Education
Teachers, classrooms, curriculum, and student bursaries, structured pathways that keep knowledge flowing from one generation to the next.
20 years of education, scholarship, and service, shaping generations in the heart of Oldham.
Taqwa Institute is a registered charity and grassroots centre in Oldham, dedicated to advancing education, scholarship, and the development of principled young leaders. With over 20 years of service, the Institute has established a strong presence across the borough, with more than 200 families accessing its programmes and services on a weekly basis.
20+
Years of Service
200+
Families Weekly
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Core Services
Teachers, classrooms, curriculum, and student bursaries, structured pathways that keep knowledge flowing from one generation to the next.
Rigorous Islamic scholarship programmes that develop the leaders, guides, and voices our community will rely on for generations to come.
Mentoring programmes, leadership training, and purposeful halal spaces where young people can discover who they are and who they're meant to be.
Counselling, loneliness support, and family services that address the quiet, unseen struggles carried by so many in our Ummah.
Street-level support for the homeless, destitute, and marginalised, making sure no one in our city is forgotten or left behind.
Alongside its faith based educational provision the Institute is committed to nurturing confident and responsible youth through leadership pathways that emphasise service, discipline, and purpose. This is delivered through a wide range of initiatives including sports, scouting, enterprise, mentorship, and personal development programmes, equipping young people with the skills and mindset to positively contribute to British society.
As a community hub, Taqwa Institute plays an active role in addressing local needs through education, outreach and social action. Its work includes early years nursery, faith-based supplementary school, tuition centre, community cafe, wellbeing and mentoring support, and collaborative partnerships that strengthen community cohesion and inclusion across diverse communities.
At Taqwa, we deliver an integrated model of education, enterprise, and youth and community development-grounded in knowledge, driven by purpose, and committed to the common good. Through this model, we nurture individuals to love what they learn, live it, apply it in service to society, and lead with it, enabling every person we reach to create a lasting, positive impact in the wider world.
Families across Greater Manchester and beyond trust Taqwa Institute.Every pin represents a household that placed their faith in our organisation.
Unique locations
across the UK
Postcode Districts
spanning Greater Manchester & beyond
District breakdown
Based on registered users' postcodes. Taqwa Institute is proudly rooted in Oldham, serving children, young people and families across Greater Manchester.
Taqwa Institute is at the heart of the local community, offering vital services that uplift and empower. From counselling and faith-based workshops to career support, our programmes provide safety and growth for all.
VIEW ALL ACTIVITIESOur comprehensive Islamic education programmes nurture young minds with authentic knowledge and strong character. From Hifdh and Quran classes to Arabic courses and the Two Year Diploma, we provide structured learning for all ages.
EXPLORE PROGRAMMESEngaging the next generation through Youthface programmes, Little Legends football, Horse Riding, Archery, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Swimming. We develop the whole person — mind, body, and soul.
DISCOVER YOUTH PROGRAMMESTaqwa Institute is at the heart of the local community, offering vital services that uplift and empower. From counselling and faith-based workshops to career support, our programmes provide safety and growth for all.
VIEW ALL ACTIVITIESOur comprehensive Islamic education programmes nurture young minds with authentic knowledge and strong character. From Hifdh and Quran classes to Arabic courses and the Two Year Diploma, we provide structured learning for all ages.
EXPLORE PROGRAMMESEngaging the next generation through Youthface programmes, Little Legends football, Horse Riding, Archery, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Swimming. We develop the whole person — mind, body, and soul.
DISCOVER YOUTH PROGRAMMESDiscover our comprehensive range of programmes designed to nurture your spiritual growth, education, wellbeing, and community engagement.
A holistic education that nurtures children spiritually, academically, socially, and morally. Through engaging lessons and authentic Islamic teachings, we aim to develop confident, peaceful British Muslims who embody good character, positively contribute to society, and serve as ambassadors of their faith and communities.
Engaging youth development programmes combining values with personal growth and leadership skills. A clear three-stage journey designed to take a young person from showing up to running their own community projects.
A spiritual and social programmes for adults that nurtures faith, character, and purpose by combining Islamic learning, mentorship, community engagement, and personal development, equipping them with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to become active contributors, community leaders, and future scholars.
A faith-led scouting programme that combines outdoor adventure, teamwork, leadership, and character development, actively engaging and supporting young people in their personal growth. Through fun, challenging, and values-based experiences, we empower young people to become confident, responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to their communities and wider society.
A pioneering Muslim community hub with prayer spaces, creative studios, coworking areas, and event spaces where faith meets innovation.
Building community through socialising events, coffeehouse gatherings, and meaningful conversations that bring people together. A place to study, work and meet with intention.
