Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar Overview
At Daarul-Arqam Islamic Schools, our academic year follows the official schedule of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (Tanzania) while accommodating major Islamic observances and holidays. The school year runs from January to December and is divided into two main terms.
| Term / Period | Months | Key Academic & Spiritual Activities |
| Term 1 | January – May | • New Academic Year & Student Orientation • Mid-Term Assessments (March/April) • Inter-School Academic & Qira'at Competitions • First Term Examinations (Late May) |
| Mid-Year Break | June | • Term 1 Holiday for Students • Teacher Training & Curriculum Review |
| Term 2 | July – November | • Second Term Classes Resume • Sports Week, Science & Islamic Exhibition • Mock & NECTA National Examinations • Annual End-of-Year Exams & Graduation Ceremony |
| Annual Break | December | • End-of-Year Vacation • Admissions & Preparation for the Next Academic Year |
Key Islamic & National Observances:
Alongside Tanzanian public holidays (such as Union Day, Saba Saba, Nyerere Day, and Independence Day), our calendar includes adjusted school timings during the blessed month of Ramadan and scheduled breaks for Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.
Upcoming Holidays & Events
- 16 December 2026 Holiday Victory Day
- 23 December 2026 – 31 December 2026 Event Picnic