Our name
As-Suffa was the shaded platform at the back of the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, where a group of companions, may Allah be pleased with them, devoted themselves to learning the Quran directly from the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. It is often described as the first school in Islam. We chose the name as a reminder of what we are trying to be: a place where students sit with a teacher, learn carefully and carry the Quran with them for life.
Our mission
Our mission is to make authentic Quran education accessible to every home. Many families live far from a good madrasah, work long hours or simply cannot find a teacher who suits their child. Live online classes remove those barriers. A student in Manchester, Houston, Toronto, Sydney, Dubai or Lahore can learn with the same qualified teacher at a time that fits around school and work.
Our vision
We want every student who studies with us to recite the Quran correctly, understand what they recite and love coming back to it. Finishing a course matters, but a lasting relationship with the Book of Allah matters more.
Our teaching method
- One-on-one by default. The teacher listens to every word the student recites and corrects mistakes immediately, which a group class cannot do.
- Foundations first. Students master Makharij and the Noorani Qaida before moving on, so mistakes are not carried into the Quran.
- Small, steady steps. Short, regular lessons with a little daily practice achieve more than long, occasional ones.
- Revision built in. Every lesson begins with revision. In Hifz, new memorisation never outpaces review.
- Parents kept informed. You receive regular progress reports and can speak to the teacher or our coordinator whenever you wish.
- Tarbiyah alongside teaching. Teachers model good manners and nurture love for the Quran, salah and the Sunnah.
Who we teach
We teach children from the age of four, teenagers, adults returning to the Quran, new Muslims and sisters who prefer a female teacher. Courses run from Noorani Qaida and Quran reading through Tajweed, Hifz, translation and Tafseer, Arabic and Islamic studies for children.
Our commitment to you
You can expect punctual teachers, honest feedback about your child's progress, a safe and respectful learning environment, and a quick response whenever you contact us. If a teacher is not the right fit, tell us and we will arrange another at no cost. Read more about our teachers and how we select them, or book a free trial class.
Contact
Email info@alsuffaislamic.com or visit our contact page. We reply within one working day, in sha Allah.