At a Glance
An Affordable Islamic School Where Faith and Academics Learn Side by Side
Families in Queens seeking an affordable Islamic education where children can learn Arabic, study Quran, and receive state-aligned academics without paying $30,000-$60,000 annually. Particularly well-suited for parents who want religious values woven throughout the curriculum rather than added on, and for families who prioritize community and cultural continuity alongside academic preparation. The $4,800 tuition makes this accessible to middle-income families who might otherwise struggle to afford private religious education.
- Annual tuition of $4,800 makes this one of the most affordable private schools in New York City
- Integrated Islamic and academic curriculum — students don't have to choose between religious and secular education
- Arabic language instruction with Islamic context, building bilingual skills
- Quran and Islamic studies taught daily, not just as elective add-ons
- State-approved curriculum means students meet NYSED requirements for college preparation
- Halal food environment ensures dietary compliance without families negotiating every lunch
- As a religiously-focused school, the environment may not suit families seeking secular education
- Smaller school size means potentially limited extracurricular activities and athletics
- No mention of advanced placement or specialized academic programs
- State-approved rather than more prestigious accreditation — parents should clarify what this means for their child's goals
- The school's small scale may mean less infrastructure than larger private schools
A small, affordable Islamic private school serving Queens families who want their children to receive both religious grounding and state-standard academics. The school integrates Quran, Arabic, and Islamic studies into a comprehensive curriculum aligned with New York State education requirements.
Parent reviews are positive, with families noting that children gain both academic knowledge and strong moral grounding. The focus on halal food and respectful relationships reflects the school's emphasis on community values. As an Islamic school, the community naturally shares religious and cultural bonds.
The school sits in Astoria-East Woodside, a neighborhood with deep roots in immigrant communities. Steinway Street is a commercial artery with Middle Eastern restaurants, grocery stores, and businesses — families will find a natural community here. The area offers good public transit connections and a working-family character.
The Steinway Street location is walkable and transit-friendly, with subway access nearby. Families from across Queens can reach the school relatively easily, though those outside the borough will face longer commutes.
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What Parents Are Saying
Good school with positive feedback; children gain knowledge, respect for people and halal food
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS yet on Motley. It's a private school in Astoria (East)-Woodside (North).
- How do students get into ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS?
- ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS public, charter, or private?
- ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS is a private school.
- What neighborhood is ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS in?
- ALMADINAH SCHOOL QNS is in Astoria (East)-Woodside (North), Queens.
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