Scholarships

Vision and Mission

The Forerunners Scholarship was born out of a deep understanding of the challenges many Muslim families face when trying to give their children an education that honours both their faith and their future.

Our founder, as a sibling of a migrant family, an educator, and advocate for equitable education has experienced first-hand how the mainstream system fails to nurture the potential of children who were quiet, underrepresented, or simply different. Despite years of advocacy and leadership in education reform, she realised real change would never come from within a system that wasn’t built for us.

The Forerunners Education was created as a bold alternative. An alternative rooted in Islam with all its values. The Forerunners Scholarship reflects this mission: to open the door for students each year to access a transformational education without the weight of financial barriers. It’s not just about affordability, it’s about unlocking excellence, nurturing adab, and raising young leaders who will give back to their communities with ihsan.

🌟 Who is this scholarship for?

This opportunity is for sincere families who are:

  • Struggling financially and unable to afford private homeschooling

  • Committed to raising children who embody excellence in both their Islamic character and academic efforts

  • Seeking an alternative to the mainstream education system that aligns with their values and vision for their child

And for the student who is:

  • Entering Year 7 (aged 11–12) in the coming academic year

  • Showing good adab, curiosity, and a service-driven mindset

  • Ready to grow in both deen and dunya, with consistent effort and commitment

This scholarship is designed for the family that says: “We’re ready to give our best but we just need the door to open.”

This opportunity is open globally!

Applications Open: Sunday 1st June
Applications Close: Tuesday 1st July
Interviews Held: W/c 10th July
Final Decision & Announcement: 30th July

Scholarship Requirements

If selected, the student and family must commit to:

  • Full participation in The Forerunners Education’s homeschooling programme

  • Regular attendance and timely submission of all assigned academic and Islamic work

  • Minimum 10 hours of community service per term

  • Monthly mentoring and termly progress reflections

  • Active parental involvement in the student’s development

  • Agreement to annual review of scholarship based on performance, effort, and character

This is not a passive award, it’s a partnership.

How to Apply

The application process includes 4 steps:

  1. Submit the Application Form

    • Includes Parent/Guardian & Student sections

  2. Attach Required Documents

    • Financial evidence (e.g. payslip, or benefit letter)

    • Reference letter from a teacher, imam, or mentor

    • Contact details for your referees

  3. Shortlisting + Interviews

    • Selected families will be invited for an online interview

  4. Final Selection

    • One student will be awarded The Forerunners Scholarship