World Read Aloud Day is a special occasion that reminds us of the power of storytelling and the joy that reading aloud brings to both listeners and readers. This year, Al Falaah College was filled with gratitude for the amazing guests and dedicated teachers who visited classrooms, making the 5th of February 2025 an unforgettable day. Parents and colleagues were invited to read aloud to the captivated learners. Guests visited classes and brought stories to life through their engaging narrative expressions.

World Read Aloud Day is celebrated annually to promote the joy of reading and storytelling among learners. It encourages a love for literature, improves listening skills, and enhances comprehension. Reading aloud to learners fosters creativity and imagination as they engage with diverse stories, characters, and themes.

The Read Aloud sessions were a wonderful reminder that reading is not just a solitary activity but a shared experience filled with excitement and learning.

We are excited to announce the reintegration of the “Small Acts of Kindness” initiative (otherwise known as the Sandwich Club) at Al-Falaah College. The Sandwich club ran for many  years, resulting in nearly half a million sandwiches being made and distributed to underprivileged schools and patients waiting in hospital queues. Unfortunately it was then paused in 2020 due to the pandemic, and was thereafter substituted by the Bread Run. Alhamdulillah, it has now been reinstated, so that students can play a part in making a difference in their community. The Sandwich Club: by the students, for the students. 

Al Falaah College is proud to announce its extraordinary achievement of a 100% Bachelor pass rate for the 2024 Matric examinations. Alhumdulillah, we have now achieved this remarkable milestone in 5 of the last 9 years and a 99% Bachelor pass rate in 2 other years, underscoring our unwavering commitment to holistic education and student success.

The achievement is further amplified by the outstanding performance of Abdullah Abisola, who was placed 3rd among all independent schools in KwaZulu-Natal. Abdullah, who has been a student at Al Falaah College since preschool, was recently honored at a prestigious event held at the Durban International Convention Center (ICC). 

The school’s legacy of producing outstanding learners continues to shine brightly. In 2023, Al Falaah College produced the learner ranked second among all students in KwaZulu-Natal. In 2022, the school reached national acclaim when it produced the top learner in South Africa, along with the first and third-ranked learners in KwaZulu-Natal among independent schools.

A Legacy of Excellence
Since its establishment in 1987, Al Falaah College has maintained a 100% Matric pass rate for 39 consecutive years, a feat few institutions can rival. The Class of 2024 continued this proud tradition with 27% of learners achieving a distinction aggregate and an impressive average of 2.8 distinctions per learner. Additionally, every student passed every subject, a testament to the school’s rigorous academic standards and dedicated teaching staff.

Our Principal, Mr. Zaffar Ahmed was humbled by the school’s accomplishments: “These results are a reflection of the dedication, hard work, and collective effort of our learners, educators, and parents. At Al Falaah College, we strive not only for academic excellence but also for the holistic development of our students, grounded in strong Islamic values. We congratulate Abdullah Abisola and the Class of 2024 on their phenomenal achievements.”

 

On Wednesday, 5 February, Al Falaah College held its annual Shura Induction Workshop, marking the official appointment of this year’s class representatives. The event, steeped in the values of leadership, responsibility, and service, emphasized the important role that Shura members play in fostering unity and accountability within the school.

This workshop will be followed by our Shura representatives taking a pledge before the full high school assembly.

 

Alhamdulillah, we are pleased to introduce our 2025 PS Prefects.

On Monday, January 27th, the following students were honoured with this prestigious title. We make dua that Allah grants them the wisdom and strength to lead with integrity, just as the Sahabah did. Ameen.

Timol Sameeha – Head Girl	Rahim Muhammed Yusuf – Head Boy
Deedat Zahra – Deputy Head Girl	Rashid Umar – Deputy Head Boy
Khan Yusra	Jean Hanzalah Riaad
Razak Aafiyah	Mahomedy Yusuf Zaheer
Kajee Humairaa	Haffejee Muhammad Ammaar
Paruk Huda	Essa Abu Bakr
Adam Nuhaa	Joosab Rayyaan
Hoosen Husnah Sayed	Amla Ahmed
Khan Layla	Pochee Abdullah Ebrahim
Aboobaker Mariam	Mohamed Ally Husain
Osman Nidaa Faatima	Syed Fuzail
Osman Asmaa	Akoonjee Hamza
Kazi Sanaa	Jadwat Mahir
Soomar Hannah	Matumba Mohammad Anaso
Khan Faatima	Vally Ahmad
Essack Zaynah Naushad
Ally Armani
Ally Safeeya

 

Additionally, we would like to extend our congratulations to the following students who have been appointed as Library Prefects. May Allah grant them the ability to fulfill their responsibilities with dedication and excellence. Ameen.

Sanaa Ahmed Vally Mahomed

Hana Kadodia

Taskeen Loray

Hanna Muthalib

Faatimah Zahra Patel

Inayah Muhammad

Manahil Muhammad

 

If you hold an undergraduate degree in a subject that can easily transition to a High School subject, we invite you to consider a fulfilling career in education, where you can make a lasting impact on the future of our youth.

If you’re seeking a career change or exploring opportunities in teaching, we’d love to help on this journey with a special incubation program at Al Falaah College under the mentorship of some of the best teachers in the country.

