Online Quran and Arabic Classes in Turkey for Arab and Expat Families

Turkey has a long and respected tradition of Quran recitation and memorization, and many mosques run Quran courses, especially in the summer. Even so, many families living in Istanbul, Ankara, Bursa, Antalya and other cities look for one-to-one online classes. The two groups we hear from most are Arabic-speaking families whose children study in Turkish schools, and English-speaking expat families who want lessons in a language they understand. This guide explains how online Quran and Arabic classes fit family life in Turkey.

Who Online Classes in Turkey Are For

• Arab families: children who study in Turkish and use Turkish with friends, and whose parents want them to keep their Arabic and read the Quran correctly.
• English-speaking expats: families who want a teacher who explains in English.
• Students of international schools: children who study in English all day and have a busy timetable.
• Adults: parents, reverts and professionals who want private lessons at a time that suits them.

Classes at Elbayan Academy are taught in English, Arabic and French. We do not teach in Turkish, so these classes suit families who are comfortable in one of those three languages.

Time Difference Between Turkey and Cairo

Turkey uses the same time all year. Egypt changes its clocks in summer, so in the summer months Cairo and Turkey have the same time, and in winter Cairo is one hour behind Turkey. Classes run 24/7, and your teacher books lessons in your local time, so you do not need to calculate the difference yourself.

Fitting Classes Around the Turkish School Day

Short, regular lessons work better than long, rare ones. Two 30-minute classes a week is a good start for most children.

Keeping Arabic Alive for Children in Turkish Schools

Children who study in Turkish often understand spoken Arabic at home but find reading and writing hard, and their vocabulary may stay at a young level. One-to-one lessons can close this gap:

1. Reading first: letters, vowel marks and fluent reading, so the child can read the Quran and Arabic texts.
2. Writing: regular short dictation and copying practice.
3. Vocabulary and grammar: through the Arabic for kids course, at the child’s level.
4. Quran with meaning: short surahs explained in simple Arabic, so recitation and understanding grow together.

Teachers can teach the whole lesson in Arabic for Arabic-speaking families. This gives the child daily practice in correct Arabic, not just the family dialect.

A Path for Quran Learning

1. Reading: the Noor Al-Bayan course for beginners of any age.
2. Tajweed: the recitation and Tajweed course; for younger children see Tajweed for children.
3. Memorization: Quran Hifz classes for kids or online Hifz classes for teens and adults.
4. Ijazah: for advanced students, see Quran Ijazah online with Sanad.

Sounds to Watch for Turkish Speakers

Children who speak Turkish every day often carry Turkish habits into their recitation. Common points a teacher corrects:

• ث, ذ, ز, ظ and ض: in Turkish these are often all read as s or z. In Arabic each has its own sound.
• ح, خ and ه: Turkish has one main h sound; Arabic has three different letters.
• ع: often dropped or softened; it must be pronounced from the throat.
• ق and ك: both often read as k; ق is made deeper in the throat.
• Long vowels (madd): Turkish rarely makes long vowels, so learners must practise holding them for the correct length.

Your First Free Trial Class

The first class is free and needs no payment. Send us a WhatsApp message with your city, the student’s age, level and preferred language (English, Arabic or French). In the trial, the teacher checks how the student reads, which letters need work and how much Arabic they understand, then suggests a plan and a weekly timetable.

Questions Parents in Turkey Often Ask Before Starting

• Can online classes run alongside a mosque course? Yes. Many families use the mosque course for group practice and online classes for one-to-one correction.
• Can brothers and sisters study with the same teacher? Yes, in separate one-to-one classes, with a 10% family discount.
• Can my child change times during exams? Yes. Tell the teacher in advance and the timetable can be adjusted.
• Can adults in the family join? Yes. Parents can book their own classes, and sisters can choose a female teacher through our women’s program.

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 for brothers and sisters. You can pay by PayPal, Visa, Mastercard or bank transfer. Prices are in US dollars, so your bank converts the amount to Turkish lira when you pay by card.

Tips for Parents in Turkey

• Choose a fixed time: the same days and time each week build the habit.
• Use a quiet room: a headset with a microphone makes pronunciation easier to correct.
• Practise daily: 10 minutes of reading between classes makes a big difference.
• Read the monthly report: it shows what your child has learned and what to practise.
• Speak Arabic at home: even a little, every day, supports the lessons.

Families in other countries can read our guides by country. For Arabic-speaking children abroad, see also learning Arabic online for expat kids in the UAE.

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.

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