Autumn Term
2026 · 4 key dates
Term begins
Half term break
Re-opens
Last day of term
Online · Edexcel GCSE · Boys & girls
Excel in GCSE Arabic
Achieve top grades with expert-led, live online tuition for the Edexcel GCSE — taught in small groups by native Arabic teachers.
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Small classes (8–12)
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Why choose us
Built for top grades
A comprehensive, supportive experience designed around your success.
Separate classes for boys & girls
Separate classes for boys and girls, for a comfortable and focused learning environment.
Structured weekly lessons
Weekly lessons covering every part of the GCSE curriculum, for steady, confident progress.
Exam board expertise
Tutors who know the Edexcel GCSE Arabic exam inside out — targeted preparation and exam technique.
Interactive online learning
Live, interactive lessons from the comfort of home on an easy-to-use online platform.
Class schedules
Boys' & girls' classes
Edexcel Arabic GCSE — Girls
Girls only, ages 14–16
Level 1 · Monday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM GMT
Level 2 · Wednesday, 8:00 – 10:00 PM GMT
Starts 1 September · 38 weeks · 3 hours a week
Edexcel Arabic GCSE — Boys
Boys only, ages 14–16
Level 1 · Monday, 8:00 – 10:00 PM GMT
Level 2 · Tuesday, 7:30 – 9:30 PM GMT
Starts 2 September · 38 weeks · 3 hours a week
The course
Course details
What your child will gain
- Confident communication: speaking and writing Arabic clearly and coherently.
- Cultural awareness: understanding the culture and identity of Arabic-speaking communities.
- Language proficiency: using Arabic effectively, independently, and creatively.
- Exam readiness: full preparation for the four papers — Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing.
Course content
The course is built around five key themes, each covering topics relevant to students' age and interests and to the cultural contexts of Arabic-speaking countries.
Identity & culture
- Relationships, family, and friends
- Social media and technology
- Daily life and cultural activities
Local area, holiday & travel
- Holiday preferences and experiences
- Travel and tourist transactions
- Local area, town, region, and country
School
- School types and routines
- School activities and events
Future aspirations, study & work
- Using languages beyond the classroom
- Ambitions, jobs, and careers
International & global dimension
- Global events and campaigns
- Environmental issues
Teaching approach
New structures, vocabulary, and expressions are taught through topics, discussions, and activities, with grammar reinforced in context. Lessons include debates, role-play, simulations, games, and mini-presentations, with group or individual feedback throughout.
Course materials
- Textbooks & workbooks: "Your Arabic Friend" and "The New Arabic Campaign"
- Online resources: listening exercises and interactive activities
- Cultural materials: Arabic films, music, and literature
Getting the most from class
Students read and listen to set content between lessons, and complete a short assessment so we place them in the right class for their level.
What you'll master
Four exam skills
Listening
Work with spoken texts to identify key points, details, and opinions.
Speaking
Role plays, picture tasks, and conversations to build fluency and confidence.
Reading
Read a range of texts to deduce meaning, find key information, and translate.
Writing
Short texts, essays, and translations with accurate grammar and vocabulary.
Academic year 2026/2027
Your year at a glance
Term dates for live online GCSE Arabic classes — plan around half terms, Eid breaks, and bank 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 students say
Real results. Real grades.
Words from the students who’ve lived it — Grades 8 and 9 at GCSE, with teaching built around the exam.
“I am really so grateful to Talaam and Miss Huda who helped my daughter in her Arabic GCSE and thanks God got grade 9.The teacher is so professional and respectful. She knows different talented teaching techniques that helped my daughter a lot. I highly recommend Talaam and Miss Huda to everyone. Many thanks”
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Sarah
GCSE Arabic
“My daughter received her Arabic gcse result this morning and got an 8! I would highly recommend talaam for anyone wishing to study Arabic, the teacher was amazing and very supportive to all the students”
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Azra Khan
GCSE Arabic
“The lessons are fun and engaging and our teacher is wonderful. Always very supportive and kind. I'm doing GCSE level and I must say that my teachers input can clearly be seen in my work.”
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GCSE Arabic
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