Examination System
Examination System
Examination & Assessment System
At Daarul-Arqam Islamic Schools, our assessment framework is designed to evaluate both academic mastery and spiritual-moral growth. We follow the assessment guidelines set by the National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) alongside structured evaluations for our Islamic and Qur’anic curriculum.
1. Internal School Assessments
Rather than relying solely on final exams, we use a balanced Continuous Assessment (CA) and Summative Evaluation model to track every student’s progress throughout the year:
- Continuous Assessments (30%): Weekly quizzes, class assignments, laboratory practicals, project work, and active classroom participation.
- Mid-Term Assessments (20%): Conducted in the middle of each term (March/April and September) to identify learning gaps early.
- Terminal & Annual Examinations (50%): Comprehensive written, oral, and practical examinations held at the end of Term 1 (May) and Term 2 (November).
2. National Examinations (NECTA)
As an accredited institution in Tanzania, our students are rigorously prepared through regular mock exams and revision camps for all mandatory national assessments:
| Examination Level | Target Class | Assessment Body |
| SFNA (Standard Four National Assessment) | Primary – Standard IV | NECTA |
| PSLE (Primary School Leaving Examination) | Primary – Standard VII | NECTA |
| FTNA (Form Two National Assessment) | Secondary – Form II | NECTA |
| CSEE (Certificate of Secondary Education Examination) | Secondary – Form IV | NECTA |
3. Islamic & Qur’anic Evaluation (Deeniyat & Hifz)
Our Islamic studies evaluation measures both theoretical understanding and practical application:
- Oral & Recitation Exams (Shafahi): Assessing Tajweed rules, fluency in Qur’anic recitation, Hifz (memorization accuracy), and daily Duas.
- Written Exams (Tahriri): Testing comprehension in Fiqh, Aqeedah, Seerah, Hadith, and Arabic language.
- Tarbiyah & Character Assessment: Observing daily Salah discipline, Adab (etiquette with teachers and peers), cleanliness, and leadership traits.
4. Grading & Parent Reporting
We maintain a transparent grading system aligned with national standards:
| Grade | Score Range | Remarks |
| A | 75% – 100% | Excellent |
| B | 65% – 74% | Very Good |
| C | 45% – 64% | Good / Satisfactory |
| D | 30% – 44% | Basic / Needs Improvement |
| F | 0% – 29% | Unsatisfactory (Remedial Support Required) |
- Progress Reports & Parent-Teacher Conferences: At the end of every term, parents receive a detailed Academic & Tarbiyah Report Card during scheduled Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTM) to discuss their child’s strengths and areas for growth.
- Remedial Support: Special coaching and mentorship sessions are arranged for students who need extra academic or Qur’anic assistance.