We teach students to view the world through a Qur’anic lens

What is a Worldview?

“A worldview is that vision of reality and truth which… acts as the non-observable foundation of all human conduct including scientific and technological activities.”
— Alparslan Acikgenc, Islamic Science: Towards a Definition (Kuala Lumpur: ISTAC 1996)

The worldviews that we subscribe to shape our thoughts and actions and also influence the way we perceive the world, the natural sciences, the social sciences or humanities.

What is a Qur’anic Worldview?

The Qur’anic worldview refers to the comprehensive and integrated Islamic conceptions of life, reality, existence, truth and falsehood, as revealed by Allah, The Most Gracious in His Final Revelation, the Qur’an as a framework of fundamental doctrines, beliefs, principles, values, and norms to serve as True Guidance for all mankind towards achieving the objectives for which they were created. Learn more about the Qur’anic Worldview.

Integrating the QWV – The Legacy Approach

Legacy IOHS’s holistic approach aims to cultivate intellectual growth and transform the hearts of our students to incline towards Allah (swt) and serve society. Our contemporary, globally oriented program equips students for higher education, vocation, citizenship, and spiritual transformation.

إِنَّ فِي خَلْقِ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَاخْتِلَافِ اللَّيْلِ وَالنَّهَارِ لَآيَاتٍ لِأُولِي الْأَلْبَابِ ۝

الَّذِينَ يَذْكُرُونَ اللَّهَ قِيَامًا وَقُعُودًا وَعَلَى جُنُوبِهِمْ وَيَتَفَكَّرُونَ فِي خَلْقِ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ رَبَّنَا مَا خَلَقْتَ هَذَا بَاطِلًا سُبْحَانَكَ فَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ۝

There truly are signs in the creation of the heavens and earth, and in the alternation of night and day, for those with understanding, who remember God standing, sitting, and lying down, who reflect on the creation of the heavens and earth: ‘Our Lord! You have not created all this without purpose- You are far above that!- so protect us from the torment of the Fire.
[Surah Ale Imran 3:190-191]

Knowledge = Integration of Reason + Revelation

Foundational curriculum built on the QWV

All knowledge comes from Allah. At Legacy, we believe in the seamless integration of the subjects we teach with the Islamic way of life. That’s why our curriculum is designed from the ground up: materials carefully selected to support the Qur’anic worldview.

Teachers as Murabbis

Legacy’s process for selecting teachers is a rigorous one. Three key qualities are a must: deep knowledge of the subject matter, strong Islamic values, and mentorship ability. These essential qualities ensure the curriculum is delivered with excellence and the cultivation of Compassionate Global Leaders with noble character.

Project-Based Learning

Academic projects are designed with the Qur’anic worldview in mind, student practice skills and face real-world dilemmas that test the strength of their Islamic values. In addition to preparing students to navigate the world while applying QWV values, these activities also build their leadership skills and strengthen their peer relationships.