A beacon of Islamic education dedicated to nurturing faith, intellect, and character in the heart of our community.
SoCal Academy of Knowledge strives to provide a comprehensive Islamic education that empowers individuals of all ages with the knowledge of the Qur'an, the authentic Sunnah, and essential life skills. We are committed to fostering a loving environment where students develop strong moral character, critical thinking, and a deep, enduring connection to Allah (SWT).
To be a leading educational institution that raises a generation of confident, knowledgeable, and compassionate Muslims who positively impact society while firmly upholding their Islamic identity.
Upholding honesty, trust, and Islamic ethics in all our interactions and educational endeavors.
Striving for the highest quality in teaching, learning, and personal development.
Building a supportive, inclusive, and loving environment for families and students.
Our teachers are highly qualified, passionate educators dedicated to nurturing your child's spiritual and academic growth.
Evening Maktab (Girls)
Alim Program, Al Bayan (La Puente)
5 years teaching
Ustadha Zahraa Ahmed teaches in the Evening Maktab. She is a graduate of the Alim program at Al Bayan in La Puente, where she also currently teaches online, and has five years of teaching experience.
Weekend School (Boys)
Hafiz of the Qur'an
10 years teaching
Ustadh Mohammad Ashfaq teaches the Weekend School boys' class on Sundays. He is a hafiz of the Qur'an and has ten years of teaching experience.
Evening Maktab (Boys)
Hafiz of the Qur'an
40 years teaching
Ustadh Mohammad Ayaz teaches the Evening Maktab boys' class. He is a hafiz of the Qur'an and has 40 years of teaching experience.
Evening Maktab (Boys) · Adult Education
Alimiyyah
8 years teaching
Ustadh Uzair Khan teaches the Evening Maktab boys' class and in the Adult Education program. He holds an Alimiyyah qualification in traditional Islamic scholarship and has eight years of teaching experience.
Evening Maktab (Girls)
Degree, Tarbiyyah Made Easy
5 years teaching
Ustadha Maryam Mohsin teaches the Evening Maktab girls' class. She holds a degree from Tarbiyyah Made Easy and has five years of teaching experience. Her goal is to help children recite the Qur'an beautifully and carry it into their daily lives, because the Qur'an is a path to wisdom, a spiritual connection to Allah (SWT), and a source of countless blessings.
Weekend School (Girls)
B.A. Islamic Studies, International Open University
Ta'leem-ul-Qur'an, Ar-Rahmah Institute
5+ years teaching
Ustadha Sahar Sadiqain teaches the Weekend School girls' class on Saturdays. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies from the International Open University and completed the Ta'leem-ul-Qur'an program at Ar-Rahmah Institute. She has taught at the Simi Valley Masjid for more than five years and has a special passion for Tafseer, Tajweed, and Seerah. She believes every child can learn and love the Qur'an when taught with patience, encouragement, and kindness.
