Profile of Pesantren Al-Khoirot Indonesia

Pondok Pesantren Al-Khoirot (PPA Malang) is a renowned Islamic educational institution located in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, specifically in the village of Karangsuko, Pagelaran subdistrict. Here are some key points about the pesantren:

Profile of Pesantren: Foundation and History:

Established in 1963 by Kyai Haji Muhammad Syuhud Zayyadi (الشيخ الحاج محمد شهود زيادي), it started as a small surau (prayer house) and has since grown into a significant educational center. The pesantren for girls was started in 1964 by Nyai Hajah Masluha Muzakki (الشيخة الحاجة مصلوحة مزكي).

Educational System: Al-Khoirot combines both the traditional salaf (classical) system, where students learn through studying Islamic classical books such as the Holy Book of Quran and its tafsirs (exegesis), the Hadiths or saying of the Prophet with traditional methods and a modern educational approach. It includes formal education through Madrasah Tsanawiyah (MTs) for junior high and Madrasah Aliyah (MA) for senior high since 2009, alongside a madrasah diniyah system for religious education.

Programs Offered in Pesantren Al-Khoirot:

1. Formal Education: MTs (Madrasah Thanawiyah – Junior High School) and MA (Madrasah Aliyah – Senior High School) for both boys and girls, which are government-recognized and allow students to continue their education anywhere.
2. Madrasah Diniyah: A religious education system with levels from Ibtidaiyah to Ma’had Aly, focusing on Quran memorization, Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh), theology (aqidah), and classical Arabic literature.
3. Tahfidz Al-Quran: A program for memorizing the Quran, started in 2012 for both genders.
4. Classical Arabic Studies
5. Modern Standard Arabic Studies.

Uniqueness of Al-Khoirot Indonesia:

One of the unique aspects is that all students, regardless of their level in formal education, must also participate in the religious learning programs, ensuring a holistic Islamic education. The pesantren also emphasizes the Aswaja (Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamaah) ideology, which is a blend of traditional Sunni Islam with a focus on community and moderation.

Leadership and Management: After the founders, the leadership has been passed down through family members, with A. Fatih Syuhud among those involved in the management, reflecting a strong familial and spiritual legacy.

Community and Accessibility: Known for its relatively low cost, Al-Khoirot aims to be accessible to students from all economic backgrounds, reflecting its mission to educate the community comprehensively in Islamic knowledge and ethics.

Recognition: It’s acknowledged both locally and internationally, with students coming from various regions of Indonesia and even from abroad like Malaysia, Singapore, and South Africa.

Al-Khoirot has become a symbol of Islamic education in Indonesia, known for its commitment to both traditional and modern learning, aiming to produce well-rounded individuals who are both scholars and practitioners of Islam.