Nurturing character and inspiring transformation within individuals, schools and communities.
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Choose the path that meets you where you are — we'll take you straight to it.
I · Why We Exist
At the Centre of Character Education, we believe the ultimate aim of education is not merely academic success, but the cultivation of individuals who embody knowledge with wisdom, integrity, and excellence.
Inspired by the rich tradition of Islamic pedagogy, we help schools, educators, families, and communities nurture character through meaningful educational experiences. Our work is guided by The Ihsan Framework©, integrating Islamic anthropology, tarbiyah, and contemporary curriculum design.
Our mission is to transform learning into a journey of character formation — where faith informs knowledge, knowledge inspires action, and action cultivates lives of purpose and contribution.
Our Story
The Centre of Character Education was founded by two sisters, Aliaa and Abeer Alhaidabi, who share a deep conviction that education should transform lives — not simply transfer knowledge.
Abeer's years of classroom practice culminated in The Ihsan Framework©. Aliaa's work in personal development revealed a similar need beyond the classroom — through coaching, creative practice and reflective conversation. Together, these complementary paths gave rise to a place where education is a lifelong journey of becoming.
Because education is more than preparing people for examinations — it is preparing them for life. And character is not merely taught; it is intentionally cultivated.
Our Vision
To become a leading centre for character formation that inspires transformation within individuals, schools and communities.
Our Mission
To help nurture character through programs, professional learning and curriculum solutions grounded in an authentic Islamic worldview.
III · What We Offer
Personal development programs designed for children, adults and educators.
Explore →02Creative and educational workshops for adults and young learners alike.
Explore →03Islamic curriculum consultancy for schools and educators.
Explore →04Professional educational consultancy for school leadership teams.
Explore →IV · Our Offerings
Each offering is built on the Ihsan Framework© — choose the path that meets you where you are.
Helping young people understand themselves, their values and their choices.
Equipping teachers to form character — in their students and in themselves.
Formation for people leading others — and leading themselves.
For Schools
A complete partnership for schools ready to embed character formation across an entire key learning area — from curriculum architecture to equipped, confident educators, with support that continues beyond the launch.
A full PDH (Personal Development and Health) key learning area re-architected around the Ihsan Framework© — units, outcomes and lesson pathways that form character from the inside out, aligned to your school’s stage outcomes.
A complete library of teaching resources, slide decks and classroom materials ready for every unit — so educators can teach the framework with confidence from day one.
An introductory session during your staff development day to ground educators in the framework, plus a mid-term follow-up to deepen practice, troubleshoot and refine classroom delivery.
Continuing partnership with your leadership and teaching teams — planning, review and responsive support that keeps the implementation alive and growing across the year.
One framework. One faculty. A whole-school culture of character formation.
Enquire about school-wide implementationThe Journal
Research, essays and field notes from the Centre of Character Education — exploring tarbiyah, the Ihsan Framework and the inner life of the classroom.
VI · The Impact Narrative
Learners notice the intentions, emotions and values shaping their choices.
Reflection becomes responsibility, courage and compassionate contribution.
Character grows through sustained practice across school, home and community.
VII · Contact
Whether you're interested in partnering with us, booking a workshop, or learning more about our work, we'd love to hear from you.
