Maktab Classes

Central Masjid Rochdale, formerly known as Idara Taʿleem-ul-Islam, was established in 1974 by the Muslim community of Rochdale to serve the religious, social, and spiritual needs of the community.

The Maktab, being one of the central endeavours of the Masjid, continues to provide structured Islamic guidance and nurturing for the young people of our community. With over 450 pupils and more than 25 trained educators, the Maktab has grown into a vibrant hub of learning, inspiration, tarbiyah, and Islamic development.

  • Days - The Maktab runs almost inline with the school holidays with a few exceptions during the year

    • Monday to Friday

    Times - The Maktab has two active sessions to accommodate all pupils.

    • Session 1 Boys

      16:20 to 17:50

    • Session 1 Girls

      16:30 to 18:00

    • Session 2 Boys

      18:00 to 19:30

    • Session 2 Girls

      18:10 to 19:40

    • £ 318.00 Per Year - this is payable at £ 26.50 Per Month

    • Siblings Discounts are available upon request

    • For families struggling, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Admin team

  • The Maktab offers Year 1 to Year 10 after which an Advance Class for college and university pupils is available

  • The following Subjects are taught at the Maktab:

    • Qā’idah for Year 1 & 2

      The Maktab has our own Qā’idah. Qā’idah is only taught to Year 1 & 2 Pupils. Pupils older than Year 1 & 2 will need to be on Qur’ān when registering

    • Tajwīd

      This begins from Year 3 onwards

    • Qur’ān

      Emphasis is placed on correct recital, and thus the no emphasis is placed on completing a Khatm

    • Memorisation of Sūrah

      Students are expected to memorise a wide range of Sūrahs starting from Year 1 to Year 10

    • Memorisation of Masnūn Du’ā

      Students are expected to memorise a wide range of daily Masnūn (prophetic) prayers starting from Year 1 to Year 10

    • Fiqh

      Fiqh deals with the rulings pertaining to worship. Across the span of the Maktab journey, various age-appropriate topics are taught. The initial lessons start with Tahārah (Purity), Salāh, Zakāh, Hajj, Fasting and more.

    • Sīrah

      Sīrah deals with the life of Nabī Muḥammed ﷺ and his companions.

    • Tārīkh

      Tārīkh deals with the history of the various prophets of the past

    • ‘Aqā’id

      ‘Aqā’id is the fundamental belief system of a believer. Key age-appropriate lessons are taught to embed the correct belief system within our children

    • Tarbiyah

      Alongside the formal subjects above, Tarbiyah based discussions, activities and trips are incorporated into the Maktab system. The aim is nurture proud young Muslims with prophetic character in all spaces

  • The Maktab does not keep a waiting list.

    The Maktab has one Admission day yearly in June. This gives all applicants an fair chance to apply.

    Siblings are given priority and the Maktab works on a first come, first serve basis.

    The Admission date is released in May of every calendar year.

    For 2026/2027 admissions, the Admission day will take place at Castlemere Community Centre from 17:00 to 19:00 on Wednesday 10th June 2026

  • +44 (0) 77766 62075

    cmrmaktab@gmail.com

    Office Hours

    16:30 to 19:00 (Monday to Friday)

    8 Merefield Street, Rochdale, OL11 3RZ