 

Programme Requirements

1. Hold an undergraduate degree in a subject that can easily transition to a high school teaching subject.
2. You must have studied the subject in matric and achieved a mark of at least 65%. Exceptions may be applied in exceptional circumstances.
3. Have strong values that align to the Islamic ethos of the school.
4. Immerse yourself in the life of the school and participate in all school activities.
5. Commit to a one-year contract, conditional to your performance.
6. Be willing to pursue a Professional teaching qualification (like a Post Graduate certificate in Education)

 

Benefits

• You will receive a monthly stipend.
• Possible financial assistance with obtaining a Professional Teaching qualification if required.
• You will be assigned a mentor who will review your progress and provide guidance in the classroom.
• You will be mentored and coached to develop your teaching skills and competencies.

 

How to Apply

Submit the following by email to Umme Saad Mahomed at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. using “Learnership Application” in the subject line of the email.

1. Letter of motivation, clearly stating the Subject(s) you are interested in.
2. Copy of your ID
3. Copy of Matric certificate
4. Copy of Degree and results transcript.

“The heightened excitement and the unearthing of hidden talent.”  

We express our heartfelt appreciation to the teachers for their dedication in preparing our ever-enthusiastic learners for the fun-filled drama skits and songs. At the same time we acknowledge the parents for their support in organizing the costumes and props. Shukran to all the parents and family who attended the presentations and for their kind words of encouragement and support.

We are excited to introduce our Future Innovators Program for Grade 10 students, a groundbreaking initiative that launched on 30 January! This program is designed to equip our learners with critical thinking, problem-solving, and AI-driven skills, preparing them for the future of technology and innovation.

Through engaging lessons and hands-on projects, students will explore artificial intelligence, enhance their coding abilities, and develop computational thinking, all while working with cutting-edge tools used by top technological minds worldwide. This program not only fosters creativity and innovation but also gives students a competitive edge in the ever-evolving digital world.

AMS Awards for the Matric Class of 2024

The Association of Muslim Schools KZN held their annual Awards for the Matric Class of 2024 on Saturday 25 January 2025 at Crescent Girls High School.

The event show cased the top achieving learners across Muslim schools in KZN.

Alhumdullilah, our Al Falaah class of 2024 featured prominently at the awards in the subject awards category and 10 AFC learners were ranked in the Top 30.

The following learners were placed in the top 3 for the subject indicated:

Subject	Learners Name
Afrikaans	Mikaeel Fakier
English	Terika Ganesh
Mathematical Literacy	Aminah Omer
Information Technology	Mohamed Nihaal Manickam
Geography	Muhammad Aslam Bhorat
Engineering, Graphics & Design AFC learners placed 1st, 2nd & 3rd	Asma Docrat
	Akbar Liaquath Ally
	Humza Habib
Accounting	Muhammad Ismaeel Moosa
Life Sciences
Physical Sciences
English	Abdullah Abisola
Mathematics
Information Technology
Life Sciences

 

Special congratulations to the EGD department for a clean sweep of the awards at AMS and to Asma Docrat for her 1^st place in EDG with an outstanding 100%

Alhumdullilah also, to Muhammad Ismaeel Moosa for an incredible 99% for Accounting.

AFC learners who were ranked in the Top 30 at AMS

Learners Name

Abdullah Abisola – placed joint 1st

Muhammad Ismaeel Moosa  - placed 4th

Terika Ganesh

Akbar Liaquath Ally

Mikaeel Fakier

Muhammad Aslam Bhorat

Mohamed Nihaal Manickam

Hasina Lokhat

Ayesha Vorajee

Husnaa Moosa

 

Al – Falaah Matric Awards

The Al-Falaah Matric Awards were held on Tuesday 28 January 2025 in celebration   of the Class of 2024. A highlight of the ceremony was when we took the learners   down memory lane – showing a video of their journey through primary and high school. It was a memorable and emotional end to the schooling journey for both learners and their parents.

In keeping with our commitment to holistic approach to education, the awards show cased not only academic achievements but also recognized learners who performed Jemma Khutbah and Imamat.

Learners who performed the Jemma Khutbah and Imamat

Ahmad Abdulkader Mahomedy

Abdullah Abisola

Umar Mulla

Muhammed Yusuf Moolla

Muhammed Furqaan Sayed

Yusuf Saleem Joosab

Ahmed Omar

Akbar Liaquath Ally

Uzair Mahomed

Mohammed Ismaeel Moosa

Humza Habib

Ahmad Jogiat

 

 

Special Awardee at the function

Learners Name	Category
Mikaeel Fakier	Community Service Award
Ahmad Abdulkader Mahomedy	Principals Award
Abdullah Abisola	Ethos Award

 

The AFC Top 5 Matriculants

Abdullah Abisola	Dux Awardee
Muhammad Ismaeel Moosa	Runner-up Dux
Terika Ganesh	placed 3rd
Akbar Liaquath Ally	placed 4th
Mikaeel Fakier	placed 5th

 

The educators and staff at Al Falaah College wish the Class of 2024 every success  as they enter an exciting, new chapter of their lives.

 

 

Click here to register for the Tajweed Workshop on Al Jazariyah  for Qur’an Teachers

 

On Wednesday 14 August 2024 mum's left their homework at home and joined in on a morning of fun, fitness, and friendly competition at the Mum's Comm Padel Social Event.

Whether they were a pro or picking up a racket for the first time, the event was all about laughter, connection, and light hearted competition!

Come for the game, stay for the company was their slogan for the day.

Making memories off the sidelines and on the court.