Online Quran classes for adults
It's never too late. Learn to read the Quran from the very first letter, or polish your Tajweed — privately, patiently, at times that fit work and family.
- One-to-one on Zoom
- 3 free trial classes
- Parents can watch
- Female teachers
Book 3 free classes
Tell us a little about you — we'll arrange your trial at a time that suits.
- Beginners & improversFor
- Mornings, evenings, weekendsTimes
- 30 min, one-to-oneLessons
- £35/monthFrom
- 3 freeTrial classes
It's never too late to learn
Adults can learn to read the Quran online in private one-to-one lessons. Complete beginners start with the Arabic letters and Qaida; adults who can already read focus on Tajweed and fluency. Lessons are 30 minutes and can be scheduled early morning, late evening or at weekends.
Many adults never had the chance to learn the Quran properly — or feel embarrassed that their reading is weak. Private one-to-one lessons remove that pressure. The Prophet ﷺ said the one who struggles to read the Quran receives a double reward (Sahih Muslim 798).
Your learning path
- Letters
- Qaida
- Reading
- Tajweed
- Meaning
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ رَبِّ الْعٰلَمِیْنَ ۙ ۲
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?
Complete beginners
Start from the very first letter.
Improvers
You read, but slowly or with mistakes.
Tajweed learners
Confident readers perfecting recitation.
Busy professionals
Early mornings, late evenings or weekends.
What you'll learn
Arabic letters & Qaida
For complete beginners.
Fluent reading
Read the Quran smoothly.
Tajweed
Detailed rules of recitation.
Surahs for Salah
Memorise and perfect them.
Meaning
Translation of what you recite.
Hifz
A full memorisation plan if you wish.
Start wherever you are today
Your teacher assesses your level in the free trial and builds a plan around your goals.
- BeginnerLetters & Qaida
- ReaderFluent Nazra
- ReciterTajweed
- MemoriserSurahs & Hifz
- UnderstandingTranslation
- Read the Quran with confidence
- Recite your Salah correctly
- Learn privately, without embarrassment
- Fit learning around work and family
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
Weekend plan
Saturday & Sunday · 30-minute lessons
Each sibling: £36/month
- Customisable curriculum
- Tajweed correction
- Ideal for working adults
- Make-up classes allowed
- Highly flexible timing
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
Can I learn to read the Quran at 40, 50 or older?
Yes. Adults of every age learn successfully. Progress depends on regular practice, not age.
How long does it take an adult to read the Quran?
Complete beginners practising most days often read the Quran slowly within several months, and fluently within one to two years. Your teacher will give a personal estimate after the trial.
Will I be embarrassed in class?
Lessons are private and one-to-one, with a patient teacher. No one else hears you, and mistakes are expected.
Related courses & guides
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Lessons in your local time and currency.
Ready to start your Quran journey?
Book 3 free trial classes and see if Assafwa is the right fit — no payment details needed.