Lote Seed Scholarship
A fully funded, two-year, part-time online programme strengthening GCSE success, God-conscious identity, and the foundations of meaningful change making.
100%
Of parents reported a positive impact on their child’s Muslim identity and confidence in faith
92%
Of students reported greater academic confidence and progress
100%
Of parents noted positive change in their child’s understanding of good character
93%
Of parents observed clearer direction and sense of purpose for the future
Nurturing Character, Capability, and Vision
The Lote Seed Scholarship is a unique two-year, part-time programme delivered online during evenings and weekends. It nurtures excellence in mind, body, and soul through tailored GCSE support in subjects such as Maths and Science, alongside dedicated tarbiyyah and wider personal development.
Our mentors, Muslim students and graduates from top UK universities, support each student to develop capability, strengthen their character, and cultivate a clear sense of purpose. Through continuous guidance, students learn to anchor their ambitions in sincerity for Allah ﷻ and direct their efforts towards a vision that benefits society.
The programme is holistically delivered across 3 core streams, which address 6 development areas:
Academic
Tarbiyyah
Social Impact
Academic Excellence
Building strong GCSE foundations, confident study habits, and a mindset for long-term learning.
Faith & Identity
Building God-consciousness and nurturing a confident, well-rooted Muslim identity.
Vision & Purpose
Developing clarity of direction and aligning intentions sincerely for the sake of Allah ﷻ.
Character & Values
Growing sincerity, integrity, and the character taught and modelled by the Prophet ﷺ.
Collaboration & Stewardship
Strengthening teamwork and taking responsibility for people, projects, and shared goals.
Service & Societal Change
Recognising real needs in society and learning how to bring lasting benefit.
The Core Experiences of the Scholarship
Here is a snapshot of the key experiences that shape each student’s journey in the scholarship.
GCSE Sessions, Clinics, and Advisory Support
Structured GCSE support through weekly sessions, dedicated clinics, tailored guidance, and masterclasses.
Tarbiyyah & Spiritual Habit Building
Regular tarbiyyah circles and practical reminders that help students grow closer to Allah and follow the character of the Prophet ﷺ.
Development Workshops
Workshops on purpose, problem solving, and social responsibility rooted in prophetic values.
Interdisciplinary Projects
Our vision series and flagship Project Noor, explore real issues and train students to develop practical, values-driven solutions.
Other activities include mentor guidance, mock assessments, performance reviews, enrichment visits, university trips, and future impact guidance.
The Impact of the Scholarship
A small selection of the many reflections and impact outcomes from the scholarship.
“Al-quds as a whole and the team within have shown me the importance of being confident in our faith and to not shy away from our Muslim identity.”
Alhamdulillah, through being a student at Al Quds Academy, I have a clear vision for what I want to do. By seeing the great skills and characters of all of the mentors and the Al Quds team, it increased my desire to be a teacher, and to care for the younger generations, just like them.
Around nine in ten testimonials highlighted visible growth in manners, humility, and sincerity, with students frequently noting the influence of mentors’ adab and the habit of renewing intentions before every task.
Good role models in Al-Quds showing how it is possible to be young, successful and be on the Deen as British Muslims.
Scholarship Selection Criteria
The Lote Seed Scholarship seeks young Muslims in Year 8 and 9 who show early potential and the drive to grow into capable, grounded change makers.
Students are considered across two primary criteria: aptitude and commitment, with widening participation taken into account separately at the initial screening stage.
Aptitude
We deeply appreciate that intelligence takes many forms and that each student expresses it differently.
Commitment
We’re looking for students and parents who demonstrate genuine drive and readiness to engage with the scholarship journey,
Widening Participation
An allocation of points at the initial screening stage recognises applicants from widening participation backgrounds. Students regularly progress to interview and secure places even when no widening participation points apply.
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