Our Courses

Four paths.
One destination.

Every course at Deen Academy is designed to take you somewhere real — from your very first letter to fluent, confident Qur'ānic recitation. Choose the path that matches where you are right now.

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Beginner
Qa'idah Nooraniyyah
leads to
ر
Intermediate
Qur'aan Reading
leads to
ت
Advanced
Tajweed Rules
or run alongside
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All levels
Arabic Language
ا
Beginner to Advanced
Arabic Language
FormatSmall Group (max 4)
Duration45 min / lesson
Age7+
PrerequisiteNone

A comprehensive programme that takes you from the very first letter of the Arabic alphabet to confident reading, writing, and grammatical understanding. Taught in small groups of up to 4 students, this course builds a genuine, lasting foundation in Classical Arabic — the language of the Qur'ān and the Islamic tradition.

What you'll learn
  • All 28 Arabic letters and their forms
  • Short and long vowels (harakat)
  • Core vocabulary — 200+ words
  • Arabic grammar foundations (Nahw)
  • Reading comprehension
  • Introduction to unvowelled text
This course is for
  • Complete beginners — adults and children
  • Students who want to understand the Qur'ān
  • Those with patchy knowledge seeking structure
  • Children aged 7 and above
  • Anyone who wants to read Islamic texts
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Complete Beginner
Qa'idah Nooraniyyah
FormatSmall Group (max 4)
Duration45 min / lesson
Age5+
PrerequisiteNone

The essential first step for anyone who cannot yet read the Qur'ān. The Qa'idah Nooraniyyah is a proven, time-tested method for building the phonetic foundation of Arabic reading — taking you from zero knowledge to reading short Surahs correctly. Suitable for children from age 5 and adults of any age.

What you'll learn
  • Every Arabic letter in isolation
  • Short vowels — fatha, kasra, damma
  • Joined letters and syllables
  • Sukoon, shaddah, and tanween
  • Long vowels and basic madd
  • Short Surahs from Juz 'Amma
This course is for
  • Complete beginners with no Arabic knowledge
  • Children aged 5 and above
  • Adults starting their Qur'ān journey later in life
  • Anyone with gaps in basic reading ability
  • Students preparing for Qur'aan Reading
ر
Intermediate
Qur'aan Reading
FormatSmall Group (max 4)
Duration45 min / lesson
Age7+
PrerequisiteBasic Arabic reading

For students who can read Arabic letters and are ready to read the Qur'ān itself. This structured programme progresses you Surah by Surah — building fluency, pace, and confidence until you can read continuously and independently. The single most transformative course we offer for most students' relationship with the Qur'ān.

What you'll learn
  • Fluent, continuous Qur'ānic reading
  • Surah-by-Surah progression through the Qur'ān
  • Correct pausing and stopping (waqf)
  • Introduction to key Tajweed rules
  • Self-correction skills and independent reading
  • Progressive work toward a full Khatm
This course is for
  • Qa'idah graduates ready to progress
  • Students who can read but read slowly or inaccurately
  • Adults who never learned to read properly
  • Children who have completed the Qa'idah
  • Anyone who wants to read the full Qur'ān
ت
Intermediate to Advanced
Tajweed Rules
FormatSmall Group (max 4)
Duration45 min / lesson
Age10+
PrerequisiteCan read Qur'ān

For students who can read the Qur'ān and want to recite it with the precision, beauty, and correctness it deserves. Tajweed is the science of Qur'ānic pronunciation — the rules that were revealed with the Qur'ān and transmitted in an unbroken chain to the present day. This course covers the full curriculum systematically and applies it in live recitation.

What you'll learn
  • Makharij al-huroof — articulation points
  • Sifaat — characteristics of each letter
  • Rules of noon sakinah and tanween
  • Madd — all types of elongation
  • Waqf and ibtida — stopping and starting
  • Applied recitation with teacher correction
This course is for
  • Students who can read the Qur'ān fluently
  • Those who read without formal Tajweed rules
  • Students correcting specific errors in recitation
  • Advanced students pursuing Itqan (excellence)
  • Can be studied alongside Qur'aan Reading

We'll help you find your place.

Choosing the right course depends entirely on where you are right now — not where you think you should be. Use this quick guide, or book a free trial and let your teacher assess your level in person.

There is no wrong answer and no embarrassing starting point. Every student who walks through our door is met with respect, wherever they begin.

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ق
Start with Qa'idah if…
You cannot read Arabic letters at all, or you know some letters but cannot read words fluently. This includes children from age 5 and adults of any age starting fresh.
ر
Start with Qur'aan Reading if…
You can read Arabic letters and short words, even slowly — but you want to read the Qur'ān with fluency and accuracy. Even if you read badly, this may be your starting point.
ت
Start with Tajweed if…
You can read the Qur'ān but you know your pronunciation is not correct or your Tajweed is weak. You want to recite with beauty and precision.
ا
Start with Arabic Language if…
You want to understand what you are reading — not just recite it. Arabic Language can be studied at any level, alongside or after Qur'ānic courses.

A natural progression from start to finish

Three of our four courses form a natural learning pathway — from no Arabic knowledge at all to fluent, beautiful Qur'ānic recitation. Arabic Language runs alongside this path at any stage.

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القَاعِدَة
Beginner
Qa'idah Nooraniyyah
Build the phonetic foundation. Learn every letter, every vowel, every combination. The Qa'idah is where the journey begins.
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02
تِلَاوَة
Intermediate
Qur'aan Reading
Apply your foundation to the Qur'ān itself. Read Surah by Surah, building fluency and confidence toward a complete recitation.
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03
تَجْوِيد
Advanced
Tajweed Rules
Perfect your recitation. Learn the rules of pronunciation that have been preserved and transmitted since the time of the Prophet ﷺ.
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اللُّغَة
All levels
Arabic Language
Study Arabic Language at any stage alongside your Qur'ānic courses — from beginner grammar to understanding the Qur'ān directly.
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Common questions about our courses

Still unsure about which course is right for you, or how our courses work? Book a free trial and your teacher will assess your level and answer everything in person.

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Can I take more than one course at a time?
Yes — many students combine courses. The most common combination is Qur'aan Reading alongside Tajweed Rules, or Arabic Language alongside any of the Qur'ānic courses. Your teacher will advise on the right combination and pace for you.
How long does each course take to complete?
It varies significantly depending on your starting level, lesson frequency, and how much you practise between lessons. The Qa'idah typically takes 3–6 months. Qur'aan Reading can take 1–2 years for a complete journey. Tajweed is ongoing — there is always more to refine.
Do I need to complete each course before starting the next?
For the Qur'ānic pathway, yes — we recommend completing or substantially progressing through the Qa'idah before starting Qur'aan Reading. Tajweed can begin once you are reading the Qur'ān with reasonable fluency, and can run alongside your reading programme.
Are all courses available to children?
All four courses are available to children with appropriate age minimums: Qa'idah from age 5, Arabic Language and Qur'aan Reading from age 7, and Tajweed from around age 10. Our teachers adapt the pace and style completely for younger learners.
What if I'm not a complete beginner?
No problem — we do a level assessment at your free trial lesson and start you at exactly the right point. You will never be asked to repeat things you already know. Many of our adult students join with partial knowledge and progress quickly once the gaps are properly filled.

Ready to begin? Your first lesson is free.

Book a free 30-minute 1-to-1 trial lesson — no payment, no commitment. Your teacher will assess your level, answer your questions, and show you exactly what is possible.