Our Story & Mission
For over 45 years, Muslim Community School and Alim Academy has been a cornerstone of Islamic education in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Rooted in Faith,
Built for Excellence
Alim Academy / Muslim Community School is a private, non-profit, non-sectarian Islamic educational institution serving students from 6 weeks through 12th grade in Potomac, Maryland. We are committed to producing well-educated, moral, confident, and innovative global citizens.
Our curriculum follows Maryland State and Common Core standards, fully aligned with Montgomery County, while weaving Islamic studies, Arabic, and Quran into every level of our students’ education.
Four Decades of Growth
Founded as Muslim Community School
Established to serve the growing Muslim families of Montgomery County, Maryland.
Incorporated as a Non-Profit
Formally incorporated in Montgomery County with 501(c)(3) status effective July 1986.
Maryland State Approval — First in the DMV
Received MD State Certificate of Approval for K–8, becoming the first full-time Muslim school in the DMV with state approval.
State Tax Exemption Granted
Awarded Maryland State Sales and Use Tax Exemption, recognizing our non-profit educational mission.
First High School Graduation
Our inaugural senior class graduated, prepared for college and beyond.
Cognia Accreditation Awarded
Alim Academy, Inc. was officially awarded Cognia accreditation on June 17, 2022, recognized by NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI — joining a global network of over 36,000 accredited institutions in 85 countries.
Celebrating 45 Years of Excellence
Serving hundreds of families with a full program from daycare through Grade 12, rooted in faith and committed to academic excellence.
Our Five Core Commitments
Academic Rigor
Standards-aligned curriculum preparing students for college and lifelong success.
Islamic Values
Quran, Arabic, and Islamic studies at every grade level, every day.
Character Development
Nurturing moral, confident, and compassionate young people.
Global Citizenship
Preparing students to contribute meaningfully to community and the world.
Community Partnership
Strong bonds between school, families, and the broader Muslim community of Maryland.
Beyond the Classroom
Our students participate in competitions and activities that build leadership, creativity, and civic responsibility.
Model United Nations
Students represent world nations and engage in global diplomacy and issues.
Science & Art Fairs
Montgomery County Science and Art Fair participants every year.
MIST Competition
DC and National Muslim Interscholastic Tournament participants.
Future City
Students design and build cities of the future in this national STEM competition.