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Our missionProviding high quality learning and education in an Islamic environment based on the Quran and Sunnah |
Our visionAll Iqra students will be active learners, contributors and participants in the Muslim community, New Zealand and the world |
Assalamu Alaikum Everyone,
I hope this message finds you well today.
Reflecting on the past two years as Principal of Iqra School, I am filled with immense gratitude for how warm, welcoming, and dedicated this community continues to be. Since joining in Term Three two years ago, following a wonderful transition alongside Dr. Stephen Kendall-Jones, it has been an absolute privilege to lead and grow alongside our incredible students, hard-working teachers, specialized staff, and supportive Board of Trustees.
Drawing on my two decades of experience in educational leadership—including my time at ACG Sunderland School and St. Cuthbert’s College—my passion for primary education, commitment to inclusivity, and dedication to raising student progress remain at the heart of everything I do. Over these past two years, it has been immensely rewarding to see our shared values in action and to watch our students thrive within the unique special character that makes Iqra School so extraordinary.
Thank you to all our parents, caregivers, and community members for your ongoing support, engagement, and collaboration. Together, we continue to cultivate a nurturing, respectful, and enriching environment where every student can succeed.
As always, my door is open—please feel free to pop in and say hello when you are next at the school!
Kind regards,
Leanne Chartrand
Principal, Iqra School
Assalamu Alaikum and Kia Ora Koutou, IQRA School formerly known as IQRA Elementary is a state-integrated area school catering to students from year 1 to year 8. IQRA was established in 2016 by our proprietors Algoritmi Educational Trust.
We are focused on providing quality education by developing our own IQRA special character curriculum. The IQRA special character curriculum is made up of Islamic Studies, Quran and Arabic Language intertwined through the New Zealand Curriculum and the learning context. We also have formal Quran and Arabic language lessons.
We look forward to working with all of you on the journey to making our school a leading Islamic School in New Zealand that ensures our students stay connected with our faith, languages, cultures and strong heritage.
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12.10.26
RE. Year One Room One, Student Teacher
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
I am writing to inform you that Year One Room One will have the opportunity to work with a student teacher in training named Ms Swantantra Kushwaha, beginning October 19, 2026.
Ms Swantantra comes to us with culturally responsive practices in teaching and learning. Her strengths lie in lesson planning, learner engagement, effective assessments, relationship building with students, digital learning and inclusive support. She is committed to creating safe, respectful and engaging learning environments where tamariki can build confidence, curiosity and a sense of belonging.
Ms Swantantra will be working alongside our senior teacher, Mrs Neetika Sharma, to support our learners in Year One Room One, in all areas of the curriculum. Ms Swantantra will be at Iqra School in various capacities and year levels until Term Three, 2027.
We look forward to exciting and productive terms ahead and welcoming Ms Swantantra Kushwaha into the Iqra School community beginning October 19, 2026.
Kind regards,
Leanne Chartrand
Principal
Iqra School
RE. Shake Out Earthquake drill, New Zealand
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We are writing to inform you about our school’s participation in the ShakeOut NZ earthquake drill, which will take place on Wednesday, 21 October at 1:30pm.
What is ShakeOut?
ShakeOut is a nationwide earthquake drill held annually across New Zealand. It is designed to help individuals, schools, businesses, and communities practise how to stay safe during an earthquake. The drill focuses on the key actions: Drop, Cover, and Hold – the recommended response during earthquake shaking.
Why is it important?
New Zealand is a country with significant seismic activity, and it is vital that our students and staff are prepared in the event of a real earthquake. ShakeOut provides a valuable opportunity for our school to:
Practise our emergency response procedures
Reinforce earthquake safety awareness
Help students feel more confident and prepared
Support our wider community’s resilience efforts
What will happen during the drill?
At the designated time, we will sound a signal across the school. All students and staff will immediately practise the Drop, Cover, and Hold action. The drill will only take a few minutes and will be conducted in a calm and controlled manner.
We encourage families to talk with your children about earthquake preparedness at home and, if you wish, take part in the ShakeOut drill yourselves at 1:30 pm on 21 October.
Thank you for supporting our efforts to keep our school community safe and prepared. If you require further information please contact your child’s teacher or go to https://getready.govt.nz/prepared/school.
Kind regards,
Leanne Chartrand
Principal, Iqra School
RE. Year 3, Room 8, New teacher aide in training
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
I am pleased to inform you that students in Year 3, Room 3 will have the opportunity to work with Ms. Saleha Khan, a teacher aide in training, starting in Term Four.
Ms. Saleha brings a commitment to strong instructional skills and a deep commitment to nurturing young learners of Iqra School. She will be working under the guidance of our senior teacher and manager, Mrs Zainab Farooqi, and the classroom teacher, Mrs Mahek Wadhwa, to provide focused support in literacy and numeracy.
We look forward to welcoming Ms. Saleha to our team and anticipate an exciting and productive term ahead.
Kind regards,
Leanne Chartrand
Principal
Iqra School
Dear Iqra School Parents and Guardians,
Assalamu Alaikum,
We are pleased to announce that our updated Term 4 Sports & Extracurricular Booklet is now available!
Please take some time to review the booklet with your child to explore the various sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities being offered this upcoming term.
Please sign to the Craftivity Club through the link provided on the Craftivity Club Page in the sports and extracurricular booklet.
Thank you for your continued support in keeping our students active and engaged!
Warm regards,
Iqra School
Salam and Kia ora Parents and Whānau,
We are currently looking for someone who may be able to help coach our students in football during Term 4, until the second week of November.
The sessions would be held on Fridays 3.45 p.m - 4.45 p.m. We are looking for someone with football experience who would enjoy working with our students.
If you, or someone you know, may be interested in helping, please contact the school office or get in touch with us.
Thank you for your support in helping us find someone suitable.
Kind regards,
Sports Coordinator
Fatima Sabe
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