Young Muslims who live with the Quran at heart.
To nurture confident, compassionate, and capable young Muslims whose lifelong connection with the Quran guides their character, learning, and service to the wider community.
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BRANT QURAN ACADEMYA Project of Muslim Association of Brantford Admission
Registered Private School in Ontario
Rooted in faith. Built for the future.
BQA is a community-led, full-time Islamic elementary school where children develop a lifelong connection with the Quran, strong academic foundations, and confident Islamic character.
Faith, knowledge, character, and belonging.
To provide children in JK/SK and Grades 1–8 with excellent Quranic and Islamic education alongside the Ontario curriculum, through caring teachers, small-group instruction, regular assessment, and a welcoming family environment.
Faith, citizenship, and belonging
Confident Muslims. Caring Canadians.
Families can choose an Islamic school without worrying that their children will be separated from Canadian life. At BQA, students learn that respect for every person, kindness to neighbours, honesty, fairness, service, loving others, and sharing are deeply rooted in Islam and are essential Canadian values.
Our goal is not to make children fearful of the world around them. We prepare them to participate in it with confidence, good judgment, and strong character. If a student later moves to a public or another Ontario school, our academic program, regular assessments, and emphasis on communication help make that transition smooth.
We want BQA students to be model Canadian students and positive ambassadors of Islam—known for how well they learn, how respectfully they treat others, and how much good they bring wherever they go.
Our Story
A long-held community vision finally found a home.
For years, the Muslim Association of Brantford worked toward creating a school where children could receive a strong academic education while growing in Quran, faith, and Islamic character.
On the 1st of Ramadan 2024, community members found the Paris property that could become a permanent home for this vision. After many difficulties and periods of uncertainty, the purchase finally closed on January 11, 2025. By Allah’s kindness and grace, what once seemed out of reach became possible.
BQA opened its doors in September 2025 as a registered Ontario private school. We celebrated our first graduating cohort in June 2026, and on September 8, 2026, our second academic year—and a new chapter—began.
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1st of Ramadan 2024The property is found
Community members discover the Paris property that could become BQA’s permanent home.
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January 11, 2025A miraculous closing
After many difficulties, the purchase finally closes. By Allah’s kindness, the community’s long-held vision receives a home.
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September 2025BQA opens its doors
Our registered Ontario private school welcomes its first group of students.
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June 2026Our first cohort graduates
BQA celebrates the students who completed our inaugural academic year.
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September 8, 2026A new chapter begins
Students and staff return for BQA’s second academic year.
School Leadership
Leading with care and purpose.
Our leadership team works closely with teachers and families to create a safe, structured, and deeply caring learning environment.
Governance & Accountability
Community oversight at every level.
Brant Quran Academy is a project of the Muslim Association of Brantford. The MAB Board has entrusted two committees to work closely with the principal, teachers, and school staff so BQA remains transparent, accountable, and aligned with the needs and values of the community it serves.
Education Committee
Supports school planning and operations, reviews progress, and works with staff to maintain strong academic standards and responsible, transparent decision-making.
Quran & Islamic Studies Committee
Oversees Quran instruction and Islamic studies to help ensure the curriculum, training, and teaching remain faithful to the guidance of the Quran and Hadith.
Principal
Br. Maher Mirza
Br. Maher leads BQA’s academic and Islamic learning environment, supporting staff, students, and families as the school grows.
Vice-Principal
Sr. Asra
Sr. Asra supports daily school leadership, student wellbeing, and the consistent delivery of BQA’s caring and structured programs.
Your child’s next chapter
Come see the BQA difference.
Meet our team, explore the school, and learn whether BQA is the right fit for your child.
Apply for Admission