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Online Quran classes for African Muslim families in the UK
One-to-one lessons at home with male and female teachers, at UK-friendly times. Lessons are taught in English, Urdu or Arabic.
Quran classes for Somali families
Many Somali families in the UK put a lot of value on children memorising the Quran. Our one-to-one online classes help children keep up Quran reading and Hifz alongside UK school, from home.
Learn more →Quran classes for Nigerian families
Nigerian Muslim families in the UK, whether Yoruba, Hausa or other backgrounds, often juggle busy work and school lives. Online one-to-one classes let children learn Quran at home at times that fit.
Learn more →Quran classes for Sudanese & Eritrean families
Many Sudanese and Eritrean families in the UK want their children to keep strong links with the Quran and Arabic. Our teachers can teach in Arabic or English, one-to-one and online.
Learn more →Quran classes for North African families
Moroccan, Algerian, Egyptian, Libyan and Tunisian families in the UK often want children to read Quran well and understand classical Arabic. Our one-to-one classes cover both, online.
Learn more →UK towns and postcodes with African Muslim communities
Lessons are online, so you can join from anywhere. These are areas where many African Muslim families live. Tap a town or postcode for local timings and questions.
Quran classes in London
Large Somali, Nigerian, Sudanese, Eritrean and North African communities, especially in east, south-east and west London.
Quran classes in Birmingham
Established Somali and Sudanese families alongside a growing Nigerian community.
Quran classes in Bristol
One of the UK's best-known Somali communities, centred on the east of the city.
Quran classes in Manchester
Somali, Nigerian and Sudanese families across the south and centre of the city.
Quran classes in Leicester
Many Somali families, including those who moved from the Netherlands and Scandinavia.
Quran classes in Sheffield
A long-standing Somali and Yemeni-linked community in the north-east of the city.
Quran classes in Cardiff
Butetown's Somali and Yemeni community is one of the oldest Muslim communities in Britain.
Quran classes in Liverpool
Somali and Yemeni families with deep roots around Toxteth.
Quran classes in Leeds
Growing Nigerian, Sudanese and Eritrean communities.
Quran classes in Glasgow
North African, Sudanese and Somali families, many newly arrived.
Articles for African Muslim families
- Quran classes when English isn't your family's first language
- Helping African Muslim children keep their faith and identity in the UK
- Moved to the UK? How to continue your child's dugsi or madrasa learning
- Never learned to read Quran? A guide for African Muslim parents in the UK
- Why teenagers need to understand the Quran, not just read it
- Clear Tajweed for children from African-language homes
- Building a family Quran routine in a busy African Muslim household in the UK
- How to talk to your child's Quran teacher when your English is limited
- When your child feels they don't fit in at school or the mosque
- Raising daughters with the Quran: a guide for African Muslim mothers in the UK
- Passing on faith between generations in African Muslim families in the UK
- Newly arrived in the UK? Getting your children back into Quran learning
Common questions
Are these classes only for families living in these areas?
No. Lessons are online, so any family anywhere in the UK can join. These areas are listed to help local families find their town page.
Which languages are lessons taught in?
English, Urdu or Arabic. We don't currently teach in Somali, Hausa, Yoruba, Tigrinya or Amazigh.
How much do lessons cost?
£40 a month for 2 days a week, or £60 a month for 5 days a week. Every family starts with a free trial class.
Can my daughter have a female teacher?
Yes, you can ask for a female teacher, and parents can stay nearby during lessons.
Do you teach adults too?
Yes. Parents and adults can have private one-to-one lessons, starting from the alphabet if needed.