One-to-one coaching, mentoring, and reflective conversations to support personal growth and positive change. Participants are empowered to overcome challenges, set meaningful goals, and unlock their potential guided by Islamic values and faith.
A homeopathy clinic with a range of holistic treatments including traditional herbal medicine, certified leech and cupping therapy, postpartum care all in one calm considered space.
Your trusted travel partner arranging spiritual journeys, Umrah trips, and Islamic tours with care and excellence.
Football and team-based sports programmes for children and young people, building confidence, discipline, teamwork, resilience, and healthy habits through structured coaching and positive play.
Horse Riding, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Archery, and Swimming programmes for adults, children and young people.
Arts programmes spanning literary, visual, performing, media, and heritage arts, helping people create, communicate, preserve culture, and share meaningful stories.
Our admissions team is here to help you find the perfect path for your educational journey.
We develop leaders by nurturing the Heart (Character), Mind (Knowledge), Body (Wellbeing), and Soul (Purpose) - because lasting transformation requires whole-person growth across every Taqwa service.
Heart
(Character)
Mind
(Knowledge)
Body
(Wellbeing)
Soul
(Purpose)
| Taqwa Services | Heart (Character) | Mind (Knowledge) | Body (Wellbeing) | Soul (Purpose) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Learning | Curiosity, respect, positive attitudes to learning | Knowledge, critical thinking, skills development | Discipline, consistency, study habits | Personal growth, lifelong learning, aspiration |
| Leadership & Employability | Integrity, responsibility, service | Leadership, communication, decision-making | Confidence, resilience, professionalism | Vision, ambition, positive contribution |
| Health & Wellbeing | Self-awareness, empathy, emotional regulation | Emotional intelligence, coping strategies | Physical health, mental wellbeing, healthy lifestyles | Hope, meaning, personal fulfilment |
| Community & Social Action | Compassion, kindness, belonging | Understanding social challenges and civic responsibility | Commitment, teamwork, responsibility | Contribution, citizenship, social impact |
| Sports, Arts & Personal Development | Respect, teamwork, sportsmanship | Creativity, strategy, problem-solving | Fitness, resilience, perseverance | Confidence, self-belief, self-expression |
Heart (Character)
Curiosity, respect, positive attitudes to learning
Mind (Knowledge)
Knowledge, critical thinking, skills development
Body (Wellbeing)
Discipline, consistency, study habits
Soul (Purpose)
Personal growth, lifelong learning, aspiration
Heart (Character)
Integrity, responsibility, service
Mind (Knowledge)
Leadership, communication, decision-making
Body (Wellbeing)
Confidence, resilience, professionalism
Soul (Purpose)
Vision, ambition, positive contribution
Heart (Character)
Self-awareness, empathy, emotional regulation
Mind (Knowledge)
Emotional intelligence, coping strategies
Body (Wellbeing)
Physical health, mental wellbeing, healthy lifestyles
Soul (Purpose)
Hope, meaning, personal fulfilment
Heart (Character)
Compassion, kindness, belonging
Mind (Knowledge)
Understanding social challenges and civic responsibility
Body (Wellbeing)
Commitment, teamwork, responsibility
Soul (Purpose)
Contribution, citizenship, social impact
Heart (Character)
Respect, teamwork, sportsmanship
Mind (Knowledge)
Creativity, strategy, problem-solving
Body (Wellbeing)
Fitness, resilience, perseverance
Soul (Purpose)
Confidence, self-belief, self-expression

A collaborative research partnership will undertake joint educational research, publish white papers and academic articles, develop evidence-based curricula, present at international conferences and work towards an internationally recognised Centre for Research and Innovation in Islamic Education.
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Delivered in collaboration with Out of Box Ltd (UK), the academy covers AI, animation, graphic design, branding, app development, UI/UX design, freelancing, entrepreneurship, CRM, digital marketing and business pitching — grounded in Islamic ethics.
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Taqwa Institute and Sidr School will establish a reciprocal professional development partnership with joint teacher training, mutual exchange of educators, classroom observation visits, leadership development and collaborative workshops.
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Aniqa will visit Madinah in August 2026 to explore educational and publishing opportunities, with a proposed December 2026 visit by Dr. Nousheen Zakaria and Aniqa to further develop partnerships across Saudi Arabia.
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Collaborative projects in refugee and underserved communities will include storytelling workshops, creative writing programmes, teacher training, distribution of books and emotional wellbeing through literacy, with implementation targeted for 2027.
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Engaging new resources including masjid sketches, children's theatre, Islamic comics, graphic novels, manga and animated educational content will provide creative avenues for da'wah and community engagement.
