Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah

What Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah does

Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah (MAI) is a Singapore-based Islamic-inspired academic madrasah operating as one of only three institutions under Singapore's Joint Madrasah System (JMS). It serves secondary school students aged 13-17 and their families at a single Toa Payoh campus (3 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, Singapore 319378), combining secular academic preparation for the GCE O-Level examinations with comprehensive Islamic studies.

The school's product offering centers on a core academic curriculum and Islamic studies program, augmented by a layered set of differentiated programs: Positive Education (character development grounded in positive psychology), iSTEM, Co-Curricular Activities, the MAI Scholars' Programme for high performers, Student Leadership, Service Learning, Global & Experiential Learning, and Pastoral Care & Career Guidance. The supporting technology layer is modest and consists of standard educational web infrastructure — an Augmented Reality visualization of a new school building, interactive 3D flipbook yearbooks (2021–2025), a bilingual (English/Malay) content website, and downloadable newsletters (2016–2021). No proprietary AI, API, or platform technology is disclosed.

MAI is a private, non-profit educational institution that does not publish financial information. Revenue is generated through recurring student enrollment (tuition-style) supplemented by an active community fundraising program called "Giving to MAI," which invites donations and supports initiatives such as Arnold's Fundraising coupons. Go-to-market is direct, sales-led admissions at the campus, with marketing executed through the school website, blog posts in English and Malay, annual yearbooks, and newsletters targeting prospective parents and the wider Singapore Muslim community. MAI is not publicly traded, has no disclosed investors or parent entity, and holds no patents or disclosed partnerships.

Name

Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah

Legal name

Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah

Website

https://mai.sg

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah is one of three madrasahs under Singapore's Joint Madrasah System, providing secondary students with GCE O-Level preparation integrated with Islamic studies and character development programs at its Toa Payoh campus.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Islamic Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Islamic Colleges & Sharia/Fiqh Institutes (EDAHAKAI)

Keywords

• Islamic secondary education
• GCE O-Level preparation
• Religious schooling
• Madrasah education
• Character development programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

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Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Educational Services: MAI provides Islamic-inspired academic education as a madrasah under Singapore's Joint Madrasah System. Revenue is generated through student enrollment in academic programs combining secular education (GCE O-Levels) with Islamic studies.
2. Donations and Fundraising: MAI operates a 'Giving to MAI' program accepting donations and support from the community to fund operations and student development.

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Core offering

Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah (MAI) is a private Islamic-inspired academic school in Singapore operating under the Joint Madrasah System. It delivers secondary education that combines secular academics (GCE O-Level preparation) with comprehensive Islamic religious studies, complemented by programs such as Positive Education, iSTEM, Co-Curricular Activities, the MAI Scholars' Programme, Student Leadership, Service Learning, Global & Experiential Learning, and Pastoral Care & Career Guidance.

Product overview

Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah (MAI) is an Islamic-inspired academic school operating as a unified educational institution with multiple integrated programs. The core offerings include the Academic Curriculum preparing students for GCE O-Level examinations, and Islamic Studies focusing on Quranic education. These are complemented by specialized programs including Positive Education for character development, iSTEM for integrated STEM learning, and CCA for extracurricular activities. MAI also offers enhancement programs such as the Scholars' Programme for high-achieving students, Student Leadership development, Service Learning, Global & Experiential Learning opportunities, and Pastoral Care & Career Guidance services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Academic Curriculum Core academic curriculum covering standard subjects (Maths, Science, etc.) designed to prepare secondary school students for the GCE O-Level examinations in Singapore.
• Islamic Studies Islamic religious education program focusing on Quran reading, understanding, and the appreciation of Islamic values, delivered alongside the academic curriculum.
• Positive Education Character development and well-being program based on positive psychology principles, fostering attributes such as keihsanan (excellence) and compassion in students.
• iSTEM (Islamic Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Integrated STEM program delivered through an Islamic lens, combining Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics learning with the school's broader educational philosophy.
• Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) Extracurricular activities encompassing sports, arts, and community service programs, including participation in inter-school competitions such as indoor archery.
• MAI Scholars' Programme High-performance scholarship program, including the Ustaz Abdul Rahman Harun Scholarship award, designed for academically gifted students to achieve greater heights.
• Student Leadership Program Leadership development program cultivating student leaders through probationary prefect appointments, committee roles, and structured leadership pathways.
• Service Learning Community service program that integrates academic learning with volunteer work and social impact, grounded in Islamic values of community contribution.
• Global & Experiential Learning International exchange and experiential learning opportunities designed to give students global exposure beyond the local classroom.
• Pastoral Care & Career Guidance Student welfare support, counselling, and career counseling services to support students' well-being and post-secondary planning.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students achieved excellent GCE O-Level results with significant improvements across all subjects

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Technology focussed No

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Direct peers

• Madrasah Irsyad Zuhri Al-Islamiah: Third madrasah under Singapore's Joint Madrasah System, comparable in regulatory standing, curriculum structure (GCE O-Levels + Islamic studies), and student demographic.
• Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah: One of the other two madrasahs under Singapore's Joint Madrasah System, offering the same combination of GCE O-Level preparation and Islamic studies. Most direct comparable in curriculum, regulatory status, and target demographic.

Broad incumbents

• Stamford American International School: Premium IB/American-curriculum international school in Singapore. Comparable private school alternative for Singapore families evaluating non-madrasah pathways.
• Singapore American School: Large premium international school in Singapore serving affluent expatriate and local families with K-12 education. Comparable as a private Singapore school competing for the same premium family demographic, though secular in orientation.
• United World College of South East Asia: Large IB-curriculum international school in Singapore with strong values-based mission. Comparable as a high-ticket private Singapore school competing for values-oriented families.
• Tanglin Trust School: Established British-curriculum international school in Singapore serving affluent families. Comparable as a premium private K-12 alternative that some Muslim families may select over a madrasah.
• Nanyang Girls' High School: Elite Singapore secondary school with rigorous academics and broad enrichment. Comparable as a top-tier Singapore secondary school alternative.
• Australian International School: Premium international school in Singapore offering Australian curriculum from early years through secondary. Comparable private Singapore school competing for the same premium family segment.
• Hwa Chong Institution: Top-tier Singapore secondary school with strong academic track record and enrichment programs. Comparable as a high-outcome Singapore secondary institution competing for academically focused families.

Regional players

• International Islamic School Malaysia: Malaysia-based Islamic K-12 institution combining secular and religious education. Comparable as a regionally adjacent Islamic-curriculum school, though operating in a different regulatory and geographic context.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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