

IQRA Bilingual Academy
Islamic, Founded 2010
Updated July 2026
Accreditations
Languages
IQRA Bilingual Academy is a U.S.-accredited, Islamic-centered international school in Dakar, Senegal, serving students from Pre-K through Grade 12. It offers a bilingual, faith-based curriculum designed to prepare students for university success globally.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school is founded on the principles of faith, discipline, and excellence, aiming to graduate students who practice Islam as a complete way of life. It strives to build a community that adheres to the Quran and Sunnah while preparing students to be globally competitive, college-ready, and productive citizens. The educational approach emphasizes moral values, critical thinking, and holistic development.
Programmes
The school offers a Pre-K to Grade 12 curriculum that integrates secular academics with Islamic studies, including Quranic recitation, Tajweed, Seerah, and Fiqh. Instruction is provided in English, French, and Arabic, with the high school program preparing students for the SAT, AP, and the Senegalese Baccalaureate. The school utilizes the NWEA MAP assessment to track student progress across core subjects like mathematics, science, and social studies.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides academic support through remedial classes, peer tutoring, and after-school assistance. Teachers monitor student performance to identify challenges early, and one-on-one help is available when needed. Guidance counselors are also available to support students with age-specific interests and ethical development.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- Is IQRA Bilingual Academy a day or boarding school?
- IQRA Bilingual Academy is a boarding school.
- What accreditations does IQRA Bilingual Academy hold?
- IQRA Bilingual Academy holds accreditations including Middle States Association.
- Is IQRA Bilingual Academy co-educational?
- IQRA Bilingual Academy is a co-ed school.
- Where is IQRA Bilingual Academy located?
- IQRA Bilingual Academy is an international school in Dakar, Senegal.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school welcomes international students and maintains a structured application process that includes online registration, a personalized virtual interview, and an entrance examination. Applicants are required to submit academic records and recommendation letters from teachers or mentors. The admissions committee reviews all materials to ensure candidates are well-suited for the school's rigorous, faith-based academic environment.
Calendar
The school operates on a trimester system for middle school and a semester system for high school, with progress reports issued accordingly. Entrance tests are scheduled periodically throughout the year, with specific dates provided for the 2026 academic cycle. The main office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Facilities
About the campus
The Liberté 6 campus features modern facilities including classrooms, an auditorium, a library, a canteen, and a basketball court. Residential students are accommodated in air-conditioned dormitories that provide supervision, regular meals, and dedicated study halls. The school also utilizes technology such as computers and tablets to support a blended learning environment.
Co-curriculars
Students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, taekwondo, and baseball. The school also hosts clubs focused on arts and crafts, anime, and reading (DEAR), as well as a Nasheed choir. These programs are designed to foster leadership, self-discovery, and physical fitness.



- Nieshaakema JAMES-SARRDirector/Founder, IQRA Bilingual Academy
Nieshaakema James-Sarr is the founder and director of IQRA Bilingual Academy. She emphasizes the school's commitment to faith, discipline, and excellence, aiming to build generations of students with strong Muslim identities who are globally competitive.
Middle States Association