Academics

Core curriculum aligned with New York State standards, from kindergarten through the Regents pathway — with Quran, Islamic Studies, and Arabic integrated into every grade, every day.

Four divisions, one journey

KINDERGARTEN

A joyful, secure start

Early literacy and numeracy, Quran by heart and ear, and the habits of a kind classroom. A warm foundation where every child is seen.

GRADES 1–4

Strong readers, strong habits

Explicit instruction in ELA, math, science, and social studies while Quran, Arabic, and adab become daily rhythm. The years that wire how students learn.

GRADES 5–8

Depth, projects, leadership

Departmentalized academics with pre-Regents preparation, makerspace and STEM projects, and growing responsibility — students are expected and supported to lead.

GRADE 9

NEW 2026–27

High school, begun right

Regents-pathway coursework in a faith-centered environment — a confident bridge to high school and beyond.

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The Islamic program — every grade, every day

Quran

Daily recitation, tajwid, and memorization with goals by grade level.

Islamic Studies

Aqeedah, seerah, and fiqh themes taught age-appropriately, connected to daily character.

Arabic

Reading, writing, and composition — building real language skill year over year.

Students at Al-Manar Academy International Day culture fair

Optional TerraNova standardized testing

Families may opt in to TerraNova standardized testing ($50) to benchmark progress against national norms. Results are shared and explained at conferences.