Who We Are
Our Story
Insights from Families and Supplementary Schools
Prior to the birth of Educators’ Hub21, the team collaborated with other organisations on a community-based research project to understand Muslim families’ responses to the changes in sex education in schools. This earlier research aimed to map out how Muslim families interacted with cultural aspects of mainstream education and to produce recommendations for policymakers to enhance inclusiveness. Through focus groups and semi-structured interviews with community leaders, the team identified the significant yet underutilised role of supplementary schools in bridging the gap between home culture on one hand and mainstream school culture on the other, for thousands of children from minority communities.
Building on this insight, the team then conducted more focused research specifically on supplementary schools, which led to the conception of Educators’ Hub21 from real engagement and understanding.
Research and Consultation
The launch of Educators’ Hub21 followed four months of research involving interviews with school leaders and teachers, as well as a documentation review. Findings revealed challenges and opportunities for supplementary schools, and the launch conference served to present recommendations, discuss data, and propose practical solutions.
It aims to be a reliable hub for professional development, collaboration, and innovation in Arabic teaching supplementary education.
On March 9, 2025, the International Forum for Islamic Dialogue -IFID launched the Educators’ Hub21 in a one day conference in London, focusing on Arabic Supplementary Education. The conference gathered teachers, school principals, curriculum specialists, and community leaders from the UK, whose insights helped shape the Hub’s vision and laid the foundation for future endeavors.
Our Mission
Educators’ Hub21 exists to empower Arab educators and supplementary schools across the UK by providing high-quality training, research, and networking opportunities. We cultivate leadership, foster innovation in curriculum and pedagogy, and strengthen the visibility of Arab educational contributions, ensuring that educators and schools have the tools, community, and recognition they need to thrive.
Our Vision
Our aim is to become the leading hub for Arab educators in the UK, a vibrant, hybrid community that inspires excellence, shapes innovative educational practices, and amplifies the voices of Arab educators and schools, making them integral to the UK’s educational and cultural landscape.
Our Core Values
Empowerment
We enable Arab educators and
schools to unlock their potential
through leadership development,
training, and access to resources..
Excellence
We strive to maintain the highest standards in teaching, curriculum design, and professional practices, nurturing a culture of ongoing growth.
Collaboration
We build bridges between educators, schools, institutions, and communities, creating a supportive network that thrives on shared knowledge and collective action.
Cultural Identity & Inclusion
We celebrate the richness of Arab culture and heritage, ensuring that Arab educators and supplementary schools are recognised as a vital part of the UK’s educational fabric.
Values-Inspired Practice
Our work is grounded in the ethical, cultural, and faith perspectives that shape many Arab communities. These values guide us to uphold integrity, responsibility, and a commitment to the public good.