
Fajr Academy
Part of Skylight Education Solutions, Islamic
Updated July 2026
Fajr Academy is a private Islamic school in Karachi, Pakistan, serving students from Nursery to O-Levels. It functions as a learning laboratory for the Tarbiyah International Curriculum, combining a rigorous academic focus with a strong emphasis on Islamic identity and character development.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Fajr Academy is dedicated to nurturing the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual development of Muslim children through a comprehensive educational system rooted in Islamic teachings. The school employs the 'Tarbiyah approach,' which focuses on balancing universal student needs with gender-specific considerations, viewing the world as 'ayat' (signs) of Allah, and emphasizing the personal example of teachers. It strives to bridge the gap between religious and secular education by integrating modern academic standards with Islamic values.
Programmes
The school follows the Tarbiyah International Curriculum, which covers eight core subjects: Mathematics, Science, English, Arabic, Urdu, Social Studies Plus, History, and Geography. Instruction is provided in both English and Arabic, with a customized Hifz (Qur'an memorization) programme available for every student. The curriculum is supported by character-building workshops such as 'Effective Muslims' and literacy initiatives like 'Readers' and 'Writers.'
Outcomes
The school maintains a serious academic focus with the objective of preparing students for O-Level examinations. It emphasizes both intellectual and character development, aiming to equip students for success in this life and the next.
Student support
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Fajr Academy offer?
- Fajr Academy offers IGCSE.
- Is Fajr Academy a day or boarding school?
- Fajr Academy is a day school.
- Where is Fajr Academy located?
- Fajr Academy is an international school in Karachi, Pakistan.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts applications for students ranging from Nursery through Class 9. Prospective families can initiate the registration process through an online portal, which requires the submission of applicant information and the selection of the desired grade level.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a variety of activity-based programmes designed to foster self-reliance and character development, including 'Builders' for hands-on projects and 'Artists' for creative inspiration. Students participate in 'Explorers', which includes monthly field trips and an annual tour to northern Pakistan, as well as an 'Abacus' programme for mathematics. Additionally, the school hosts various events and competitions to build self-confidence and strengthen relationships among peers and families.
- Ustadh Asim IsmailFounder and Principal
Ustadh Asim Ismail is the founder and principal of Fajr Academy and a renowned social entrepreneur in Pakistan. He also leads Skylight Education Solutions and serves as a trainer and consultant in education and Islamic studies. Previously, he was the founding Head of the Islamic Department at the Reflections School in Karachi from 2007 to 2011.
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