Brighter Horizons Academy- College Preparatory

Brighter Horizons Academy- College Preparatory Largest full-time accredited PK-12th Islamic school in the South | Est. 1989 BHA is the largest full-time accredited PK-12th Islamic School in the South. ft.

Founded in 1989 by Islamic Services Foundation, the school first held classes in a residential building on Polk Street. Since then, the school has expanded to a full 14-acre campus in Richardson with a main building and an adjacent Early Childhood Education (elementary) building. A 53,000 sq. expansion is currently underway which will add an additional 17 classrooms, an NBA-sized basketball court

(also to be used as a multipurpose hall), lab space, and other amenities. Academics at BHA are rigorous. When applying, students are required to take an entrance exam to demonstrate proficient academic ability. The principal reviews all applicant files and may interview applying students. Once admitted, students complete state-required curriculum and testing as well as Islamic Studies courses and an optional Hifz program. Sophomores are issued laptops for completing assignments, which they may keep upon graduating from BHA. Enrolled juniors and seniors can also complete one of five academic programs, one of which results in the student earning an associate's degree upon graduation.

Our students enjoyed a fun Kona Ice Day thanks to our amazing PTO! A little sunshine, a lot of smiles, and the perfect t...
08/27/2026

Our students enjoyed a fun Kona Ice Day thanks to our amazing PTO! A little sunshine, a lot of smiles, and the perfect treat to make the school day extra special. 🍧💙

Jazakum Allahu Khayran to our PTO for organizing and bringing some extra joy to our students! ☀️

Our Class of 2027 came together for Senior Sunrise 🌅💙Our seniors spent the morning together, praying Fajr, and watching ...
08/25/2026

Our Class of 2027 came together for Senior Sunrise 🌅💙

Our seniors spent the morning together, praying Fajr, and watching the sunrise as they welcomed the start of their final year at BHA.

Here’s to their last first day and a beautiful beginning to their last year Insha’Allah 🎓✨

Back to school at BHA 💙📚There’s something special about seeing the halls full again. Alhamdulillah for another year, ano...
08/19/2026

Back to school at BHA 💙📚

There’s something special about seeing the halls full again. Alhamdulillah for another year, another fresh start, and all the wonderful moments ahead, inshaAllah.

Welcome back, BHA! ✨

We can’t wait to welcome our families and students at the Brighter Horizons Academy Back to School Meet & Greet! 💙Join u...
08/07/2026

We can’t wait to welcome our families and students at the Brighter Horizons Academy Back to School Meet & Greet! 💙

Join us as we kick off an exciting new school year by meeting your teachers, exploring classrooms, and getting everything you need for a successful start.

📅 Monday, August 17
🕓 Meet & Greet: 4:00–7:00 PM
🎪 Club Fair: 5:00–7:00 PM (Gymnasium)
📍 Brighter Horizons Academy, 3145 Medical Plaza Dr., Garland, TX 75044

We look forward to seeing our BHA family and begin another year
Insha’Allah.

We’re back! Our school administrators and leadership team have been hard at work preparing for an incredible school year...
08/06/2026

We’re back! Our school administrators and leadership team have been hard at work preparing for an incredible school year. We’re excited to welcome our students and families back to campus.

We can’t wait to see everyone at our Welcome Back Meet & Greet on Monday, August 17 as we kick off another year of learning together. 💙📚

See you soon, insha’Allah! 🌟

Congratulations to Senior Lena Elnager! 🎓✨We are incredibly proud to celebrate Lena’s admission to Princeton University,...
06/09/2026

Congratulations to Senior Lena Elnager! 🎓✨
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Lena’s admission to Princeton University, Cornell University, Yale University, Rice University, and The University of Texas at Austin.

Masha’Allah, this remarkable achievement is a reflection of Lena’s hard work, excellence, determination, and character throughout her high school journey.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Lena and her family, and we pray Allah ﷻ blesses her with continued success, barakah, and endless opportunities in this exciting next chapter. We are so proud of you, Lena! 💙

We celebrated a wonderful milestone as our Brighter Horizons Academy 5th Grade Class of 2026 completed their elementary ...
06/05/2026

We celebrated a wonderful milestone as our Brighter Horizons Academy 5th Grade Class of 2026 completed their elementary journey. 🎓✨

This achievement is a reflection of the dedication of our leadership, the care of our teachers and staff, and the unwavering support of our families who have nurtured and encouraged these students every step of the way.

To our graduates, congratulations! May Allah ﷻ bless you with confidence, curiosity, and success as you begin this exciting new chapter in middle school. 💙

BHA Community, We Need You! 💙Let’s come together and support our very own Eshaal Abid as she competes in a national arch...
06/04/2026

BHA Community, We Need You! 💙

Let’s come together and support our very own Eshaal Abid as she competes in a national architecture and art competition!

It would be an incredible honor to see one of our students receive national recognition while proudly representing Brighter Horizons Academy and our community on a national stage. Her beautiful piece, “Blue Mosque,” has been selected, and now she needs our votes for the People’s Choice Award.

✨ You can vote once every day through June 13!

Please take a moment to vote, share with your family and friends, and help us spread the word. Every vote makes a difference, and together we can help Eshaal bring this award home!

🔗 Vote here:
https://www.aia.org/resource-center/k-12-initiatives/k-12-student-competition

📲 See the competition on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXuKOvrDvP4/

A special evening celebrating the Brighter Horizons Academy 8th Grade Class of 2026. 🎓✨As our students take this excitin...
06/04/2026

A special evening celebrating the Brighter Horizons Academy 8th Grade Class of 2026. 🎓✨

As our students take this exciting step into high school, we are deeply grateful to our leadership, families, teachers, and staff for the encouragement and guidance, they have poured into these students throughout their journey.

Congratulations to our graduates! May Allah ﷻ bless your journey ahead with knowledge, with light, and endless barakah. 💙

A look back at a beautiful evening celebrating the Brighter Horizons Academy Senior Class of 2026 ✨To our Board, thank y...
06/03/2026

A look back at a beautiful evening celebrating the Brighter Horizons Academy Senior Class of 2026 ✨

To our Board, thank you for your vision and unwavering support of our students and school community. To our administrators, teachers, and staff, thank you for the love, guidance, and dedication you pour into our students every single day. And to our families, thank you for the sacrifices, encouragement, and endless support that helped shape these incredible young men and women.

Most importantly, congratulations to our graduates. We are so proud of all that you have accomplished and cannot wait to see the impact you will make in the world.

May Allah ﷻ bless your next chapter with knowledge, purpose, and success. Once a BHA student, always a part of the BHA family. 💙

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3145 Medical Plaza Drive
Garland, TX
75044

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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+19726752062

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