Online Noorani Qaida classes with qualified tutors.
The Noorani Qaida is the foundation of Quran reading. Learn the Arabic letters, their sounds, and how to join them into words with correct pronunciation — the perfect starting point for children and beginners.
What is the Noorani Qaida?
The Noorani Qaida is the traditional first step in learning to read the Quran. It is a carefully sequenced primer that teaches the Arabic letters, their shapes and sounds, and how they join together to form words — before a student begins reading the Quran itself.
At AlQuranClasses™, the Qaida is taught through listen-and-repeat practice with a patient teacher, building the accurate foundation every strong reciter needs. It is ideal for children and for adults and reverts who are starting from the very beginning.
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Why start with the Noorani Qaida?
You cannot build a strong house without a strong foundation. The Qaida gives students the reading skills and correct pronunciation habits that make learning the Quran — and later Tajweed — far easier.
- Learn to recognise and pronounce all Arabic letters correctly from the start.
- Build the habit of correct articulation before bad habits can form.
- Move from letters, to joined letters, to words, to short verses in a natural sequence.
- Gain the confidence to open the Quran and begin reading.
- Perfect for absolute beginners, children, and reverts to Islam.
What you'll learn in the Noorani Qaida
The Arabic alphabet
Recognising and pronouncing all 28 letters in their isolated forms.
Letter forms
How letters change shape at the beginning, middle, and end of words.
Harakat (vowels)
Fatha, Kasra, and Damma — the short vowels that bring letters to life.
Joining letters
Connecting letters smoothly to read full words.
Tanween & Sukoon
The rules of nunation and the resting letter for accurate reading.
Madd & practice
Basic lengthening and guided reading of short words and verses.
What for every age
The same proven Qaida is paced differently depending on the student's age.
For kids
- Playful, encouraging lessons that hold a child's attention.
- Lots of repetition and praise to build confidence.
- Short sessions suited to young attention spans.
- Parent progress updates after lessons.
For adults
- A faster track for motivated adult beginners and reverts.
- Clear explanations of each sound and rule in English.
- Flexible scheduling around work and family.
- A direct path toward reading the Quran and starting Tajweed.
Is this course right for you?
Children and adults new to Arabic reading. In your free trial, the teacher assesses your level and confirms the best starting point.
By the end of this course
- Recognise and pronounce all Arabic letters
- Read letters with harakat, tanween, and madd
- Join letters into words confidently
- Build the base needed for fluent Quran reading
One-on-one, at your pace
Private classes
Every lesson is one teacher and one student, with full attention on your progress.
Your schedule
Pick the days, times, and number of weekly classes that suit you.
Recorded for revision
Lessons are recorded so you can review them anytime.
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Why learn Noorani Qaida with AlQuranClasses™
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Qualified tutors
Experienced, native Arabic-speaking teachers who specialise in teaching international students.
One-on-one classes
Every lesson is private, with the full attention of your dedicated teacher.
Male & female tutors
Choose the teacher that best suits you or your child, in full comfort and privacy.
Your schedule
Pick the days, times, and number of weekly classes that fit around your life.
Completion certificate
Yes — on completing the Qaida, you'll receive an AlQuranClasses™ completion certificate before progressing to Quran reading.
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