The Fig Tree
Stories, songs, memorization, daily duas and a love for Allah and His Messenger ﷺ.
Our flagship program · Sundays
Enlightened Hearts 2026-27
A weekend Islamic school for ages 4 to 16. Children learn about Allah, the Prophet ﷺ, the Qur'an and good character through stories, discussion, memorization and Islamic arts.
What children learn
- Aqidah, Seerah, Adab and Qur'an memorization
- Readings from the Al-Ghazali Children's Series and Shamaail literature
- Islamic visual arts and nasheed
- Inquiry-based projects and mentorship for older students
- Small classes with teachers who know each child by name
SundaysSept 13, 2026 to June 13, 2027
Time10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages4 to 16
Fees$100/month or $900/year
Sibling rates are available, and no family is turned away because of cost. If fees are a barrier, email info@ihsancentre.org in confidence.
Register for 2026-27Four levels, rooted in tradition
Each level is named after a tree mentioned in the Qur'an.
The Grape Tree
Two age groups (6 to 7 and 8 to 9): Seerah, Shamaail, character, memorization, poetry and Al-Ghazali readings.
The Pomegranate Tree
Aqidah, Shamaail, Adab, inquiry-based learning, memorization and poetry.
The Date Palm Tree
Aqidah, Seerah, character, Fiqh, critical reasoning and principled engagement.
Children under 4? See The Olive Tree preschool circle.
Questions parents ask
What ages is Enlightened Hearts for?
Children and youth aged 4 to 16, grouped into four levels: The Fig Tree (4 to 5), The Grape Tree (6 to 9), The Pomegranate Tree (9 to 11) and The Date Palm Tree (12 to 16).
When are classes?
Sundays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, September 13, 2026 to June 13, 2027.
How much does it cost?
$100 per month or $900 for the year. Sibling rates are available, and free and subsidized seats are offered so that no family is turned away because of cost.
Can we still register mid-year?
Yes. Register online through our registration form, or email info@ihsancentre.org and we will help you find the right level.
Support the Centre
Sponsor a child's seat.
$100 covers one child for a month. $900 covers a full year. Sponsored seats go to families who could not otherwise attend, and stay anonymous.