Programs Community Engagement
¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ Storytime was initially launched as a grassroots approach to connecting the youngest members of our community with the masjid, instilling a love for our faith, our values, forming those first Sunnah habits, and forging those first friendships before big school.
One of Al ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ’s core Community Engagement Strategies is to foster meaningful connections within our school community, both with one another and, most importantly, with the Musallah.
The Musallah is more than a place of prayer; it is the heart of the community – a space where we pray, learn, socialise, celebrate, grieve, grow, and connect.
It’s early in the morning, and curious little feet step into the Musallah at Al ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ. A cosy chest filled with books and toys lines the back wall, mats arranged in a welcoming circle, ready for a morning of arts and crafts, bubbles, songs, and ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ stories.
A warm invitation reads:"We welcome you and your bubs to use this space to connect through crafts and free play, and forge friendships with other mums within our ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ. Our aim is to further strengthen our school community and make the Musallah a familiar and cherished space for our younger children."
¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ Storytime was first launched in October 2017, with over 20 little ones (aged 0–4 years) and their mums gathering for the inaugural session. Timed right after school drop-offs, the weekly sessions created a gentle, welcoming rhythm for mothers and their youngest children to engage in a fun, faith-centred environment.
From its earliest days, ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ Storytime was a collective effort—made possible through the dedication of parent volunteers, passionate teachers, and enthusiastic storytellers, all working together to bring a shared vision to life.
Despite its early teething stages, ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ Storytime has grown into an incredible success, attracting families from both the school and the wider community.
Now a flagship program of Al ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ, it has become much more than just storytime. The Musallah has been a space to celebrate special events like Eid and Neighbour Day, and to host valuable parenting workshops, including Peaceful Parenting and Healthy Lunchbox Preparation.
Additionally, ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ Storytime has served as a bridge for prospective parents, offering them an opportunity to engage with the Al ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ ¾ÞÈéÊÓƵ community long before their children are of school age.
What began as a simple idea has flourished into a beloved program—one that continues to nurture faith, friendship, and a deep connection to the Musallah.