Arabic alphabet course for kids
A gentle, fun first course where young children learn every Arabic letter — its name, sound and shape — ready to start Qaida and read the Quran.
- One-to-one on Zoom
- 3 free trial classes
- Parents can watch
- Female teachers
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Tell us a little about you — we'll arrange your trial at a time that suits.
- 4+Ages
- Complete beginnerLevel
- 30 min, one-to-oneLessons
- £35/monthFrom
- 3 freeTrial classes
The first step to reading the Quran
The Arabic alphabet has 28 letters, written from right to left. Most letters change shape depending on whether they are at the start, middle or end of a word. Children usually learn the letter names and sounds first, then their joined forms, before moving on to Qaida and reading the Quran.
Before a child can read the Quran they need to know every Arabic letter — its name, its sound and its shapes. This gentle course teaches all 28 letters in short, playful one-to-one lessons, so your child arrives at Qaida confident instead of confused.
Today: letters that differ only by dots
Inside a 30-minute lesson
- 5 minRevise the last lesson
- 15 minNew learning with the teacher
- 5 minPractice & correction
- 5 minHome task & a short dua
Is this course right for you?
Ages 4+
Young children starting from zero.
Complete beginners
Never learned Arabic letters before.
SEN-friendly
Short tasks, routines and breaks for learners who need them.
Adults too
Grown-ups starting their Quran journey.
What you'll learn
Letter names
All 28 letters, from Alif to Ya.
Correct sounds
Including sounds that don't exist in English.
Similar shapes
ب ت ث — letters that differ only by dots.
Joined forms
How letters change at the start, middle and end.
Tricky sounds
ح vs ه, ع and غ, ق vs ك, heavy vs light letters.
Ready for Qaida
A smooth move into joining letters and vowels.
All 28 letters your child will learn
Arabic is read from right to left. We teach one or two letters at a time, sound first, with games and screen-sharing.
- Recognise all 28 letters instantly
- Pronounce each letter correctly
- Read letters in their joined forms
- Start Qaida with confidence
Monthly report card · example
- Reading accuracy
- Tajweed
- Revision at home
- Focus in lessons
Teacher note: “Confident with Madd — next we practise Ghunnah.”
Report cards, rescheduling and recorded lessons
No more guessing what happened in class. Your teacher keeps you in the loop from the very first lesson.
- Monthly report card on reading, Tajweed, effort and next steps
- Easy rescheduling with 12 hours' notice
- Every lesson recorded to safeguard students and teachers
- Sit in on any lesson — you're always welcome
- SEN & ADHD friendly — lessons adapted to your child
How online one-to-one compares
Honest comparison to help you choose — many families combine options.
| Feature | AssafwaOnline 1-to-1 | Group madrasahLocal class | Apps & videosSelf-study |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher's full attention for the whole lesson | ✓ | Rarely | ✕ |
| Every mistake heard and corrected | ✓ | Sometimes | ✕ |
| No travel or waiting around | ✓ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Lesson times you choose | ✓ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Parents can watch any lesson | ✓ | Rarely | — |
| Female teacher on request | ✓ | Sometimes | — |
| Meet friends in person | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
Simple, transparent pricing
Try first, then choose. You never pay before you've seen how we teach.
- 3 free trial classes — no card needed
- 10% off every additional child
- Save up to 15% when you pay in advance
- No registration fee, cancel any time
- Fees in GBP, USD, EUR, AUD and CAD
Basic plan
3 classes per week · 30-minute lessons
Each sibling: £31.50/month
- Noorani Qaida basics
- Simple Tajweed rules
- Daily masnoon duas
- Monthly report card
- Standard rescheduling
Peace of mind from the first class
Every family gets the same commitments — whichever course you choose.
3 free trial classes
See real lessons before paying anything.
SEN & ADHD friendly
Lessons adapted for ADHD, autism and other special needs.
Monthly report cards
A clear report card every month: progress, effort and next steps.
Easy rescheduling
Give 12 hours' notice and we'll arrange a make-up class.
Recorded for safeguarding
Every lesson is recorded to protect students and teachers.
Parents can watch
Sit in on any lesson, any time.
Private one-to-one
Every class is a private Zoom lesson.
Female teachers
Request a female teacher for any course.
First-week guarantee
Not happy in week one? Full refund of month one.
Start in 3 easy steps
From request to first lesson in a few days.
- 1
Request a trial
Fill in the short form.
- 2
Take 3 free classes
Meet your teacher online.
- 3
Choose a plan
Keep learning with the same teacher.
Frequently asked questions
How many letters are in the Arabic alphabet?
28. Some Qaida books list 29 by including Hamza (ء) or Lam-Alif (لا) as separate entries.
What age can my child start learning Arabic letters?
Many children start from age 4. Lessons are short and playful, and parents can sit alongside younger learners.
How long does it take to learn the Arabic alphabet?
With 3–4 lessons a week, most young children learn to recognise and pronounce all the letters in a few weeks to a few months.
Is this the same as learning to speak Arabic?
No. This course teaches the letters so your child can read the Quran. It is not a spoken Arabic course.
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Ready to start your Quran journey?
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