Our School Visits
We support primary schools with Islam assemblies, pupil workshops and staff training. We have visited over 500 primary schools in-person or virtually over Zoom. Feedback from headteachers and RE advisers has been excellent. Many schools invite us annually and recommend our services, a testament to the trust and confidence they have in us. You can learn more about our primary school offer here
"If you want the children in your school to have an informed understanding about different aspects of Islam then Imran Kotwal is the visitor to invite to your school. I have had the privilege of watching several of Imran’s workshops with primary age children on different aspects of Muslim life and belief. The children really enjoy his interactive approach and there is always opportunity for their questions to be answered. They also appreciate his gentle approach and straightforward explanations about Islam. Imran also talks to teachers and parents in the school if you want to build an informed and balanced view about Islam. He has already worked with both community and church schools in Cumbria, all of whom praise his contribution to teaching and learning about Islam.I thoroughly recommend him to you. You won’t be disappointed! ."
Penny Hollander, Carlisle Diocese
"Imran has delivered three sessions for teachers and headteachers within the district over the past few months and each has been extremely well received. His knowledge and understanding is excellent and he selects content very carefully to match training needs. Imran’s delivery is highly engaging and he quickly establishes an excellent rapport with his audience, including a number of activities to challenge misconceptions and to ensure a much deeper understanding of Islam. We have been delighted to establish a close working relationship with Imran and many of our schools have booked further sessions with Muslim Learner Services. ."
Rachel Redfearn, Senior School Improvement Adviser, Children & Young People’s Service, Wakefield Council
"If you make a booking for Imran to come and visit your school, what you are actually doing is making an investment in your pupils' futures as members of an understanding and cohesive society in which diversity is celebrated and every individual is valued as a member of our global community. Having been involved with Imran and Muslim Learner Services for the last 3-4 years, it has been a joy to hear the wonderfully positive and appreciative feedback provided by schools with whom Imran has worked. In these increasingly challenging times in education, particularly in relation to the financial demands now being placed on schools, the value-for-money provided by Muslim Learner Services really is second-to-none, particularly when schools work collaboratively when booking workshops/visits etc. What a joy it is to work with such a passionate individual; both staff and pupils will remember the 'Imran experience' long into the future!"
Tony Gorton, RE Advisor, Diocese of Westminster
"The children thoroughly enjoy Imran's visits to our school and find him to be approachable, friendly and engaging. This encourages them to ask thoughtful questions and to gain real understanding of Muslim beliefs and practices. Imran is able to promote tolerance, compassion and awareness whilst bringing our R.E. curriculum to life. By using artefacts, videos, photographs and his own experiences of what it means to be a Muslim, he is able to deepen the children's knowledge and understanding of Islam. As a result of Imran's informative staff meetings and supportive manner, staff confidence has improved significantly when they are teaching R.E. units linked to Islam.'."
Deputy Headteacher, Cherry Tree Primary School, Warrington.
"Muslim Learner Services CPD for primary teachers is an engaging and comprehensive training package. It builds on your existing subject knowledge through a range of participatory activities which ensure you are better equipped for teaching and learning in the classroom. Imran has a totally non-judgmental approach and is encouraging whatever your level of previous subject knowledge. I would strongly recommend this course for the whole school, RE subject leader or any teacher with responsibility for covering Islam and what it means to be a Muslim.!"
Jane Yates, Cumbria SACRE Chair
"I have been delighted to work with Imran Kotwal and Muslim Learner Services for over three years now. I first booked sessions with him for Frodsham Manor House Primary School where he led a whole school assembly and worked with a further three classes during the day. Imran continues to work with us on an annual basis and the children have come to know him well and look forward to his visits to enhance our learning on Islam. He has also led workshops for Cheshire West Primary School pupil workshops which are always lively and engaging. He has led county CPD on the teaching of Islam and a session at our Agreed Syllabus launch on misconceptions. Once you meet Imran, you will want him to come to meet your pupils. I have always found Imran to be friendly, approachable, adaptable, reflective and open to any questions which you may have. I am confident that any session for pupils or staff will be an excellent use of your time and resources.."
Naomi Anstice, National Ambassador for RE Networks, Cheshire West and Chester Primary RE Adviser, Assistant Headteacher, Specialist Leader in Education.
"Imran is an excellent trainer and presenter, bringing a wealth of expertise and a willingness to adapt to meet the needs of the groups he is working with. The training is practical and informative, supporting teachers in developing their subject knowledge alongside offering practical classroom resources. Imran’s training uses a range of resources including artefacts, videos, images and worksheets and training is always relevant and engaging. Feedback from the various inset training we have offered have always been 100% positive. Teachers have gone away feeling supported and encouraged and are enthusiastic about applying their learning in the classroom. I cannot recommend Imran highly enough"
Olivia Seymour, Assistant Director of Education Diocese of York Project Lead learn Teach lead RE Yorkshire and Humber
"Imran Kotwal has worked with Westwood Park on a number of occasions. Imran's assemblies and workshops promote British Values of respect and tolerance for all. The pupils really enjoy his visits and are fascinated by the knowledge and insights they gain in to Islam. Imran is willing to tackle 'tricky issues' like extremism and racism with dignity and understanding. He will happily work with pupils, staff and parents. Imran has a good sense of humour which engages children. His work with us is invaluable.."
Sara Walker, Headteacher Westwood Park Primary School, Salford
"I have worked with Imran for a number of years now. He provides informative, engaging training sessions to which my trainee teachers respond very well. His sessions regularly score 9.0 out of a possible 10 – this was one of the highest scored sessions this year.."
Kirsten Webber, ITT Partnership Manager and ECT Adviser, Stockton Council
"Imran visited Cromer Junior School for the day. Pre-visit communication was excellent so we were able to customize the itinerary perfectly for our children.With the theme of ‘Being Muslim in modern Britain’. Imran started with a whole school assembly, delivered an hour long workshop to each year group then finished the day with staff training about the Five Pillars of Islam. The whole day was thoroughly insightful and engaging. I have no doubt that our whole school community is more knowledgeable about Islam and poised to learn more. I cannot recommend Imran highly enough. ."
Headteacher, Cromer Junior School, Norwich.