Learn the Qur’an with a teacher who has time for you
One-to-one and small group classes in Qur’an, Tajweed, Hifz, Arabic and Islamic Studies — for children and adults, anywhere in the world.
No payment · No card details · A real class with a real teacher
Founder and lead instructor · Tajweed, Hifz and Qur’an recitation · English and Tamil
Recite the Qur’an accurately and beautifully, rule by rule.
A month — 30 minute class, once a week, one-to-one.
Choose the length that suits the student, then the plan that fits your week.
countries — the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, the Gulf and beyond.
An academy built on patience, not volume
Zainab Zifnaas Qur’an Academy is an international online Islamic academy dedicated to high-quality Qur’anic and Islamic education for children and adults.
Since 2022 we have taught students across the world from Colombo, Sri Lanka — one student at a time, at whatever level they arrive. Our qualified instructors offer personalised one-to-one and small group classes in Qur’an recitation, Tajweed, Hifz, Noorani Qaida, Arabic, Tafseer and Islamic Studies.
What our students mention most often is not the syllabus. It is the patience — that questions can be asked as many times as they need to be asked, and that nobody is made to feel behind.
Courses for every age and every level
From the very first Arabic letter to the meanings behind the verses. Every course is taught one-to-one, and every course shares the same simple fee structure.
Noorani Qaida
Learn the Arabic alphabet and build a strong foundation for reading the Qur’an.
BeginnerQur’an Recitation
Improve your recitation with correct pronunciation, rhythm and fluency.
All levelsTajweed
Master the rules of Tajweed for accurate and beautiful recitation.
All levelsQur’an Memorisation (Hifz)
A structured memorisation programme with regular revision and guidance.
Intermediate to advancedIslamic Studies
Learn essential beliefs, worship, manners, Seerah and Fiqh.
All levelsArabic Language
Learn to read, write, speak and understand Arabic.
Beginner to intermediateTafseer
Understand the meanings, lessons and wisdom of the Holy Qur’an.
Intermediate to advancedKids Qur’an Classes
Interactive Qur’an learning designed especially for children.
Ages 5 to 14Adults Qur’an Classes
Personalised Qur’an learning for adults at every level.
All levels
Kids Qur’an Classes
Short, lively 30-minute classes taught by a female teacher, with a progress note to parents after every session.
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Adults Qur’an Classes
Private classes for adults at any starting point — including those who have never read a single Arabic letter.
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No sales call, no pressure and no card details. Just a class, so you can decide with something real in front of you.
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Fill in the short form or send one WhatsApp message. Tell us who the classes are for and roughly when you are free.
Take a free trial class
A real class with a real teacher, so you can see the teaching for yourself. No payment and no commitment.
Choose your schedule
Pick the class length and plan that fit your week. Everything is arranged around your time zone.
Begin learning
Classes start, progress is tracked, and you always know exactly where you are up to.
Ustadha Zainab Zifnaas addressing the 1st Annual Athar Awards 2026.
Six reasons families choose us
Qualified, experienced teachers
Every teacher is selected for two things: mastery of the subject, and the patience to teach it kindly.
One-to-one and small group classes
Private classes for every age and level. No crowded virtual classrooms where quiet students disappear.
Flexible timings, every time zone
Classes are arranged around your week — mornings, evenings or weekends — wherever in the world you are.
Rooted in Qur’an and Sunnah
Authentic teaching, taken from established sources, with no shortcuts and no invention.
Friendly, patient and student-focused
Questions are welcome as many times as you need to ask them. Nobody is made to feel behind.
Affordable fees, uncompromised quality
One clear fee structure for all nine subjects, published openly on this website.
Choose your class length, then your plan
The same plans apply to every one of the nine subjects. There is no joining fee, no exam fee and no charge for learning materials.
Ideal for children and for adults building a steady weekly habit.
A gentle, consistent start
- 30 minutes per class
- One class every week
- One-to-one with your teacher
- Progress notes after every class
Noticeably faster progress
- 30 minutes per class
- Three classes every week
- One-to-one with your teacher
- Structured revision between classes
For Hifz and serious daily study
- 30 minutes per class
- Five classes every week
- One-to-one with your teacher
- Priority scheduling and daily targets
Best for adults, Tajweed detail, Hifz and Tafseer study.
Longer sessions, once a week
- 45 minutes per class
- One class every week
- One-to-one with your teacher
- Progress notes after every class
Depth and pace together
- 45 minutes per class
- Three classes every week
- One-to-one with your teacher
- Structured revision between classes
Intensive Hifz and advanced study
- 45 minutes per class
- Five classes every week
- One-to-one with your teacher
- Priority scheduling and daily targets
Fees are shown in US dollars so students in every country can compare them easily. See what is included →
What our students actually say
Unedited messages from students, shared with their permission.
“Alhamdulillah, this Qur’an madrasa and the Tajweed course have been an incredibly beneficial journey for me. Ustadha Zainab recites the Qur’an beautifully and explains every rule with clarity and kindness. Her gentle corrections and sharp observations helped me improve my recitation in ways I never imagined. I am also thankful for her consistent support and guidance throughout the course. Her dedication made learning much easier and more enjoyable.”
“I absolutely love my Qur’an class and feel so grateful for the experience. Ms Zainab has been incredibly patient, supportive and inspiring. She has helped me improve my tone and guided me to read at a more meaningful and profound pace. Her teaching style has deepened not only my recitation but also my connection with the words of the Qur’an. I am truly thankful for the positive impact she has had on my journey.”
“Sister Zainab Zifnaas is a very friendly person and a young, talented Qur’an teacher. She explains clearly and patiently, as many times as we need if we have any doubts. She is down to earth and humble. She also motivates us and gives the push needed to develop confidence in our recitation, and she speaks in a kind tone throughout the session. I am happily learning from her and wish her all the success.”
“Today I started my online Qur’an class under the guidance of Ustadha Zainab. It is a great pleasure to learn from you. The way you teach Qur’an with Tajweed is truly wonderful and easy to understand. May Allah reward you abundantly for your efforts and grant you continued success in teaching. Ameen.”
Guidance worth reading first
How to start learning the Qur’an as an adult
If you have carried the feeling that you left it too late, this is the honest answer — and a first step you can take this week.
14 July 2026 · 6 min read→Choosing an online Qur’an teacher for your child
Seven questions worth asking before you enrol — and the answers that should reassure a careful parent.
28 June 2026 · 7 min read→What Tajweed actually means — and why it changes your recitation
Tajweed is often described as making recitation beautiful. That is the result, not the definition.
9 June 2026 · 6 min read→Your first class is free. Start here.
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