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School Visits

At Yeovil Islamic Centre we welcome visitors from all walks of life, including schools, scouts’ groups, faith organizations and many more.

Email us on admin@yeovilislamiccentre.org.uk or call us on 01935 412685 and we will be delighted to host your visit

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Etiquettes

All visitors are requested to:

  • Respect the peace and prayer of worshippers inside the Masjid.
  • Remove their shoes in certain specific areas around the Masjid.
  • Keep food and drinks out of the Masjid, except in areas that have been designated as eating areas.
  • Avoid bringing any animals into the Masjid.
  • Keep the Masjid building and courtyard clean by disposing off litter properly and safely.
  • Abide by the general rules of the Masjid as displayed around the building.
  • Avoid smoking in the building and on the Masjid courtyard.

Modest Dress

  • All adult visitors and children above the age of 12 are requested to observe modest dress when visiting the mosque. Most aspects of a standard school uniform are quite appropriate as long as arms and legs are covered.
  • Female visitors may cover their heads to show respect to other worshippers or to enrich their own experience.
  • Young children under the age of 12 are not considered to be adults and may dress as they do in school unless they wish to adopt any part of Muslim attire for the day (hats/scarves) to enliven their visit.

Schedule

A typical visit will include:

  • Welcome briefing
  • Guided tour of Ablution facilities
  • Guided tour of educational facilities
  • Guided tour of prayer hall
  • Explanation of selected topics (please notify us in advance)
  • Q & A session