In this article
- Time Difference Between Oman and Cairo
- Fitting Classes Around the Week
- Indo-Pak or Madani Mushaf?
- Common Tajweed Points for South Asian Learners
- A Learning Path
- Tips for Parents in Oman
- Arabic for Expat Children
- Starting as a Family
- Prices and Payment
- Your First Free Trial Class
- Start with a Free Trial Class
- Frequently Asked Questions
Expat families in Muscat, Sohar, Salalah, Nizwa and Sur come from many backgrounds: South Asia, Africa, Europe, North America and other Arab countries. Many want their children to read the Quran with correct Tajweed and to memorize, but suitable classes in English may be far away or full. One-to-one online classes bring a certified teacher into your home at a time that fits your week. This guide explains how they work for families in Oman.
Time Difference Between Oman and Cairo
Oman uses the same time all year. Oman is one hour ahead of Cairo in summer and two hours ahead in winter. Classes run 24/7, and your teacher books lessons in Oman time, so you never need to calculate the difference.
Fitting Classes Around the Week
| Day | Suggested use |
|---|---|
| Sunday–Thursday afternoons | Two short lessons after school and a rest (four on the intensive plan) |
| Friday | Family day and Jumu’ah; many families keep it free |
| Saturday morning | A longer review or memorization lesson |
| Summer holiday | Extra classes, including while travelling |
Indo-Pak or Madani Mushaf?
Many families from Pakistan, India and Bangladesh learned to read from the Indo-Pak Mushaf, with its thicker script and different marks, while children at school may see the Madani Mushaf. Teachers at Elbayan Academy can teach from either. If your child wants to move from one to the other, the teacher can guide the change step by step; see switching from Indo-Pak to Madani Mushaf. For memorization, it is best to choose one Mushaf and stay with it.
Common Tajweed Points for South Asian Learners
Children who speak Urdu, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil or Bengali at home often share a few habits that the teacher corrects early:
- ث, ذ, ز and ظ: often all read as s or z.
- ح and ه: often read as the same h.
- ع: often softened or dropped.
- ق and ك: the deep ق needs practice.
- Heavy and light letters: keeping heavy letters heavy and light letters light.
Read more in Tajweed mistakes common among Urdu speakers.
A Learning Path
- Reading: the Noor Al-Bayan course for beginners.
- Tajweed: the recitation and Tajweed course.
- Memorization: Quran Hifz classes for kids or online Hifz classes.
- Arabic: Arabic for kids or Arabic for adults.
Sisters can choose a female teacher through our women’s program.
Tips for Parents in Oman
- Keep the same days: routine matters more than the number of classes.
- Practise 10 minutes a day: reading aloud at home keeps progress steady.
- Use one Mushaf at home: the same one the teacher uses in class.
- Read the monthly report: it shows what to review.
Arabic for Expat Children
Arabic is part of the school timetable for many children in Oman, and children from non-Arab families can find it hard. One-to-one Arabic for kids lessons build reading, vocabulary and writing at the child’s level, and the teacher can follow the school book you share. Learning Arabic also helps children understand the surahs they recite.
Starting as a Family
Many families book back-to-back classes for several children with the same teacher, and sometimes a class for a parent too. Each student learns one-to-one at their own level, and brothers and sisters receive a 10% family discount.
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, level and which Mushaf they use. The teacher checks the student’s reading 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
What is the time difference between Oman and Cairo?
Oman is one hour ahead of Cairo in summer and two hours ahead in winter. Your teacher books classes in Oman time.
Can the teacher use the Indo-Pak Mushaf?
Yes. Teachers can teach from the Indo-Pak or the Madani Mushaf, and can guide a student who wants to switch.
Are classes taught in English?
Yes. Classes are taught in English, Arabic and French.
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.
