About us:

Al-Falah Islamic Education Centre is a registered UK charity (No. 1132039) that has served the Muslim community in West Drayton and surrounding areas since 2009. Rooted in Islamic values and a deep commitment to community service, Al-Falah has long provided a space for worship, learning, and support for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

 

In recent years, our organisation has embarked on a bold and ambitious transformation. Recognising the evolving needs of our diverse and growing community, we launched a new strategic vision in 2023 to expand our role from a traditional mosque and education hub into a beacon for community wellbeing, empowerment, and social cohesion.

 

Our Mission

“To provide a spiritual home that cultivates knowledge, compassion, and unity for the local Islamic community.”

Our work is driven by a holistic approach to Islamic community development — one that nurtures both the spiritual and the social, the individual and the collective. We believe that mosques and Islamic centres must not only offer prayer facilities but serve as sanctuaries for growth, healing, and opportunity.

 

Our Strategic Aim

“To build a cornerstone for the well-being and development of the local Islamic community, serving as a beacon of faith, education, and community engagement.”

This overarching goal underpins all of our activities and guides our expansion efforts, community partnerships, and new programme development and is underpinned by our six strategic objectives to 2027:

 

Our Strategic Objectives (2024–2027)

1. Establish and maintain a secure place for congregational worship
2. Combat social exclusion through inclusive community activities
3. Improve educational standards for a deeper understanding of Islam
4. Provide charitable support for individuals and families facing hardship
5. Support key Islamic rituals including marriage and burial services
6. Improve the quality of health and wellbeing in the local community

 

These objectives reflect a shift from reactive, one-off events to a long-term, structured and responsive community development model – that is inclusive for our whole Muslim population, regardless of gender, age or ethnicity.

 

Our Transformation Journey

As part of this transformation, in 2024 we successfully raised funds to purchase a permanent new centre for our community — a former church building in the heart of West Drayton High Street. Renovations are currently underway, with a planned opening in December 2025. This new facility will include:

• A larger prayer hall
• Multiple teaching and activity spaces
• A dedicated Sisters’ area
• A private consulting room for mental health and wellbeing support

 

This move marks a historic milestone for Al-Falah and the local Muslim community. It enables us to scale existing programmes (like our Sisters Community) and launch new services such as counselling, digital skills access, youth engagement, and more.

 

We are deeply committed to professionalising our governance, safeguarding, and impact measurement — while retaining the community-led, volunteer-driven ethos that has been the heart of Al-Falah for over a decade.

 

Privacy Statement

Al-Falah Islamic Education Centre is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

 

1. Who We Are

Al-Falah Islamic Education Centre (referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our”) is a registered charity based in West Drayton, UK. We provide religious, educational, and community services.

 

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process personal information such as:

• Name, address, phone number, and email address
• Donation and Gift Aid details
• Student registration information (for madrassa or classes)
• CCTV footage (for safety and security)
• Communication preferences
• Emergency contact or health information (if relevant to events or classes)

 

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Manage donations and claim Gift Aid
• Communicate updates, events, and religious announcements
• Register students and manage educational classes
• Ensure safeguarding, security, and legal compliance
• Respond to enquiries or provide requested services

We will only process your data where we have a lawful basis to do so.

 

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. We may share data with:

• HMRC (for Gift Aid)
• Service providers (e.g. email, donation platforms), under data processing agreements
• Government or regulatory authorities, where required by law

 

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion (in certain circumstances)
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@alfalahcentre.org

 

6. Cookies and Website Use

Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies if preferred.

 

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this statement or how we handle your data, please contact:

 

Data Protection Lead
Al-Falah Islamic Education Centre
15 Vine Close, West Drayton, UB7 9HH
Email: info@alfalahcentre.org
Phone: +44 (0)1895 742836

 

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) atwww.ico.org.uk.