In this article
- Who These Classes Are For
- Time Difference Between Qatar and Cairo
- Supporting School Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Fitting Classes Around the Week
- Summer Plans for Families Who Travel
- A Learning Path for Quran
- Reading the Mushaf Is Different from Reading a School Book
- Tips for Parents in Qatar
- Prices and Payment
- Your First Free Trial Class
- Start with a Free Trial Class
- Frequently Asked Questions
Expat families in Doha, Al Wakrah, Al Khor and across Qatar live in a country where Arabic and Islam are part of daily life, yet many children study in English at international schools and find Arabic and Quran lessons hard to keep up with. One-to-one online classes give each child the attention they need, at home, at a time that fits the school week. This guide explains how they work for families in Qatar.
Who These Classes Are For
- Children in international schools who need extra help with Arabic or Quran.
- Non-Arab Muslim families who want lessons explained in English.
- Arab families whose children speak more English than Arabic.
- Adults who want to learn to read the Quran, improve Tajweed or learn Arabic.
Time Difference Between Qatar and Cairo
Qatar uses the same time all year. In summer Cairo and Doha have the same time; in winter Cairo is one hour behind. Classes run 24/7, and your teacher books lessons in Qatar time.
Supporting School Arabic and Islamic Studies
Arabic and Islamic studies are part of the timetable in many schools in Qatar. Children who did not grow up speaking Arabic can fall behind quickly. One-to-one lessons help by:
- Building reading: fluent reading with vowel marks, the base for every other skill.
- Vocabulary: words and phrases from the child’s school level.
- Writing: spelling, dictation and short sentences.
- Quran: correct recitation of the surahs the child is learning at school.
Share the school book or topics with the teacher, and lessons can follow them. See Arabic for kids and our guide for expat kids learning Arabic in the UAE, which covers many of the same challenges.
Fitting Classes Around the Week
| Day | Suggested use |
|---|---|
| Sunday–Thursday afternoons | Two short lessons after school and a rest |
| Friday | A day for family and Jumu’ah; many families keep it free |
| Saturday morning | A longer review or Hifz lesson |
| Summer holiday | An intensive plan, including families who travel |
Summer Plans for Families Who Travel
Many families leave Qatar for part of the long summer. Because classes are online, children can continue from anywhere with an internet connection. The teacher moves the class time to your new time zone, so progress does not stop for two months.
A Learning Path for Quran
- Reading: the Noor Al-Bayan course.
- Tajweed: the recitation and Tajweed course.
- Memorization: Quran Hifz classes for kids.
- Ijazah: for advanced students, Quran Ijazah online with Sanad.
Reading the Mushaf Is Different from Reading a School Book
Children who read Arabic well at school are sometimes surprised by the Mushaf. The Quran is fully marked with vowels and has its own spelling in some words, small letters such as the small alif, and stop signs that tell the reader where to pause. Words such as الصلوة and الزكوة are written in the Mushaf with a waw. A teacher shows children how to read these features correctly, so school Arabic and Quran reading support each other instead of causing confusion.
Tips for Parents in Qatar
- Share the school book: the teacher can follow the same topics.
- Keep the class after a rest: not straight after a long school day.
- Practise 10 minutes a day: reading aloud at home makes a big difference.
- Plan the summer early: agree on a summer timetable before you travel.
- Read the monthly report: it shows what your child has learned and what to review.
Prices and Payment
A 30-minute one-to-one class costs $5. Plans are $40 a month for 8 classes or $80 for 16, with 20% off annual plans and a 10% family discount. You can pay by PayPal, Visa, Mastercard or bank transfer.
Your First Free Trial Class
The first class is free and needs no payment. Message us on WhatsApp with the student’s age, school year and level. The teacher checks reading and Arabic level and suggests a plan.
See also our guides for Dubai and Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia, or all guides by country.
Start with a Free Trial Class
Elbayan Academy teaches one-to-one, 30-minute online classes with certified teachers from Al-Azhar University, each holding an Ijazah with a connected Sanad. Female teachers are available, classes run 24/7, and you receive a monthly progress report. Plans are $40 a month for 8 classes or $80 for 16. Book a free trial class on WhatsApp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can classes help my child with school Arabic in Qatar?
Yes. One-to-one Arabic lessons build reading, vocabulary and writing, and the teacher can follow the school book or topics you share.
What is the time difference between Qatar and Cairo?
In summer Cairo and Doha have the same time. In winter Cairo is one hour behind Qatar.
Can my child continue classes while we travel in summer?
Yes. Classes are online, so your child can continue from anywhere, and the teacher moves the class time to your new time zone.
Are classes taught in English?
Yes. Classes are taught in English, Arabic and French.
How much do classes cost?
A 30-minute one-to-one class is $5. Plans are $40 a month for 8 classes or $80 for 16.
