In this article
- Why Online Classes Suit Families in Ireland
- Time Difference Between Ireland and Cairo
- Fitting Classes Around the Irish School Day
- Arabic for Leaving Certificate Students
- A Learning Path for Children
- Classes for Adults and Reverts
- Sounds English Speakers Find Hard
- Tips for Parents in Ireland
- Prices and Payment
- Your First Free Trial Class
- Start with a Free Trial Class
- Frequently Asked Questions
Muslim families in Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway and towns across Ireland often want their children to read the Quran with correct Tajweed, but a qualified teacher may not be close by, and weekend classes can be crowded. One-to-one online classes bring a certified teacher into your home by video, at a time that suits your family. Because classes are taught in English, they fit Irish family life easily. This guide explains how.
Why Online Classes Suit Families in Ireland
- Taught in English: children who grow up speaking English follow every explanation, and parents can follow too.
- One-to-one: the whole 30 minutes is for one student, so every letter is heard and corrected.
- No travel: useful in towns far from a mosque and in winter evenings.
- Female teachers available: sisters and girls can choose a female teacher.
Time Difference Between Ireland and Cairo
Ireland and Egypt both change their clocks in summer, and Cairo is usually two hours ahead of Ireland. For a few weeks in spring and autumn the two countries change clocks on different dates, so the difference changes briefly. Classes run 24/7, and your teacher books lessons in Irish time.
Fitting Classes Around the Irish School Day
| Student | Times that usually work |
|---|---|
| Primary school child | Mid or late afternoon, after a snack and a break |
| Secondary school student | Early evening, before homework |
| Busy weekday family | Saturday or Sunday morning |
| School holidays | Extra classes to move faster or start Hifz |
Two 30-minute classes a week is a good start. Keep the same days each week so the class becomes part of the routine.
Arabic for Leaving Certificate Students
Arabic is offered as a Leaving Certificate subject in Ireland. Students who take it, or who want to, need strong reading, writing, vocabulary and grammar. Our Arabic for kids and Arabic for adults courses build these skills step by step in one-to-one lessons. Tell us the student’s level and goals, and the teacher will plan the lessons around them. For students in the UK system, see our GCSE Arabic study plan.
A Learning Path for Children
- Reading: the Noor Al-Bayan course teaches letters, vowel marks and fluent reading.
- Tajweed: the recitation and Tajweed course; for younger children see Tajweed for children.
- Memorization: Quran Hifz classes for kids.
- Understanding: Arabic lessons so children know what they recite.
Children can start from 6 years old. Parents receive a monthly progress report, and students receive a certificate of appreciation at the end of each stage.
Classes for Adults and Reverts
Adults can start from the very beginning, with no previous Arabic. Many reverts in Ireland begin with reading, then Tajweed, then short surahs for prayer. Sisters can choose a female teacher through our women’s program, and adults can see Quran classes for adults.
Sounds English Speakers Find Hard
Children who grow up speaking English already know the “th” sounds of ث and ذ, which helps. The sounds that need most practice are:
- ح, ع, خ and غ: throat sounds that English does not have.
- Heavy letters: ص, ض, ط, ظ and ق, read with the back of the tongue raised; English speakers often make them light.
- ق and ك: both sound like k in English; ق is made deeper in the throat.
- Short vowels: English often blurs unstressed vowels, but in Arabic every fatha, kasra and damma must be clear.
- Shaddah and madd: doubled letters and long vowels must be held for the right length.
Tips for Parents in Ireland
- Keep the same days: routine matters more than the number of classes.
- Practise 10 minutes a day: short daily reading keeps progress steady.
- Use a headset: it helps the teacher hear every letter.
- Read the monthly report together: celebrate progress and agree on next goals.
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. Prices are in US dollars, so your bank converts the amount to euros when you pay by card.
Your First Free Trial Class
The first class is free and needs no payment. Message us on WhatsApp with your town, the student’s age and level. The teacher checks the student’s reading and suggests a plan and a weekly timetable.
Families in Britain can read our guide to online Quran classes in the UK, or see 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
Are classes taught in English?
Yes. Classes are taught in English, Arabic and French, so children who grow up in Ireland follow every explanation.
What is the time difference between Ireland and Cairo?
Cairo is usually two hours ahead of Ireland. Your teacher books classes in Irish time.
Can you help with Leaving Certificate Arabic?
Our one-to-one Arabic courses build reading, writing, vocabulary and grammar, and the teacher plans lessons around the student's level and goals.
What age can children start?
Children can start one-to-one classes from 6 years old.
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, paid in US dollars.
