Al-Qalam Academy

Al-Qalam Academy describes a faith-centered, nurturing approach that develops both “hearts and minds” by combining academic excellence with Islamic values, character formation, and spiritual growth. They emphasize rigorous academics (aligned with Virginia Department of Education standards) alongside Qur’an, Arabic, and Islamic Studies, aiming to cultivate curious, resilient, compassionate learners prepared for higher education and ethical leadership. They also highlight partnership with families and a supportive environment that helps each child grow intellectually, morally, emotionally, and spiritually.

Al-Qalam Academy directs families to start by contacting the Admissions Office (phone/email) and submitting the school’s application form (available on the site) with required documentation, typically by emailing the form and documents to the admissions office. (alqalamusa.org) After submission, the admissions team reviews the packet and may request additional documents or a follow-up call; once approved, enrollment is finalized through steps such as fee payment, orientation, and meeting supply requirements. (alqalamusa.org) The application checklist indicates files must be complete before review (including a $150 non-refundable application fee for new admissions, birth certificate, current VA health/immunization form, recent report card, transcript/test results if applicable, and a passport-size photo), and notes a placement test and/or student interview may be required. (alqalamusa.org) Enrollment is described as limited and reviewed on a rolling basis “as space permits,” and the Admissions page says applicants are placed on a “list of applicants” (i.e., a de facto wait/queue if seats are not immediately available). (alqalamusa.org) The website provides a school-year calendar (e.g., for 2025–2026) but does not list a specific admissions application deadline or any stated priority categories (such as siblings, staff, etc.). (alqalamusa.org)