THE ARABIC CENTRE

Excellence. Discipline. Mastery.

We prioritize academic excellence over enrollment volume. At The Arabic Centre, we believe that education is a craft that requires focus, precision, and a high standard of instruction. By maintaining small group dynamics, we ensure that every student receives the intellectual attention necessary to master the Arabic language.

Our Pedagogy

Our curriculum for P1 through Sec 4 is built on an original framework of in-house materials and lesson plans. We have developed a system that is precisely aligned with local Madrasah curricula, emphasizing deep vocabulary retention and translation skills to ensure our students exceed school requirements.

A Dedicated Team

We are supported by a specialized team of educators dedicated to the academic progress of our students. This team works collaboratively to cater to individual learning needs, ensuring that our high standards of discipline and quality are maintained in every classroom.

Leadership & Expertise

The Centre is led by our Founder and Principal, Ustaz Abdillah Razali. Holding a Master’s degree in Educational Management from NIE NTU, he brings a sophisticated level of academic oversight to our programs. His professional journey includes a decade of linguistic immersion in Kuwait and over seven years of experience as a lecturer. This ensures that our curriculum is both authentic and pedagogically sound.

We believe that a disciplined and structured environment is the essential foundation for success.

LEADERSHIP

Ustaz Abdillah bin Razali

Founder & Principal

Ustaz Abdillah Razali is the Founder and Principal of The Arabic Centre, where he bridges a decade of profound academic grounding with instructional leadership.

  • An alumnus of Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah, Ustaz Abdillah holds a Master’s degree in Educational Management from NIE NTU, which provides the professional and structured framework for the centre’s operations and curriculum design. His leadership is informed by ten years of study in Kuwait, where he earned his Bachelor’s in Jurisprudence and its Principles from Kuwait University. This period of deep linguistic and cultural exposure allows him to provide students with a natural and polished command of the Arabic language.

    As an instructional leader with seven years of experience as a lecturer—including his work with Institut Pengajian Islam Pergas (IPIP) — Ustaz Abdillah specializes in the technical development of examination materials. Professionally trained in crafting assessment questions, he ensures that the centre’s resources are not only academically thorough but precisely aligned with local standards. By personally teaching and overseeing the learning environment, Ustaz Abdillah ensures that the centre’s commitment to discipline and structured milestones remains the foundation of every student’s success.

Ustaz Hassanuddin bin Razali

Manager, Secondary Levels

Ustaz Hassanuddin serves as the Manager for Secondary Levels at The Arabic Centre, where he oversees the academic progression and curriculum standards for all secondary-level programs.

  • An alumnus of Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah, Ustaz Hassanuddin earned his degree from the Faculty of Islamic Sharia at Al-Azhar University in Cairo. He is currently specializing further through a Master’s degree at Al-Azhar and a Post-Diploma Programme in contemporary jurisprudence at Dar al-Ifta’ Egypt.

    At the centre, he applies his advanced scholarly background to curate instructional materials that meet high academic and linguistic standards. His expertise in Islamic writing and translation is a core asset to the management of our secondary modules, ensuring that every lesson is both authentic and pedagogically sound.

OUR TRAINERS

Ustazah Siti Fatimatuzzahraa binte Razali

Trainer, Primary Levels

Ustazah Fatima is a Primary Level Trainer who teaches foundational Arabic programs at The Arabic Centre.

  • An alumnus of Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah, Ustazah Fatima is currently completing her final year of undergraduate studies at Al-Azhar University.

    In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she manages the center’s financial accounts and provides essential administrative oversight. She also serves as a relief instructor for online classes, ensuring that instructional quality and academic continuity are maintained for every student.

Ustaz Muhammad Ian Mirza Bin Mohamad Noor

Trainer, Primary & Secondary Levels

Ustaz Muhammad Ian Mirza is a Trainer at The Arabic Centre, specializing in Arabic and Islamic studies for primary and secondary levels.

  • An alumnus of Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah, Ustaz Ian has contributed significantly since 2022 to the centre’s development of primary-level curricula and the drafting of workbook materials. These resources are developed under the centre's rigorous standards to ensure they are precisely structured and cater to various learning paces.

    Ustaz Ian’s teaching career, which began in 2018, spans both classroom and private settings across digital and physical platforms. His approach focuses on making complex subjects engaging and practical, ensuring students build a solid foundation. In addition to his work at the centre, he is active in the field of research, providing guidance on Shariah-related matters within Islamic finance.

    He holds a Master of Science in Islamic Finance from INCEIF University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence from Kuwait University. This academic background allows him to bridge traditional Islamic sciences with modern analytical training, providing students with a polished and thorough educational experience.

Ustazah Nurjannah Binte Shonnar

Trainer, Primary & Secondary Levels

Ustazah Nurjannah is a trainer at the Arabic Centre, specializing in Arabic and Islamic studies for primary and secondary levels.

  • An alumna of Madrasah Wak Tanjong Al-Islamiah and Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah, Ustazah Nurjannah developed an early foundation in linguistic precision through competitive public speaking and debate. This background, combined with her Bachelor’s degree in Arabic Language and Literature from Al-Azhar University, provides her with the academic grounding necessary to simplify complex linguistic concepts for students of all ages.

    Ustazah Nurjannah demonstrates exceptional instructional agility across both primary and secondary levels. As a versatile educator, she is instrumental in delivering the center’s curriculum through highly interactive online platforms, utilizing her background in communication to ensure digital lessons remain engaging and student-focused.

    Beyond the classroom, Ustazah Nurjannah’s pedagogical leadership is informed by her tenure at PERGAS, where she served as the Personal Assistant to the Former President. This experience in professional administration, coupled with her past leadership as the President of PERKEMAS in Egypt, ensures a polished and thorough approach to student management. At The Arabic Centre, she leverages her diverse skillset to maintain a structured yet dynamic learning environment, driving academic milestones for all her students.