The Noorani Qaida course at Noor Academy Pakistan is a one-to-one live online program that teaches children and adult beginners how to read the Arabic alphabet with correct pronunciation, join letters into words, and read short Quranic verses with confidence. Every lesson is taught live by a qualified male or female teacher, and you can begin with free trial classes before committing to anything.
Every fluent reader of the Quran once started with the alphabet. For generations, Muslim families have used Noorani Qaida — a small, time-tested primer — as the first step of Quranic education. It turns the 28 Arabic letters from unfamiliar shapes into familiar friends: students learn each letter’s name, its sound, and the exact point in the mouth or throat from which it is pronounced. This careful foundation is what makes later fluency possible, and it is also what prevents the pronunciation mistakes that are much harder to fix later.
At Noor Academy Pakistan, Noorani Qaida is taught the way it works best: one teacher, one student, live on camera. In each 30-minute session on Zoom or Microsoft Teams, the teacher listens to your child read, corrects every letter gently, and only moves forward when the lesson is solid. Parents receive regular progress updates, and because classes run online, your child can learn from home at whatever time suits your family’s routine — mornings, evenings, or weekends, in any time zone.
What is Noorani Qaida?
Noorani Qaida is a beginner’s primer that introduces the 28 letters of the Arabic alphabet, their correct articulation points (Makharij), and the rules for joining letters and reading with vowel marks (Harakat). It is the doorway to the Quran: a student who reads the Qaida fluently can move on to reading the Quran itself, because the same letters, the same joined forms, and the same vowel marks appear on every page of the Mushaf.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “The best of you are those who learn the Quran and teach it.” (Sahih al-Bukhari) Every journey toward that honor begins with these first letters, and learning them correctly from a qualified teacher is an investment that pays off across a lifetime of recitation.
Unlike a recorded video or an app, our one-to-one Qaida classes give your child a teacher’s full attention. Mispronounced letters are caught in the moment — not months later — so the foundation stays clean and strong from the very first lesson.
What You Will Learn
The course is organized into three levels. Most students complete the full Qaida in four to eight months with three classes per week, though your teacher will always move at your pace — never faster, never slower.
Level 1 – The Arabic Alphabet and Makharij (1–2 months)
- Recognizing and naming all 28 Arabic letters
- Correct articulation points (Makharij) for every letter
- Telling apart similar-looking and similar-sounding letters
- Beginning letter-recognition practice so the alphabet sticks in memory
Level 2 – Joining Letters, Harakat and Tanween (2–3 months)
- How letter shapes change at the start, middle, and end of words
- Short vowels: Fatha, Damma, and Kasra
- Tanween, Sukun, and Shaddah
- Joining practice — reading real words for the first time
Level 3 – Fluent Reading and Short Verses (2–3 months)
- Introduction to Madd (elongation)
- Reading full words, phrases, and sentences smoothly
- Practice with selected short surahs of the Quran
- A final assessment before graduating to Nazra Quran reading
Who Can Join
This course is designed for absolute beginners of every age — no Arabic background is needed, only the desire to learn.
- Children aged 4 and above — the classic Qaida age, taught with patience and encouragement
- Adult beginners who never had the chance to learn as children
- New Muslims taking their first steps toward reading the Quran
- Sisters of all ages, who can request a qualified female teacher
- Parents who want to learn alongside their children and revise together at home
Class Timings
Because every class is one-to-one, the timetable revolves around you. Choose any 30-minute slot that fits your day, from two to five days per week, and your teacher will be there — our tutors cover every time zone, including evenings in the USA and Canada, evenings in the UK and Europe, evenings in the Gulf, flexible hours across Pakistan, and mornings and evenings in Australia.
Weekend slots are available for busy school-going children, and if you ever need to reschedule, just let us know in advance and we will move your class. Learning the Qaida should fit into your life, not disrupt it.
Fee Plans
Simple, transparent pricing — the same fee table published on our courses page. Every plan is one-to-one, and all plans begin with two free trial classes.
| Plan | USA / Canada / Australia | Europe | United Kingdom | UAE / KSA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days/week · 8 classes | $30/month | €25/month | £20/month | 100 AED/month |
| 3 days/week · 12 classes | $40/month | €35/month | £30/month | 150 AED/month |
| 4 days/week · 16 classes | $50/month | €45/month | £35/month | 160 AED/month |
| 5 days/week · 20 classes | $60/month | €50/month | £40/month | 175 AED/month |
One-to-one live classes via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. No registration fee, no hidden charges.
Why Learn with Noor Academy Pakistan
- One-to-one attention — the teacher’s eyes and ears are on your child alone. No waiting for a turn, no distractions from a group.
- Qualified, patient teachers — male and female tutors who are trained to teach young beginners with kindness and encouragement.
- Correct pronunciation from day one — Makharij are fixed early, so bad habits never get a chance to form.
- Progress you can see — parents receive regular updates on exactly which level their child has reached.
- Honest, affordable fees — the same transparent pricing published on our courses page, with no hidden charges.
It is no surprise that families rate us 4.8 out of 5 across 83 Google reviews. When the foundation matters this much, it deserves a teacher’s full attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should my child start Noorani Qaida?
Most children are ready between the ages of 4 and 5, when they can sit and focus for a short lesson. Our 30-minute one-to-one sessions suit young attention spans, and the teacher keeps every class warm and engaging. If you are unsure, book the free trial — the teacher will gently assess your child’s readiness and advise you honestly.
I am an adult beginner. Is it too late for me to learn?
It is never too late. Many of our Qaida students are adults, including new Muslims and parents learning alongside their children. Your teacher will start from the very first letter, move at a comfortable pace, and treat every question with respect. One-to-one classes mean no embarrassment — only steady, visible progress.
How long does it take to complete Noorani Qaida?
With three classes per week, most students finish in four to eight months. Young children sometimes take a little longer, and that is completely fine — your teacher will never rush. Once the Qaida is complete, the natural next step is Nazra reading of the Quran, which you can continue with us.
Do you have female teachers for my daughter?
Yes. We have qualified female teachers, and many families specifically request them for their daughters — and for themselves. Just mention your preference when you book the free trial, and we will match you with a suitable tutor who fits your schedule.
What do we need for the online classes?
Just a laptop, tablet, or phone with an internet connection, plus the free Zoom or Microsoft Teams app. A quiet corner at home helps your child focus. All learning material is provided digitally by the teacher, so there is nothing to buy or print.
Is the trial class really free?
Yes — completely free, with no card details and no obligation. Every plan on our courses page begins with two free trial classes. The teacher will assess the student’s level, you will experience a real lesson, and then you decide whether to continue.
Give your child — or yourself — the gift of the Quran’s first step. Book your free trial classes today at Noor Academy Pakistan, meet your teacher, and experience a real one-to-one lesson with no obligation. You can also explore all our programs on the courses page, or find answers to common questions on our FAQ page.