Read MoreHifz Tracker will be implemented at Taqwa Institute to support student progress monitoring, parent engagement, teacher dashboards and memorisation tracking and analytics.
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The partnership will explore TikTok storybooks, short-form educational videos, interactive storytelling, animated books and digital-first Islamic content — meeting children where they are while remaining rooted in authentic Islamic values.
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A new publishing pathway for aspiring young writers and illustrators offers creative writing workshops, illustration masterclasses, storytelling programmes and book publishing mentorship, with selected works published through Alif Kids and Sidr Productions.
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Taqwa Institute will collaborate on the promotion and implementation of Sidr Productions' digital educational platforms — including Alif Kids, My Quran Journey and Hifz Tracker — receiving 20% of revenue from agreed digital product partnerships.
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Taqwa Institute is proud to announce a new partnership with Healing Bow to deliver, train and mentor young people in the art of archery. This collaboration combines traditional Sunnah sports with modern coaching to build focus, discipline and resilience in our youth.
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Taqwa Institute will become an official stockist of Sidr Productions publications, receiving 30% of the retail price on books sold through its channels, and will launch a Campus Ambassador programme to nurture youth entrepreneurship and literacy.
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Young participants in Taqwa Institute's Youth Coaching Mentorship programme were recognised for their dedication and progress with Bronze, Silver and Gold medal awards, celebrating their achievements in coaching, leadership and personal development.
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A pioneering literacy programme integrating nasheeds, poetry, storytelling, spoken word, creative writing, character education and Islamic values is being co-developed to build language, creativity, confidence and a deeper appreciation of Islamic identity.
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The BJJ Open Mat session held at Taqwa Institute brought together practitioners of all levels for a day of technique, sparring and community. The event showcased the growing popularity of martial arts within our youth programmes and the confidence it builds in young people.
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Taqwa Institute has forged a new strategic partnership with Sidr Productions and Dr Nousheen to invest in education overseas, expanding our reach and impact beyond the UK to support learning and development in underserved communities globally.
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Working in partnership with Here for Youth, Taqwa Institute trained 17 Youth Workers and launched Youth Face — a youth-led initiative focused on mentoring, wellbeing, leadership and meaningful community engagement.
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Taqwa Institute, Sidr School and Sidr Productions will jointly develop high-quality Islamic SEND curricula and educational resources for schools worldwide, establishing an internationally recognised Islamic SEND Hub on a 50% partnership model.
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On Thursday 11th June, at Taqwa Institute, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu belt grading ceremony for girls under 13 was led by SUKATA Oldham and Prof Thay Oliveira. Ten young athletes were promoted to grey and white belts in a proud milestone for the programme.
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On Sunday 17th May 2026, Mohammed Isaaq of Claritas Universal delivered a teacher training session titled Nurturing the Student Temperament. Attended by 24 participants, the session explored how educators can better understand student challenges, motivations, and different learning styles to create more effective and supportive learning environments.
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Taqwa Institute continues to strengthen educational excellence by mentoring and training 7 new teachers. Through coaching, classroom support and professional development, the programme equips aspiring educators with the confidence and skills to positively impact young people's lives.
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Taqwa Institute proudly trained 6 young baristas, equipping them with practical hospitality, customer service and employability skills before launching the Conversations Community Coffee House — a welcoming community space creating meaningful opportunities for young people.
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From 1st to 4th May, the Muslim European Empowerment Programme took place in Kristiansand, Norway, bringing together 50 leaders from across Europe for a weekend of dialogue, collaboration, and leadership development. Participants explored key issues including media representation, Islamophobia, inclusion, and integration.
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On Sunday 26th April, Here for Youth delivered a youth worker training session at Taqwa Institute, bringing together 17 youth workers committed to supporting and empowering young people. The training focused on developing practical skills, strengthening youth engagement, and creating safe, positive spaces for young people to thrive.
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Following the successful training of 3 community sports coaches, Taqwa Institute has launched Little Legends Sports for younger children and Elevate Pro Sports for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Archery, promoting discipline, resilience and confidence.
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Taqwa Institute celebrated the graduation of 9 Youth Imams who completed training in congregational prayer, public speaking, Qur'an recitation and pastoral leadership. They are now regularly leading prayers and facilitating Friday reflections through Conversations Community.
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Following dedicated mentoring and successful grant funding, Hikma Wellness has officially launched to provide holistic, faith-informed wellbeing support — offering practical support for emotional wellbeing, resilience and personal development for individuals and families.
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We are grateful to work alongside trusted organisations that strengthen our impact across education, youth development, and community service.





































