Masjid Overview

Name: Zuhri Academy

Established: 2009

Location: Britannia House, Leagrave Road, Luton LU3 1RJ

Website: http://zuhriacademy.com

History and Background

Zuhri Academy was established in 2009 in response to the need for structured Islamic learning in Bedfordshire. The aim was to deliver classical teachings in a contemporary and accessible manner.

Masjid Services and Audience
Capacity: 100 attendees

Prayer Services

  • 5 times daily prayer
  • Jumu’ah (Friday) congregation
  • Taraweeh night prayers during Ramadan
  • Eid prayers

Educational Programs

  • Short courses inviting respected scholars to the area to deliver specialist content on belief, Islamic heritage, Qur’anic reflections and a range of practical topics including burial, inheritance and mental health.
  • Qur’an reading, Islamic studies and memorisation classes.
  • 2-year (Sanatain) part-time Islamic diploma for adult learners
  • Full-time ‘Aalim undergraduate programme delivered over five years covering Arabic, Islamic jurisprudence, Theology among other topics

Audience

  • Youth and students
  • New Muslims
  • Sisters
  • Wider Luton community members interested in Islamic faith

Community Services

  • Daily prayers and Jummah
  • Youth Club
  • Group Fundraising for Charity with organised Cycling, Rowing and Treks
  • Community Events with other Faiths