SHAYKHA (ALIMAH) MARYAM
Directress
Shaykha (Alimah) Maryam is an accomplished Islamic scholar who has been illuminating, inspiring, and enlightening minds for over 20 years teaching both the Islamic sciences and the National Curriculum. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the Islamic sciences, including Jalālayn (tafsīr), Mishkāt (ḥadīth), Hidāyah (fiqh), and Uṣūl ul-Fiqh, she is a true visionary who delivers lectures throughout the UK and abroad. Her expertise and knowledge are unmatched, and her passion for teaching is awe-inspiring.
Shaykha Maryam's journey began in England, where she received an education from traditional scholars and earned a Master's Degree with an authorization (ijāzah) in Islamic Theology and Jurisprudence. She then specialized in ‘Aqīdah and studied advanced Fiqh (Iftā') for two years. Her thirst for knowledge took her to Morocco and Spain, where she delved into the Islamic sciences of spirituality and purification, expanding her understanding and deepening her expertise.
In addition to her impressive Islamic studies, Shaykha Maryam has also completed a Bachelor's Degree with Honors in English Language and Literature, a Post-Graduate Certificate, and Post-Graduate Diploma in Education. She is a qualified Modern Foreign Language teacher in English and holds a Master's Degree in Education (Leadership and Management).
Her extensive travels across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East have enriched her teaching methods and broadened her perspective on the Islamic sciences. Her unique blend of academic excellence and practical experience makes her an ideal teacher for students seeking to expand their knowledge and deepen their understanding of the Islamic sciences. Shaykha Maryam is fully committed to empowering her students with the knowledge and leadership skills required to make a meaningful impact in their communities. With Shaykha Maryam as their guide, students can achieve the highest levels of success and enlightenment in their pursuit of knowledge.