast approaches what better way than to spend it in the Masjid. We are encouraging fathers to bring their sons in the early morning Fajr prayer at 7a.m. to occupy the House of Allah. Prizes will be rewarded to the ones who complete the challenge and to all the participants.

Click to attachement to register by scanning the QR Code.

THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE PARADISE ACADEMY
ISSUE 6 TERM 3 07/2023

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The official newsletter of the Paradise Academy.

Read all about what's in store this Summer of 2023 and Upcoming Events.

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Madrassah Admissions registrations from 24th July 2023. Click paperclip below for full details.