Islamic Academy of Riverside
Welcome to IAR

Faith. Learning. Character. Community.

A welcoming school community where students learn, discover, serve, and grow together from early childhood through K–8.

31+ monthsPreschool starting age
K–8Elementary & middle grades
WASCAccredited school
1987School community roots
Islamic Academy of Riverside school community
A Welcome from IAR

Welcome from Principal Reham Shaath

Hear directly from Principal Reham Shaath in this introduction to the Islamic Academy of Riverside and the school community we are proud to serve.

Whether you are exploring IAR for the first time or returning as part of our school family, we invite you to get to know our community, our approach to learning, and the values that shape the student experience.

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A school with purpose

More than a classroom.

At IAR, learning is connected to character, faith, curiosity, community, and real experiences. Students learn in the classroom and beyond it.

  • Islamic values integrated into school life
  • Academic learning from early childhood through K–8
  • Hands-on experiences, celebrations, projects, and field trips
  • A community where families are part of the journey
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Islamic Academy of Riverside students learning together
What makes IAR special

Learning that students remember

Use the school day to build knowledge — and the school community to build confidence, friendships, responsibility, and joy.

Students participating in a school cultural program

Celebrate & Belong

Students experience cultures, traditions, presentations, and school-wide events that build a strong sense of community.

Students dressed for an international school program

Explore the World

International themes and cultural learning encourage students to appreciate people, places, languages, and traditions.

IAR students on a field trip

Learn Beyond Campus

Field experiences turn curiosity into discovery — with opportunities to observe, ask questions, collaborate, and have fun.

By the numbers

A community built around students

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3 learning stages

Early childhood, elementary, and middle-grade learning pathways.

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8 K–8 grade levels

A continuous school experience through eighth grade.

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1 connected community

Students, educators, and families learning and growing together.

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