Al Amerat Quran School: A community triumph

It was not an easy journey for Amal al Abri, the founder of Al Amerat Quran Endowment School. What began as a small voluntary initiative in the women’s prayer hall at Tunis Mosque gradually turned into one of the most inspiring community education projects in Al Amerat.
Through determination, personal sacrifice and strong belief in the value of Quran education, she managed to transform a simple idea into a sustainable endowment school serving hundreds of students.
The idea was born when children attending Quran lessons exceeded the capacity of the mosque space. Amal al Abri realised that the need was growing and that many families were searching for affordable, reliable and value-based education for their children. Together with her husband, she decided to take a courageous step by renting a building and establishing organised classrooms, officially founding the school in 2014.

The school started with only 40 students. Over the years, trust in the project increased and the number gradually rose to nearly 200, coming from Al Amerat and surrounding areas.
Today, the school stands as a respected educational centre that combines Quran education with academic enrichment in Arabic, English and mathematics.
The development of the school did not stop at student numbers. Continuous improvements were made to the facilities, including classroom construction, renovation of floors and walls, ceiling maintenance, storage rooms and sanitation facilities. Every step aimed to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment.
Educationally, the school adopted modern teaching strategies and contemporary phonics programmes, while maintaining Quran values as the foundation. This balance allowed students to grow academically and morally at the same time.

The school serves multiple segments of society. In the morning, it welcomes preschool children aged three to five. In the evening, it offers free Quran education for women, as well as Quran learning programmes for school students. This wide service scope reflects the school’s strong social commitment.
One of the school’s most remarkable achievements is offering education at a symbolic monthly fee of only RO 16, making quality learning accessible to families who cannot afford private schools. In addition, dozens of students are fully sponsored every year and receive free education.
The endowment fund plays a critical role in sustaining the school, covering teachers’ salaries, rent, utility bills and maintenance. However, the journey has not been free of hardship.
Amal al Abri openly acknowledges that maintaining the school has required personal sacrifices, including selling valuable belongings and relying on family support during difficult financial periods.

Despite these challenges, her vision remains clear. The future goal is to establish a modern, safe building equipped with smart classrooms and advanced educational tools that reflect the dignity of Quran education in today’s world.
Beyond education, the school contributes to society by providing job opportunities for Omani women, training secondary school graduates and organising seasonal educational programmes throughout the year.
The Al Amerat Quran Endowment School is not merely an educational institution; it is a living story of perseverance, faith and community service. It proves that with sincerity, vision and dedication, small voluntary efforts can grow into powerful institutions that shape generations and strengthen society.