Revival Ihya School
The First Accredited Classical Islamic School in America
Revival Ihya cultivates a deep love for the deen, learning, and knowledge, empowering students to thrive in any calling or career. We offer a full-time educational program for 1st to 8th grade students.
Knowledge of God
Qur’an , Arabic Immersion, and foundational Islamic knowledge in creed, jurisprudence, Prophetic teachings, and spirituality.
Knowledge of Humanity
History, geography, literature, language arts, fine & common arts, and personal development.
Knowledge of the Universe
Knowledge of the universe includes science, nature study, and mathematics.
Aims of the Program
Knowledge
To seek and master the tools of learning, recognizing that all knowledge is interconnected and ultimately leads to the One ﷻ.
Love
To nurture wonder, creativity, and reflection, cultivating a lifelong love of learning and a confident Muslim identity rooted in love for Allah ﷻ and His Messenger ﷺ.
Stewardship
To develop noble character and refined manners, preparing leaders for successful service to God and humanity.
What Makes Ihya Different?
No fish will be forced to fly, and no bird will be forced to swim.
Family Environment
With a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio, students share learning in a tightly bound community classrooms, student mentors, and Socratic seminars, all in a homeschool-like environment.
Standards of Excellence
Classical education focuses on mastery in reading, writing, and math, combined with the tools of learning. Students consistently read and write above grade level, and score higher than 95% in mathematics.
Classical Education
Our curriculum and teaching methods are time-tested, inspiring a love of truth, goodness, and beauty in every subject, cultivating a life-long love of learning.
Innovative Model
Our unique Integrated Studies Model offers students the opportunity to choose when and what they learn, set their own weekly goals and schedule, and take responsibility for their learning.
Our Religious Approach
Students learn by sitting at the feet of scholars, simulating a traditional environment of seeking knowledge, including Islamic sciences, immersive Arabic, hadith, and Qur’an.
Character Development
Tarbiyya is accomplished by analyzing each child’s temperament and individual character, providing practical solutions for refining their character and instilling virtue.
Our Philosophy
No homework.
Homework isn’t a default expectation. Students learn deeply and purposefully during the school day, eliminating unnecessary stress and preserving family time.
No Grades
Students are assessed, not graded. They receive ongoing feedback and multiple opportunities to grow and master the material, fostering intrinsic motivation and a genuine love of learning. Real learning isn’t about covering content or checking off standards.
No Technology
True, focused learning does not require screens. Students use books, paper, and pens, tools shown to improve comprehension, retention, and attention by minimizing distractions.
No Large Classrooms
With a 1:6 student–teacher ratio, each child receives a highly individualized education. Students progress according to their strengths and needs—not according to a preset grade-level box.
Portrait of a Student
Students at Ihya
- Cultivate deep understanding, thoughtful discernment, and articulate expression.
- Make connections in their learning and see all knowledge as interconnected.
- Remain grounded in their tradition and firmly rooted in their faith.
- Seek truth, goodness, and beauty in all things, recognizing the signs and attributes of Allah throughout creation.
- Embody wonder, reflection, and a genuine love of learning—both within the classroom and beyond it.
- Uphold noble character and exemplary manners in both public and private life.
- Engage regularly in spiritual introspection, acts of worship, and remembrance.
- Prepare themselves for a purposeful and successful future in service to others.
Schedule
Our full-time K-8 program operates Monday to Thursday 9:00 AM-3:30 PM. On Fridays we offer community service opportunities, personal development workshops, and other extra curricular activities.
Admissions
Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy
Apply: Complete our online application and submit the required documentation.
Parent interview: This typically takes 45 minutes to an hour and is designed for just the parents. Children are welcome to attend if no childcare can be provided.
Notification: Within two weeks of the deadline, all families will be notified of their acceptance/rejection.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition: $7,500.00 per year/ per student (September-June). Tuition can be paid in three ways: monthly payments, quarterly installments, or in full.
Curriculum and Supply Fee: $500.00 (required for all returning and new students, non-refundable) Sibling Discount :10% off tuition for second child, 15% for third
Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy
Revival Ihya admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Revival Ihya does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.