Phone:
+252-63 3010715
Physical address:
Opposite Summer time, Jigjiga-Yar Road, Hargeisa, Somalia
FAQ
What is the Quran Requirement in BIA?
BIA has set clear targets on Quran memorization to make the memorization journey easier for both students and parents.
The schedule is as follows:
🔶 KG (4 yrs old) & Yr1 (5–6 yrs old): Al-Qaa'idah Al-Baqdaadiyyah القاعدة البغدادية.
Students often master reading the Arabic Quran fluently in Year 1 and begin Quran memorization.
🔶 Yr2 (6–7 yrs old): 2 Juz by the end of the academic year.
🔶 Yr3 (7–8 yrs old): 3 Juz by the end of the academic year.
🔶 Yr4 (8–9 yrs old): 5 Juz by the end of the academic year.
🔶 Yr5 (9–10 yrs old): 7 Juz by the end of the academic year.
🔶 Yr6 (10–11 yrs old): 15 Juz by the end of the academic year.
🔶 Yr7 (11–12 yrs old): 20 Juz by the end of the academic year.
🔶 Yr8 (12–13 yrs old): 25 Juz by the end of the academic year.
🔶 Yr9 (13–14 yrs old): 30 Juz by the end of the academic year.
Many students finish memorizing the Quran as early as Year 6.
After Year 9, students continue revising the Quran daily with a teacher while focusing more heavily on the iGCSE programme during Years 9, 10, and 11.
Quran, Arabic Language, and Islamic Studies continue throughout the secondary years with strong encouragement for students to complete and strengthen their memorization journey.
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What is the the School Uniform at BIA?
At British Islamic Academy (BIA), our school uniform reflects the values of modesty, discipline, unity, and professionalism. Students are expected to wear the appropriate uniform for their year group during school hours and official school activities.
Primary Section (KG to Year 5)
British Islamic Academy follows the standard Somaliland primary school uniform system, with distinctive colours assigned to different year groups.
🔶 KG Uniform
Boys: White short-sleeved shirt, green trousers, black shoes, and a school bag.
Girls: White top, green pleated skirt, green hijab, black shoes, and a school bag.
🔶 Year 1 – Year 4 Uniform
Boys: White shirt, beige trousers, black shoes, and a school bag.
Girls: Beige hijab, white top, beige pleated skirt, black shoes, and a school bag.
🔶 Year 5 Uniform
Boys: White shirt, red trousers, black shoes, and a school bag.
Girls: Red hijab, white top, red pleated skirt, black shoes, and a school bag.
Secondary Section (Year 6 and Above)
🔶 Boys
White qamiis (thobe) with a shimaaq, black shoes, and a school bag.
🔶 Girls
Black abaya with a black hijab, black shoes, and a school bag.
All students are expected to maintain a clean, neat, and respectful appearance. The uniform promotes equality, school identity, and pride while supporting the Islamic values and academic excellence that are central to British Islamic Academy.
How many IGCSE Subjects are offered at BIA?
British Islamic Academy (BIA) offers a carefully selected range of academic subjects designed to prepare students for success in the IGCSE programme while also supporting strong Islamic identity and character development.
Students study seven core subjects that are examined at IGCSE level. Alongside these academic subjects, students also continue learning Quran, Arabic Language, and Islamic Studies throughout their educational journey at BIA.
🔶 IGCSE Subjects Offered at BIA
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Mathematics
- Business Studies
- English Language B
- ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
This balanced curriculum allows students to build strong foundations in science, mathematics, language, technology, and business while maintaining connection with Islamic knowledge and values.
At BIA, our goal is to prepare students academically, spiritually, and personally for higher education and future opportunities in an increasingly modern world.
How do we communicate with parents, staff, and students?
At British Islamic Academy (BIA), we believe that strong communication between the school, parents, staff, and students plays an essential role in supporting student success and development.
To ensure clear and effective communication, BIA uses modern digital platforms that help parents stay informed and actively involved in their child’s educational journey.
🔶 ClassDojo Communication System
We use ClassDojo as our primary school communication platform. Through ClassDojo, parents and students can:
- Receive homework and assignment updates.
- View exam results and academic progress.
- Monitor attendance records.
- Track behaviour points and classroom performance.
- Receive important school announcements and reminders.
This system helps maintain transparency and encourages continuous collaboration between teachers and families.
🔶 WhatsApp Communication
BIA also uses WhatsApp to facilitate quick and effective communication between school staff and parents. This allows the school community to remain connected regarding important updates, student matters, school events, and announcements.
Through these communication systems, British Islamic Academy aims to create a supportive, organised, and well-connected learning environment for all students and families.
