Noorani Qaida
Learn every Arabic letter, its correct sound (makharij), the vowel marks and how letters join, the foundation for reading the Quran.
For: children 5+, adult beginners, new Muslims
- Free 30-minute demoNo payment to start
- Female teacherAvailable on request
- UK & US friendly timesShown in your own time zone
- Monthly progress notesSee what your child has learned
- 500Students taught
Our courses
Online Quran courses for every level
Not sure where to start? Try the course finder below, or ask in your free demo.
Nazra Quran
Read the Quran itself, line by line, fluently and accurately. Your teacher listens to every word and corrects mistakes as you read.
For: children and adults who have finished Qaida
Tajweed
Learn the rules of beautiful, correct recitation, such as noon sakinah, madd and qalqalah, and apply them in your own reading.
For: teens and adults who can already read
Hifz
Memorise surahs, a juz or the whole Quran with a daily plan and steady revision, guided by a dedicated Hifz teacher, with steady revision built in.
For: fluent readers aged 6 and over
Tafseer
Understand what you recite. Study the meaning and explanation of the Quran, surah by surah, taught in English or Urdu.
For: students aged 13 and over
For the whole family
Quran classes for kids, women and adults
Meet our founder
Abdul Rafey, Hafiz-e-Quran
Founder, Shaikh Islamic Academy
Abdul Rafey memorised the Holy Quran and became a Hafiz in 2019. After six years of teaching the Quran to students in person, he founded Shaikh Islamic Academy with one aim: to help people of every age build a correct, lasting connection with the Quran. Today he personally takes every free demo class, checks each student's level and matches them with the right teacher from his team.
Our mission is to make correct Quran reading accessible to every family, one patient lesson at a time.
- 500Students taught, in person and online
- 6 yearsTeaching the Quran in person before going online
- HafizCompleted Hifz in 2019
- Every demoTaken by the founder himself
Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Your child's Quran roadmap, from the first letter to completing the Quran
Every student follows the same clear path. In the free demo class our founder checks your child's reading and tells you which step they start on.
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Step 1 · Beginner
Noorani Qaida and Makharij
Every letter from its correct makhraj, the foundation of correct recitation. Usually 2–3 months.
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Step 2 · Intermediate
Nazra Quran: fluent, correct reading
Fluent reading of the Quran itself, with a sharp eye on every makhraj, until it is complete.
About Nazra Quran →
Our teaching method
How learning with us works
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Step 1
Free demo and level check
Thirty minutes with our founder, who checks your level and finds exactly where to begin.
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Step 2
Your personal plan
A short plan after your demo: your course, starting point and next goal.
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Step 3
Live one-to-one classes
Thirty-minute lessons with your own teacher, chosen by our founder, on Zoom, Google Meet or WhatsApp video.
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Step 4
Progress you can see
Checkpoints before moving on, and a short written note every month.
Simple monthly packages
Online Quran class fees: simple monthly packages
Foundation
2 classes a week · about 8–9 lessons a month
£30/ month
About £3.46 per lesson
For young children and busy adults.
Steady Progress
3 classes a week · about 13 lessons a month
£45/ month
About £3.46 per lesson
Recommended for Noorani Qaida and Nazra.
Intensive
5 classes a week · about 21–22 lessons a month
£70/ month
About £3.26 per lesson
Recommended for Hifz and fast progress.
Every package includes a free demo, a short learning plan after the demo, monthly progress notes, missed classes rescheduled with 24 hours’ notice, and your choice of Zoom, Google Meet or WhatsApp. 10% off for a second family member. Full pricing and policies →
Frequently asked questions
What is Shaikh Islamic Academy?
Shaikh Islamic Academy is an online Quran academy founded by Abdul Rafey, a Hafiz-e-Quran since 2019. It offers one-to-one classes in Noorani Qaida, Nazra, Tajweed, Hifz and Tafseer for children and adults in the UK, USA and worldwide, taught online from Pakistan in English or Urdu.
Can a complete beginner join?
Yes. Complete beginners start with Noorani Qaida, learning Arabic letters and their correct makharij. The free demo class finds your exact starting point.
Which app are the classes on?
You choose: Zoom, Google Meet or a WhatsApp video call. Tell us your preference when you book, and you can switch later.
Which language are classes taught in?
All courses are taught in English or Urdu, whichever you prefer.
Do you teach women and girls?
Yes. Women and girls study one-to-one at times that suit them. If you would prefer a female teacher, tell us when you book your demo.
What is the difference between Qaida, Nazra and Tajweed?
Qaida teaches the letters and their sounds. Nazra is reading the Quran itself fluently. Tajweed adds the rules of correct recitation.
How much do classes cost?
Online Quran classes at Shaikh Islamic Academy start from £30 or $39 a month for two 30-minute one-to-one classes a week. The first demo class is free. See all packages.
Who teaches the classes?
Our founder, Abdul Rafey, a Hafiz-e-Quran, takes every free demo class himself. He checks the student's level and matches them with the right teacher from his team, who then teaches their regular one-to-one classes.
What is the learning path after Noorani Qaida?
Step 1 is Noorani Qaida with correct makharij. Step 2 is Nazra Quran, reading the whole Quran fluently and accurately. After completing the Quran, students choose Hifz (memorisation), Tafseer (meaning) or regular revision.
What age can my child start online Quran classes?
Children can usually start from age 5. Adults of any age are welcome, including complete beginners and new Muslims.