The AIC Difference
The Australian Islamic College is proud to offer an environment where each student can tap into their individual potential and attain academic excellence while integrating the principles of Islam into their everyday lives. Our teachers work hard to provide the highest Islamic moral guidance along with quality education. The idea is to prepare students for further education and equip them to contribute to society without compromising on their religious beliefs.
Education with an Islamic Perspective to Prosper in this Life and the Next
The Australian Islamic College strives to provide the highest Islamic moral guidance along with quality education to prepare students for further education and equip them to live in and enhance society without losing their cultural and spiritual identity.
Our goal is for our youth to aspire towards excellence in both character and education. We want our students to encounter new educational experiences that will serve their future aspirations whilst maintaining a balance between academic pursuits and Islamic values.
Teachers
Teachers who are great human beings and have expertise in their subjects.
Resources
We have well-equipped libraries, computer labs, and science labs.
Communication with Parents/Guardians
We encourage open and honest conversations with parents and guardians.
Curriculum
- Students in Years 7 to 10 study the Australian Curriculum across all learning areas.
- AIC offers preliminary, general and ATAR WACE courses in Year 11 and 12 along with VET courses to cater for all levels of student ability.
- AIC also provides religious education by providing Arabic language course, Islamic studies and Quran reading in Year 7-10 and Religion and Life in Year 11 and 12.
- AIC ensures integration of Islamic Values across all Learning Areas. Values based education strengthens students’ self-esteem, commitment to personal fulfilment and helps students exercise ethical judgement and social responsibility.
Additional Learning Needs
We want our college to be a safe and inclusive place. A major part of it is including students with special learning needs. We have a number of professionals on board to make the learning process easy and fun for them. The team includes:
After proper evaluation, we will decide whether a student is eligible for these services. If so, we shall contact parents to seek approval and further considerations. Information regarding the relevant referral process is available directly from the college.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Interschool Competition
Students at AIC have the opportunities to compete with students in AIC Thornlie and Dianella and also with other schools in WA.
Building the bridges
AIC has been involved in attending and organising seminars/workshops with various faith-based schools to build relationships, create a culture of tolerance, and inculcate an appreciation of faith traditions beyond Islam.
Leadership and Peer Support Program
We motivate students to take part in the Student Representative Council and in programs within their local community. There are several leadership and peer support programs in schools for personal development. We train students to participate in Jumah Khutbah, assembly presentations, and in-schools and out of school presentations. Older students are assigned to support the newly enrolled students, honing their own skills, and allowing the juniors to benefit from their experiences.
Quality Pastoral Care
AIC focuses on positive behavior for learning, teaching, and counselling students. We have a specific Behaviour Management Team that provides quality pastoral care to ensure that the emotional needs of the students are met.
Minimum School Fees and Charges
AIC charges a low amount as compared to independent and catholic schools. Parents are encouraged to discuss any concerns regarding school fees with the Business Manager/Principal. Where appropriate, parents will be able to make alternate arrangements to pay the fees. Our only request is to not ignore notice of payments and timely respond to us.
Interpreting and Translation Services
AIC provides access to interpreting and translating services free of charge. Parents of students from non-English speaking background may request interpreters for parent-teacher interviews.
Citizenship
AIC promotes active citizenship by teaching students about Australia and celebrating the following days:
Student Wellbeing and Counselling Services
We have appointed an Islamic Scholar to work with the Principal, Deputy Principals, Year Coordinators and provide support to students in the following areas:
Transition from AIC Thornlie, Dianella and Kewdale Primary ,Year 10 from Thornlie and Dianella to Year 11 in Kewdale High School
In an effort to familiarize Year 10 Thornlie and Dianella students with the Kewdale students and teachers, we arrange following events throughout the year:
Year 7 boys from Thornlie and Dianella to Year 8 in Kewdale High School
Year 6 from Kewdale primary to Year 7 in Kewdale High School
At the Australian Islamic College, we want to protect the rights of each student. We want to ensure an environment wherein a student is free from all forms of bullying, including cyber, physical, and verbal. An important part of this is using social media and we expect our students to utilize it in a respectful manner. It must not be used to insult, share offensive or inappropriate content, or to misrepresent our institution or any member of it.
When using social media, students are expected to abide by the following rules: