Get to know Madrasatu Shakūr
An authentic, balanced Islamic education. Madrasatu Shakūr is a madrasah (an Islamic school) in Grassy Park, Cape Town, for children and adults.
Our mission
Our mission is to provide an authentic, balanced Islamic education. We are dedicated to nurturing students who are not only academically disciplined but deeply grounded in their faith.
We do not just want our students to memorise the Qur’ān; we want them to live it, with knowledge that is reflected in their akhlaaq (noble character) and daily lives.
Authentic and balanced
An authentic, balanced Islamic education.
Knowledge you live
We do not just want our students to memorise the Qur’ān; we want them to live it.
Noble character
Knowledge reflected in their akhlaaq (noble character) and daily lives.
أولو البر والإحسان والصبر والتقى حالهم بها جاء القرآن مفصلا
“Those who possess righteousness, kindness, patience, and piety—adorned with these qualities, the Qur’an came explaining them in detail.”
What we teach
Our principal studied at Al-Azhar University, Cairo, and our dedicated faculty are committed to guiding each student with rigor, patience, and warmth.
Ḥifẓ
Qur’ān memorisation
Learning the Qur’ān by heart, with regular revision.
Tajwīd
reciting correctly
The rules for reading the Qur’ān clearly and correctly. There is a Tajwīd exam each year.
Qirā’āt
ways of recitation
The recognised ways in which the Qur’ān is recited.
Aqeedah
core beliefs
What Muslims believe, and why. There is an Aqeedah exam each year.
Seerah
the life of the Prophet ﷺ
The life of the Prophet ﷺ, and what we learn from it. There is a Seerah exam each year.
Tafseer
explaining the Qur’ān
Understanding the meaning of the Qur’ān.
Hadeeth
the words of the Prophet ﷺ
The sayings and actions of the Prophet ﷺ.
Fiqh
Islamic rulings
How to practise Islam in worship and daily life. There are Fiqh exams every term.
See which programme teaches what on the Programmes page.
A welcome from the principal
Sh. Shafiek Ebrahim
Principal
Assalamu ‘alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh.
To our prospective students: we ask for your absolute dedication, punctuality, and respect. The path of knowledge requires discipline and a sincere heart. In return, you will find a supportive, spiritually enriching environment where your relationship with Allah ﷻ and His Book will flourish.
To the parents and community members: thank you for trusting us with this sacred duty. We view education as a collaborative effort between the Madrasah and the home, and we look forward to partnering with you to build a strong, righteous foundation for our youth.
May Allah ﷻ bless our efforts, grant us sincerity, and make this Madrasah a beacon of light for our community.
Our staff
The faculty who teach and guide our students, led by the principal.
Hafiz Qari Gasan Leak
Faculty
Hafiz Ismaeel Benjiman
Faculty
Hafiz Aaqil Allie
Faculty
Hafiz Khalied Brinkhuis
Faculty
Start learning with us
Apply online in a few minutes, or message the office on WhatsApp.