FAQ
Frequently asked questions
General
Do you offer a free trial lesson?
Yes. Your first lesson is free and there is no obligation to continue. We use it to understand your level and goals, and to make sure you are comfortable with your teacher.
What is an Ijazah?
An Ijazah is a licence to transmit the Quran, granted by a teacher who received it from their own teacher in an unbroken chain of transmission. It is awarded after reciting the Quran to the required standard.
Lessons
How are lessons delivered?
Lessons are one-to-one and online, so you can study from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
What if I am a complete beginner?
That is exactly who our foundational courses are for. Many of our adult students begin without recognising a single Arabic letter. Because lessons are one-to-one, nobody else is in the room.
Can lessons fit around my timezone?
Yes. Our students are spread across many countries and our teachers schedule lessons well outside conventional office hours, including evenings and weekends.
Fees & payment
How much do lessons cost?
All classes are private and one-to-one, with flexible lesson times. Our weekly packages are: 1 class weekly at £7 per hour; 2 classes weekly at £6.50 per hour; 3 classes weekly at £6 per hour; and 5 hours or more weekly at £5 per hour. See the fees page for the full structure and available discounts.
Are there discounts for families?
Yes. Two children receive 5% off each, three or more receive 10% off each, and if a parent studies alongside their children every member of the household receives 15% off.
Is there a discount for new Muslims?
Yes. New Muslims receive 20% off all courses.
Teachers
What qualifications do your teachers hold?
All our teachers are trained at Al-Azhar. Between them they hold an Ijazah in the Ten Qira’at, an Ijazah in Hafs, and postgraduate degrees in Arabic and Islamic studies.
Children
How do you teach children so they stay engaged?
Lessons for children are kept short, warm and interactive, with plenty of encouragement. Because teaching is one-to-one, the pace follows your child rather than a class.
