Autumn Term
2026 · 4 key dates
Term begins
Half term break
Re-opens
Last day of term
Onsite in Manor Park · Live online
Master Arabic — onsite & online
Arabic classes for children from beginner to GCSE and A-Level — onsite in Manor Park and live online, with qualified native teachers.
100+
Students taught
Grade 9
GCSE results
8+
Years experience
★★★★★4.9 from 47+ reviews
DBS-checked teachers
Small classes (8–12)
Free trial class
A glimpse inside
Our classes in action
Small class sizes
Just 8–10 students per class, so every child gets real attention.
Qualified native teachers
Native Arabic speakers with real teaching experience — every one DBS-checked.
A path to GCSE & beyond
A structured route from first letters to GCSE and A-Level success.
Onsite in Manor Park
Learn Arabic in person
Weekend classes taught in person at our Manor Park centre.
Friday Arabic Classes
Friday · 9:30 – 11:30 AM
Beginner → GCSE
Reading, writing and speaking in small groups — a calm, focused start to the weekend at our Manor Park centre.
Saturday Arabic Madrasah
Saturday · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Boys ≤ 11 · Girls ≤ 16
A longer Saturday morning combining Arabic and Qur'an, for children who want to go further.
Online · live on Zoom
Live online timetable
Edexcel GCSE, Pre-GCSE and A-Level Arabic — live on Zoom for students anywhere in the UK.
GCSE Arabic — Girls
Girls only, ages 14–16
Level 1 · Monday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Level 2 · Wednesday, 8:00 – 10:00 PM
GCSE Arabic — Boys
Boys only, ages 14–16
Level 1 · Monday, 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Level 2 · Tuesday, 7:30 – 9:30 PM
Section · 05 · Study online
Class without walls.
Live online classes for students who cannot attend in person or prefer flexibility. Same teaching standards, same teachers.
GCSE · Girls only
GCSE Arabic Girls
Girls preparing for Edexcel GCSE Arabic
All four papers: listening, reading, writing, speaking
LEVEL 1 Monday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
LEVEL 2 Wednesday, 8:00 – 10:00 PM
LENGTH 38 weeks · live online
BOARD Edexcel
GCSE · Boys only
GCSE Arabic Boys
Boys preparing for Edexcel GCSE Arabic
All four papers: listening, reading, writing, speaking
LEVEL 1 Monday, 8:00 – 10:00 PM
LEVEL 2 Tuesday, 7:30 – 9:30 PM
LENGTH 38 weeks · live online
BOARD Edexcel
Pre-GCSE · Girls only
Pre-GCSE Arabic Girls
Girls building a foundation before GCSE year
Reading, writing and grammar focused programme
WHEN Sunday, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
FORMAT Live on Zoom
LEVEL Pre-GCSE
A-Level · Live online
Arabic A-Level Edexcel
Students preparing for Pearson Edexcel A-Level Arabic
Exam-focused tuition covering the full Edexcel syllabus
WHEN Tuesday, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
FORMAT Live on Zoom
BOARD Pearson Edexcel
LIVE ON ZOOM — All online classes are live on Zoom. Message us to secure your child's place.
Academic year 2026/2027
Your year at a glance
Term dates for onsite and live online Arabic classes — plan ahead for half terms, Eid breaks, and holidays.
Autumn Term
2026
Spring Term
2027
Summer Term
2027
Spring Term
2027 · 6 key dates
Term begins
Half term break
Re-opens
Ramadan / Eid break
Re-opens (Eid party)
Last day of term
Summer Term
2027 · 6 key dates
Term begins
Bank holiday (closed)
Eid ul Adha break
Exact dates confirmed closer to the time Summer half term
Re-opens
Last day of term
Closures & breaks
When we're closed
Half terms, bank holidays, and Islamic breaks — plan ahead with your family.
Autumn Term
Half term break
Monday 26 – Friday 30 October 2026
Spring Term
Half term break
Monday 15 – Friday 19 February 2027
Spring Term
Ramadan / Eid break
Monday 1 – Friday 12 March 2027
Summer Term
Bank holiday (closed)
Monday 3 May 2027
Summer Term
Eid ul Adha break
Exact dates confirmed closer to the time
Summer Term
Summer half term
Tuesday 1 – Friday 4 June 2027
Term dates are subject to change if the need arises. Dates for 2027/28 will be published in the summer term, in shaa Allah. Revised 16 April 2026.
What families say
Real results. Real words.
Words from the parents and students who’ve lived it — top GCSE grades online, and real progress in Qur’an and Arabic onsite.
“Ta’alam has provided exceptional services for both my children. They have been taught in a supportive and nurturing environment, with teachers doing their utmost to help every child reach their full potential.”
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Sahar Salim
Parent
“The teachers at Ta’alam are amazing, mashaAllah. My kids really enjoy it and their tajweed has improved immensely since being there. I can’t praise the teachers enough for the effort they put into the children.”
SC
Samia C
Parent
“An amazing place for little ones to learn everything about our deen. My son has learnt so much since he started. I would recommend it to anyone who wishes their children to have excellent Islamic teaching and Qur’an.”
AH
Amal Hassan
Parent
“The lessons are very well structured, and our teacher always makes sure students fully understand before moving on. Thanks to her I achieved a Grade 9 — something I couldn’t have imagined without her help.”
SR
Soumeya Rihane
GCSE Arabic · Grade 9
“A very kind and enthusiastic teacher. She helped me a lot in my Arabic GCSEs and was always available when I needed extra help. Her tips prepared me perfectly for the real exam.”
LB
Lina Badawy
GCSE Arabic · Grade 9
“Highly recommend this institution. I received an 8 in my GCSE despite joining late in the year. The teaching is brilliant — exam preparation was thorough and I felt confident on the day.”
TA
Tariq Ahmed
GCSE Arabic · Grade 8
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Visit us
Find us in Manor Park
Our centre is at 56 Church Road, Manor Park, East London (E12).
By Train
Manor Park station (Elizabeth line) — 5 min walk
By Bus
Routes 238, 86, 308 on Church Road
By Car
On-street parking nearby
56 Church Road, Manor Park, London E12 6AF
In the heart of Manor Park, East London
Section · 06 · Get started
Book a free trial class.
Try a class free before you enrol — no obligation. Message us on WhatsApp to book, or email any questions, and we’ll reply within one working day.