We’re excited to announce that Noor Arts is now offering Arabic Calligraphy Courses for adults and children, along with a Tezhip (Islamic Illumination) course for ladies!
🖋️ Why learn Arabic calligraphy?
Arabic is the language of the Qur’an, and writing it beautifully is a form of worship and spiritual connection. Learning calligraphy not only improves your handwriting and understanding of the Arabic script, but also nurtures patience, focus, and a love for the beauty of Islam.
As Muslims, we have a responsibility to preserve and promote Islamic arts — they are part of our identity, our history, and our legacy. Through these courses, children and adults alike can connect with their faith in a creative and meaningful way.
📚 Courses offered:
🔸 Arabic Calligraphy – Adults & Kids
🔸 Tezhip (Islamic Illumination) – Ladies only
📍 Classes in Epping, Melbourne
🗓️ Limited spots available
Details are in attached flyers.
Check out the website for course details: https://noorarts.store/courses/
Contact Waqas, Noor Arts: 0478 475 979
We are thrilled to announce that due to popular demand the Ladies Only Swimming program is continuing in term 3.
Sessions run on Mondays from 1pm to 2pm at Thomastown Recreation & Aquatic Centre (TRAC) proudly funded and supported by City of Whittlesea.
For sisters new to swimming there’s a dedicated female swimming instructor and lifeguard, and sessions are held in a separate private swimming area, suitable for Muslim women, complete with changing facilities.
Swimming Program – Term 3
Dates: Mondays, 21 July – 15 September 2025 (9 weeks)
Times: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Location: TRAC, 52-54 Main St, Thomastown
Female Instructor and Lifeguard
Please note, due to clash with previous bookings, the sessions on 18th & 25th August will run from 1.30 – 2.30 pm instead.
Join the WhatsApp group below for regular updates about this program;
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cbbt602AzbE2qvm9mCp7uB
Extend OSHC is staffed by a fully trained and experienced Child Carer who creates a fun, engaging, and supportive environment for the children. Families can enjoy peace of mind knowing their children are safe, well cared for, and enjoying themselves in a familiar setting – right here on school grounds.
Book now for Term 3!
After school care is available:
- 3:35pm – 6:30pm Mondays – Thursdays
- 2:00pm – 6:30pm Fridays
- During school terms
It is free to enrol your children. You only pay for bookings when using the service.
How to enrol and book after school care:
- Register for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) before you enrol (do this through your myGov account)
- Enrol your children via the Extend website: click here
- Nothing needs to be paid upfront.
- Once children are enrolled, you can book either permanently on the same days each week, or casually only when needed.
- The earlier ahead of time that you book, the cheaper the price (refer to attachments below for fees)
- Invoices are sent out every 2 weeks, after using the service. No fees need to be paid in advance.
Child Care Subsidy (CCS) will help reduce the amount you will need to pay for after school care. You can check how much subsidy you are entitled to by clicking here.
To work out how much CCS you are eligible for, Services Australia will look at:
- Your family’s income
- The number of hours you and your spouse work
- The number of children in your care
- The age of your children
Many of our families and children are already enjoying the after school care program – we’d love for your child to be part of it too.
Looking for a meaningful and fun way to give back to the planet? Join the City of Whittlesea (CoW) and local community members in honouring National Tree Day: Australia’s largest community tree-planting and nature care event.
Come along for a morning of hands-on conservation as we plant trees and shrubs to enhance local biodiversity, restore natural habitats, and beautify our precious green spaces. It’s a fantastic way to connect with nature, care for Country, and make a tangible difference—together.
📅 Sunday, 27 July
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Brunton Park Conservation Area
176W Everard Road, Mernda
🌱 Spots are limited, so don’t forget to register: https://bit.ly/40q8jdu
Our Mission
As an Australian school in the Islamic tradition, our mission is to develop enlightened individuals of learning and character.