About Our Foundation
The Edullect Endowment Foundation is a UK-registered charity dedicated to advancing education, supporting schools, and promoting Islamic values for the betterment of our communities.
Our Mission
To empower communities through financial investment in a nationwide network of charitable and not-for-profit schools. We are dedicated to advancing accessibility, fostering educational excellence, and ensuring equity—so that every student has the chance to fulfil their potential and succeed in life.
Our Vision
To expand access to high-quality education across the UK by building and sustaining a strong network of charitable and not-for-profit educational institutions. We believe that every child—regardless of socio-economic background—deserves the opportunity to thrive through education.
OUR MISSION
Three Pillars of Our Foundation
Guided by faith and driven by purpose, we work to create lasting impact in education and community development.
Advancement of Education
Advancing academic and vocational education by supporting educational initiatives, establishing new independent schools, enhancing learning environments, and training school leadership and staff.
Relief of Financial Hardship
Providing financial assistance to independent schools for academic staffing, resources, teacher training, and infrastructure improvements. Subsidising costs for families in financial difficulties.
Advancement of Religion
Promoting the core tenets of Islamic values and virtues through establishing community centres and educational programs that emphasise social cohesion and moral development.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Our Core Values
Excellence
Striving for the highest standards in education and service delivery
Integrity
Operating with transparency, honesty, and fiscal accountability
Accessibility
Ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive through education
Equity
Championing equal opportunities for all students regardless of background
LEADERSHIP
Board of Trustees
Shah Sher Ali
Founder Trustee - Chair
Ashfaque Chowdhury
Trustee - Partnership Lead
Shah Ali Faez
Trustee - Digital Lead
OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERS
EDULLECT ACADEMY
Independent School
Our flagship partner—a national chain of high-end independent schools delivering both academic and Islamic excellence. The first institution, Edullect Academy – London, is operational in the London Borough of Havering.
- Edullect Academy - London: Melville Court, Spilsby Rd, Romford, Essex RM3 8SB, UK
- Built on academic excellence with universal (Islamic) values - School open to all
- Excellent leadership with highly trained and fully qualified mainstream teachers
- Nursery (3 years of age) and Primary - Launched in September 2025
- Secondary and Sixth Form - To launch in September 2026 (subject to premises)
- Private education that is affordable and excellent value for money
UMMAH NETWORK
"United for Success"
A transformative national digital membership initiative designed to unify, empower, and uplift the UK Muslim community. Creating a secure digital infrastructure to connect Muslims across the entire UK for collaboration, professional networking, and shared economic growth.
- London Base: Melville Court, Spilsby Rd, Romford, Essex RM3 8SB, UK
- National membership database of professionals & businesses
- Promote your services and support collective growth amongst the Muslim community
- Business & economic empowerment
- Leadership development programs
- Community engagement & volunteering