4 classes a week
Fastest progress, with a class most days of the week.
£3a class
£48 a month £80
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- 16 classes a month
- 30-minute classes
Online Qur'an & Arabic academy
Master Qur'an & Tajweed, Islamic Studies and Arabic from native Arab tutors, in English.
Islam Root is an online academy offering one-to-one classes in Qur'an reading, Tajweed, Hifz, Arabic and Islamic Studies, for children and adults. Al-Azhar graduates and Ijazah holders.
- Male student, male teacher
- Female student, female teacher
- Native Arabic-speaking tutors
- Al-Azhar graduates and Ijazah holders
- Male and female teachers
- A written progress report every month
المنهج
Our curriculum: what students learn.
A clear plan for every student, from the first Arabic letter to fluent reading. Most families combine two or three subjects, at no extra cost.
- القراءة
Qur'an reading
From the Arabic letters and the Noorani Qaida, through to reading fluently from the mushaf.
- التجويد
Tajweed
The rules of recitation, taught by native speakers from day one, so correct recitation becomes a habit, not a fix.
- الحفظ
Hifz (memorisation)
New memorisation and revision in every class, recited back to the tutor, never self-reported.
- العربية
Arabic language
Reading, writing and understanding Arabic, with conversation practice from a native speaker.
- الدراسات الإسلامية
Islamic Studies
The steps of Salah, duas, Seerah and adab, explained clearly for children growing up in the UK.
- التقرير الشهري
Monthly progress report
In writing, every month: what was covered, what improved and what comes next.
Example report Yusuf, 8
- Covered
- Surah Quraysh and Surah Al-Fil memorised. Noorani Qaida lessons 12–14.
- Improved
- Holds the natural madd for two counts, consistently.
- Next
- Surah Al-Ma'un, with daily revision of Quraysh and Al-Fil.
For children and adults, starting exactly where each student is.
طلابنا
Our students, in their own words.
Feedback on their classes and progress, from students and parents.
Shihabuddin, 13Student · turns the interview on his teacher · 1:36
Brother DawoodParent, and a student himself · 1:28
Brother ShamStudent · 8 months of classes · 0:31
Know us more
Why us?
Our teachers grew up speaking Arabic, so they hear a wrong letter the moment your child says it, and explain it in fluent English.
- Most of our families were referred by another family. You'll see why from the very first class.
- One to one, always. Your child has the teacher's full attention for the whole class.
- Male and female teachers. Boys and men learn with a male teacher; girls and mothers with a female teacher.
- The same tutor every class. You're welcome to sit in on any lesson.
Every minute is your child's
In a group of five, each child gets about six minutes of a thirty-minute class. With us, one tutor teaches one child, for the whole class.
Simple monthly class plans
Fees per class, for one-to-one online lessons. The first two classes are free, and you only pay if you carry on.
Class length
3 classes a week
Steady progress without a heavy week.
£3a class
£48 a month £80
Save
- 16 classes a month
- 30-minute classes
2 classes a week
A gentle start for beginners and busy weeks.
£3a class
£48 a month £80
Save
- 16 classes a month
- 30-minute classes
- Family pricing: everyone's hours add up, and lower the price.
- Every plan: the same tutor, and a written progress report every month.
- All subjects included: Qur'an reading, Tajweed, Hifz, Arabic and Islamic Studies.
- Monthly prices are for four weeks of classes.
أَصْلُهَا ثَابِتٌ وَفَرْعُهَا فِي السَّمَاءِ
“Its root is firm, and its branches reach the sky.”
Surah Ibrāhīm, 14:24
Why we're called Islam Root
Our name comes from this verse about a good tree with a firm root. In our classes, the root is a strong foundation: correct letters, sound Tajweed and real understanding of Arabic, built lesson by lesson from the very first letter.
Are the two trial classes really free?
Yes. Take both classes, meet the tutor and see how they teach. If it isn't right for your child, you pay nothing and we won't chase you.
Why does a native Arab tutor make a difference?
So much of recitation is sound: ح against ه, ق against ك, a letter held for two counts or for four. A native speaker hears it at once and explains it in fluent English.
Who will teach my daughter?
A woman, always. Every class for girls is taught by one of our Ustadhas, one to one.
My child is a complete beginner. Is that all right?
Completely. We start exactly where your child is, from the first letters to reading fluently.
How will I see my child's progress?
Every month you receive a written progress report: what was covered, what improved and what still needs work, such as new Surahs memorised and Tajweed rules learned.
Can I sit in on the lessons?
Whenever you like. Many parents watch the first few classes; some keep watching every week.
Do you teach adults?
Yes. Parents learning alongside their children, and adults starting from the very first letter. Men learn with a male teacher, women with a female teacher.
When are the classes?
Seven days a week, at the times you choose. Tell us what suits you when you book.
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