Nur Academy is an independent, nonprofit, private Islamic school located in Sarasota, Florida. We serve students in grades K-5 in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Nur Academy offers one of the finest Islamic & academic programs in the nation. Nur Academy is a Sunni institution and follows the teachings and tenets of Ahl-us-Sunnah wa-l-Jamaa’ah. Our educational philosophy is based on the understanding that all children are individuals with their own strengths, needs, likes, and learning styles. Our classrooms are filled with specially designed materials and a prepared environment promoting hands-on learning. Instruction is differentiated according to the ability and learning style of each child. Our mission is to provide quality academic and Islamic education that prepares students to become strong, ethically, and morally responsible leaders and members of the community.