Who are we?
Welcome to the DAROULHOUDA ACADEMY Online School, your space dedicated to learning the Quran!
Our mission is to make learning the Quran easy for everyone, regardless of age or location. We believe everyone deserves to strengthen their knowledge of the Quran, and our platform is designed to offer flexible, personalized, and self-paced learning.
Our Dedicated and Inspiring Teachers
At DAROULHOUDA ACADEMY, we pride ourselves on our team of qualified teachers. Each teacher brings not only their expertise in teaching the Quran, but also a deep passion and sincere respect for Quranic teachings. Thanks to their commitment, our students thrive in a motivating, caring, and inspiring learning environment.
Ismaila Ibrahima BARRY
is the founder of Daroul Houda Academy. A renowned Quranic instructor, he specializes in Tajwid and Hifz (memorization) with certifications (Ijazah and Sanad). He has studied with many eminent scholars and at renowned Islamic institutions around the world.
In 2007, he earned a bachelor's degree in jurisprudence and Islamic studies from the Aliou Boun Abi Talib Institute in Dakar, Senegal. After memorizing the entire Holy Quran, he began teaching it in 2012.
Mastering three widely spoken languages (Arabic, French, as well as his mother tongue, Fulani, and Wolof), he is able to transmit his knowledge to a wide audience. In addition, he is proficient in four of the main readings of the Holy Quran (Ḥafs, Warsh, Qālūn, and Ad-Dūrī) and has been certified to teach and issue an official certificate (Ijazah) to students who meet the required requirements.
Education and Training
Sharjah Noble Quran and Sunnah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
The Holy Mosque, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Aliou Boun Abi Talib Institute, Dakar, Senegal
