Profile of Pesantren Al-Khoirot Malang

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:

Foundation and History: Established in 1963 by Kyai Haji Muhammad Syuhud Zayyadi, 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 Ny. Hj. Masluhah Muzakki.
Educational System: Al-Khoirot combines both the traditional salaf (classical) system, where students learn through studying yellow books (kitab kuning) with methods like sorogan, wetonan, and bandongan, 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:

1. Formal Education: MTs and MA 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.

Uniqueness:

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.