The course at a glance
| Level | Complete beginners |
|---|---|
| Who it’s for | Complete beginners: children from age 5, and adults who cannot read Arabic yet |
| Format | Live 1-on-1 video (one teacher, one student) |
| Class length | 30 minutes for children, 60 minutes for adults |
| Typical duration | Usually 3–6 months with two classes a week |
| Teaching language | English or Arabic |
| Price | From $25 a month |
What will I learn?
- The Arabic letters and how to pronounce each from its correct point of articulation
- How letters join at the start, middle and end of a word
- Short vowels, tanween, sukoon and shaddah
- Natural madd and the letters of madd and leen
- Reading short Quranic words and phrases
- Moving to the Mushaf with the short surahs of Juz ʿAmma
What is the Noorani Qaida?
The Noorani Qaida is a beginner’s reading book written by Sheikh Noor Muhammad Haqqani of Ludhiana, India (d. 1925). Its lessons build step by step: single letters, joined letters, vowels, tanween, madd letters, sukoon, shaddah, and finally the main Tajweed rules. Most of its words come from the Quran, so students practise real Quranic words from the start and learn Tajweed while they learn to read.
Is it different from Noor al-Bayan or the Baghdadi Qaida?
All three teach reading from zero. The Baghdadi Qaida uses spelling out (“alif fatha a”), and Noor al-Bayan uses many drills and suits nursery-age children. We use the Noorani Qaida because it reaches correct Quran reading with Tajweed fastest. A full comparison is in our Arabic article.
When is a student ready to move on to the Mushaf?
- They can read a page they have never seen without spelling out the letters.
- They keep close letters apart, such as ḥāʾ and hāʾ, or sīn and ṣād.
- They hold a natural madd for two counts and keep short vowels short.
- They read sukoon and shaddah correctly.
What are the most common beginner mistakes?
| Mistake | Example | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| ḥāʾ read as hāʾ | al-ḥamdu read as “al-hamdu” | Bring ḥāʾ from the middle of the throat with a slight rasp |
| Stretching a short vowel | ba read as “baa” | A short vowel is one count; madd is two |
| Dropping the shaddah | rabbi read as “rabi” | Press on the doubled letter as if it were two letters |
| Thin heavy letters | qāla read as “kāla” | Make qāf heavy from the back of the tongue |
| ḍād read as dāl | aḍ-ḍāllīn read as “ad-dāllīn” | Bring ḍād from the side of the tongue against the molars |
What happens in a class?
Each class starts with a short revision of the last lesson, then one new Qaida lesson, then reading practice aloud while the teacher corrects every letter. It ends with a short exercise to practise before the next class.
Every week you get a short written report: what was covered, recurring mistakes, and next week’s goal.
Who teaches this course?
This course is taught by teachers specialising in arabic language and quran memorization for children. All hold an ijazah with a connected sanad. Our teachers’ specialties
How much does the course cost?
From $25 a month for two 30-minute classes a week, up to $85 for four one-hour classes a week. The price only rises with the number of hours, and every package is one-on-one. There is no registration fee; you can pay by Visa, Mastercard, PayPal or bank transfer, with a full refund within 7 days of payment. All packages and prices
How do I start?
- Book the free trial class with the form or on WhatsApp.
- We reply within 24 hours and suggest a male or female teacher and a time in your time zone.
- In the trial class the teacher checks your level and suggests a plan and number of classes.
- You choose a package and start classes on Zoom or Google Meet.
- Every week you get a written report: what was covered and next week’s goal.
What comes next?
Frequently asked questions
Can I start if I don't know any Arabic?
Yes. The course starts from the first letter, and the teacher explains in English.
What age can a child start?
Most children start at 5. The teacher checks readiness in the free trial class.
How long does the Noorani Qaida take?
Usually 3 to 6 months with two classes a week, depending on age and practice at home.
Is the Noorani Qaida only for children?
No. Many adult converts and adults who never learned to read Arabic take it, with 60-minute classes.
How many classes a week are enough?
At least two. For young children, three short classes work better than one long one, because repetition fixes the letters.
Do I need a printed copy of the book?
No. The teacher shares the page on screen and sends a digital copy. A printed copy helps with practice at home.
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