Get to know our staff

Samy Khattab

Headteacher

Personal profile

I am a dedicated headteacher with more than nine years of experience in leading and improving educational provision. Since 2017, I have been managing Al-Arqam Supplementary School, serving over 450 students and supervising staff, resources, and learning standards. Throughout my career, I have consistently worked to enhance the quality of education, creating an environment where both students and teachers can thrive and achieve their highest potential.

I strongly believe that delivering outstanding education is a right our children deserve. Teaching Arabic and Islamic studies in the West is a responsibility we carry toward future generations and our communities, and I am committed to fulfilling this duty with excellence.

Qualifications | Training

  • PhD, University of Leeds – School of Languages, Cultures, and Societies
  • Master’s Degree in Islamic Jurisprudence, Markfield Institute / Newman University, UK (2020)
  • BSc in Geological Studies, University of Alexandria (2008)
  • Designated Safeguarding Lead, Bradford Council of Education
  • Child Protection Officer (2018–Present)
  • Completed multiple training courses in teaching methods, educational environments, classroom techniques, and child behaviour.

Seham Hasan Alghanem

TEACHER

Personal profile

I am an experienced Arabic and Qur’an teacher with over 10 years of teaching Arabic as a second language to learners from diverse backgrounds. I teach students from age 5 to adults, covering beginner to advanced levels through engaging lessons focused on reading, writing, speaking, and cultural understanding.

Alongside Arabic instruction, I have 10 years of experience teaching Qur’an recitation, Tajweed, and Qaidah. I hold an Ijazah in Qur’an and multiple teaching and Tajweed qualifications, enabling me to provide accurate, personalised Qur’an lessons.

Qualifications | Training

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance (Jordan)
  • Child Care Level 3 (UK)
  • Ijazah in Qur’an
  • Tajweed Courses (1, 2, 3)
  • Teaching Certificate Level 3
  • First Aid Level 3
  • Build confidence & appreciation through interactive, supportive learning.
  • Help students improve fluency, master tajweed, and achieve strong progress through tailored learning plans.

Amal Jehad Mohammad

Teacher

Personal profile

A classroom teacher with solid experience working in UNRWA schools. Passionate about supporting students’ learning, fostering a positive classroom environment, and applying effective teaching strategies to meet diverse learners’ needs.

Qualifications | Training

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Classroom Teacher Education at Faculty of Educational Sciences & Arts (UNRWA), Amman, Jordan.
  • Experienced Professional Classroom Teacher – UNRWA Schools
  • Training in Classroom Management
  • Training in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) – UNRWA (2015–2016)
  • Training in Arabic Calligraphy – UNRWA (2015)
  • Training in Personal Communication Skills in Technical and Professional Fields – INJAZ & USAID (2014)
  • Training in School-Based Teacher Development Program (SBTD) UNRWA (2017)

Fatna Ajiz

Teacher

Personal profile

Nearly 24 years of classroom experience involving all levels and subjects of student development in Italy/UK. I love to teach students with passion and commitment.
Highly motivated Arabic Teacher with dedication to continuous professional development, communication with parents, accurate student assessment, and providing relevant course materials for effective learning.

Qualifications | Training

  • Certificate for Preparation of Arabic Language Teachers for Speakers of Other Languages and the Holy Quran from Egypt
  • Trained for online Arabic lessons from the King Abdullah Bin AbdelAziz international Centre for The Arabic Language from Saudi Arabia
  • Certificate of teaching and studies of Arabic language in Milan
  • Certificate of technique of teaching Arabic from European Arabic Marsad in Verona
  • Diploma Itqan of Quranic studies and tajweed in DAAS Master of studies about Islam in Europe In University of Padova Italy
  • Diploma in Teaching Assistant Bradford College
  • Year 6 Teacher (Arabic Speaker Students) in DAAS
  • Teaching reading, writing, listening and speaking in DAAS
  • Planning to make students speak Arabic fluent in DAAS

Fadwa Ibrahim Attia

teacher

Personal profile

Dedicated and passionate Arabic teacher with strong experience in teaching Arabic language and Tajweed. I am committed to helping students develop their skills with clarity, confidence, and enthusiasm.

Qualifications | Training

  • Bachelor of Science, Omdurman Islamic University – Sudan.
  • Special interest in teaching Arabic language and Tajweed.
  • Worked as an Arabic and Qur’an teacher at Al-Iman School in the Sultanate of Oman.
  • Advanced Tajweed Course – Islamic Forum Centre, Sudan.
  • Advanced Course in Fiqh and Prophetic Hadith – Islamic Forum Centre, Sudan.

Nour Oudeh

teacher

Personal profile

A passionate and hardworking teacher who enjoys teaching young children in nursery classes. Nour is dedicated to nurturing children with care and compassion while teaching Arabic and Islamic Studies, focusing on building strong tarbiyah, good manners, and positive discipline in a loving and supportive environment.

Qualifications | Training

  • General Education (High School)
  • Islamic Studies – Institute of Islamic Sciences, Damascus
  • British Sign Language (BSL) – Level 2 (currently studying)

Ghaida Mustafa

TEACHER

Personal profile

Ghaida Mustafa is a passionate Arabic teacher who enjoys helping young learners explore the beauty of the language in fun, creative, and engaging ways. She creates a warm, supportive environment where children feel confident, happy, and motivated to learn. Ghaida believes every child can succeed when learning is joyful, and she works closely with families to support student progress and make education a positive experience for everyone.

Qualifications | Training

  • PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology (University of Bradford, ongoing)
  • MSc with Distinction in Pharmaceutical Technology (University of Bradford)
  • BSc First Class Honour in Pharmacy (University of Khartoum, Sudan)
  • Graduate Fellowship for Teaching & Learning (University of Bradford)
  • Teaching certificate for Measurement & Evaluation of Educational Processes
  • Instructional Technology in University Teaching
  • University Teaching Methods & Systems
  • Teaching certificate for Higher Education Ethics
  • Teaching certificate for Academic Guidance
  • Experienced in Online Teaching Platforms (e.g., Moodle)

Nour Al-Rawashdeh

TEACHER

Personal profile

I am a dedicated and passionate teacher with over 20 years of experience delivering Arabic and English in Syria, Egypt and the UK. I have worked across primary, secondary and adult education, and I enjoy helping learners develop confidence and strong language skills. I believe in creating a positive and supportive learning environment where every student feels valued and ready to progress. I take pride in being patient, organised and adaptable, and I always strive to meet the needs of learners from different backgrounds and abilities. Teaching is an important part of who I am, and I remain committed to inspiring and supporting students throughout their educational journey.

Qualifications | Training

  • Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature from The University of Damascus, Syria.
  • Health and Social Care Passport Programme, Blue Apple Training, Bradford, UK
  • NCFE CACHE Level 1 & 2 Certificates in Well-Being.
  • Over 20 years of teaching experience delivering Arabic and English across Syria, Egypt and the UK.
  • Extensive experience teaching in primary, secondary and adult education settings.
  • Strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management and adapting teaching methods for multilingual learners.
  • Fluent in Arabic, English and Russian, with excellent communication skills.
  • Master’s student in TESOL.

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