A place for worship, learning and community.
As Suffah Academy is a Musalla and Deeni educational charity in Bolton. Established in May 2019, we help children and adults develop their understanding of Islam, put its teachings into practice and strengthen their relationship with Allah.
Our work follows the Sunni Hanafi tradition, drawing on the scholarship of the Deobandi tradition.
Through worship, education and beneficial activities, we encourage the practice of Deen, nurture good character and inspire lifelong learning.
Musalla and worship
Our Musalla provides a place for the five daily ṣalāh and Jumuʿah, alongside religious reminders and learning.
Madrasah Ibn Abbas
Our children’s madrasah offers structured learning in Qur’an recitation, Deeni knowledge, duʿāʾs and daily religious practice. We aim to nurture good character, responsibility and respect alongside learning. Hifz provision is also available.
Adult Deeni learning
Classes, halaqahs and religious programmes provide opportunities for brothers and sisters to continue learning about their Deen.
Ijāzah courses in Tajwīd and Qirāʾāt
The Academy offers formal ijāzah courses in Tajwīd and Qirāʾāt under Qari Adil Mogradia Sahib, a graduate of Islamic Da’wah Academy, Leicester, UK, and Jamiah Falahe Darayn, Tadkeshwar, India.
The provision includes Ḥafṣ ʿan ʿĀṣim, Sabʿah (the seven readings), and both ʿAsharah Ṣughrā and ʿAsharah Kubrā (the ten readings).
Girls’ Kids Club
Our dedicated girls’ Kids Club runs regularly, providing opportunities for beneficial activities, learning and friendship in a Deeni environment.
Contact us to enquire about our services and current programmes.
Our main premises
Our main premises on Melbourne Road were purchased in April 2020 and provide a dedicated space for ṣalāh, Deeni education and community activities.
6 Melbourne Road — our next stage
Purchased on 5 June 2025, 6 Melbourne Road is currently undergoing refurbishment and an extension. It is not yet in use.
Once ready, it will provide a dedicated facility for the girls’ madrasah and women’s classes. Further services are also planned for the premises.
2019 — Our beginnings
The Academy began with men’s Tajwīd classes. Madrasah Ibn Abbas was established in former shop premises on Derby Street, Bolton.
2020 — A permanent home
In April 2020, the Academy purchased its main premises on Melbourne Road. The five daily ṣalāh began at the premises, providing a permanent home for worship and learning.
2021 — Expanding adult learning
Urdu Dars-e-Qur’an began under Maulana Suleman Mogradia Sahib, alongside English lessons from Riyāḍ al-Ṣāliḥīn under Maulana Ilyas Mogradia Sahib.
February 2025 — Jumuʿah ṣalāh begins
As Suffah Academy began providing Jumuʿah ṣalāh in Shaʿbān 1446 / February 2025. This was inaugurated under the auspices of Hazrat Mufti Sulayman Lasnia Sahib ḥafiẓahullāh, senior ustadh at Islamic Da’wah Academy, Leicester.
June 2025 — Purchase of 6 Melbourne Road
On 5 June 2025, the Academy purchased 6 Melbourne Road to expand its educational facilities, with plans for a dedicated girls’ madrasah facility and women’s classes.
September 2025 — First Qirāʾah Jalsah
On Wednesday 3 September 2025, 11 Rabīʿ al-Awwal, the Academy held its first Qirāʾah Jalsah, marking its first qirāʾāt completions. The gathering took place under the auspices of Shaykh al-Qurrāʾ Qari Muhammad Siddiq Falahi Sahib.
We are grateful to everyone who supports As Suffah Academy through their duʿāʾs, donations, time and effort.
Your Lillah donations help us maintain our premises and continue our religious, educational and community work.
Visit our donation page to find out how you can support the Academy, or contact us for further information.