Many excellent Quran teachers learned English as a second language. Children in the UK may not be used to different accents at first.
What helps quickly
| Fix | Why |
|---|---|
| Headphones | Clearer sound than laptop speakers |
| Key instructions typed in the chat | Reading backs up listening |
| A polite phrase: “Can you repeat that, please?” | Gives your child a way to ask |
| Sit in for the first few lessons | You can help with understanding |
| Written weekly task | No confusion about homework |
Keep the priority clear
In a Quran lesson, what matters most is the teacher’s Arabic pronunciation, Tajweed and teaching skill. An accent in English doesn’t affect the Quran your child learns.
A hidden benefit
A teacher whose first language is Arabic often has excellent pronunciation of difficult letters like ع, ح and ض, which your child will hear and copy.
When to raise it
If after three or four weeks your child still often can’t follow instructions, mention it to the academy. During the free trial, families can change teacher at no cost.
Teacher’s tip: teach your child the Arabic classroom words their teacher uses: “أَعِدْ” (repeat), “اِقْرَأْ” (read). Shared Arabic words often bridge any English gap. See words teachers use.
Related: Raising a concern.
