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Getting started

Is Al-Itqan UK-based?

Yes. Al-Itqan is a UK-based online Islamic education and guidance institute with Scottish charity status.

Are classes online and available worldwide?

Yes. Al-Itqan serves learners and families online worldwide, subject to suitable timings, safeguarding and enrolment arrangements. Class links and learning resources are provided privately after registration and confirmation.

How are online sessions accessed?

Classes and counselling sessions use private Al-Itqan access links shared only after review and confirmation.

What happens before paid classes begin?

Qur'an Classes, Arabic, Young Learners, and Journey Through the Qur'an include an introductory assessment or information session where appropriate. Paid sessions begin after the introductory stage if both sides agree to continue.

Current programmes

Are classes one-to-one?

Qur'an Classes and Arabic Language are arranged as one-to-one online classes. The Youth Islamic Studies Pathway is Coming Soon, and registration is closed. Foundation and Development are levels within that pathway.

How much are Qur'an classes?

Qur'an Classes are £55/month for the existing one-to-one live structure, with Islamic Studies and monthly Tarbiyah included. A Friday Home Activity is sent for completion and return/submission; it is not another live lesson.

How much are Arabic classes?

Arabic Language is £65/month for one-to-one online learning: 30-minute sessions, 2 days per week, with monthly Tarbiyah included.

Who is Young Learners for?

The Al-Itqan Young Learners Islamic Programme is for ages 8-13 and costs £45 per month. The live class is on Sunday, 11:00-11:50 or 12:00-12:50 UK time. The Friday Home Activity is completed at home; it is not another live lesson.

Which Journey Through the Qur'an pathway should I choose?

Youth ages 14-17 meet on Saturday, 11:00-11:50 UK time. Adults aged 18+ meet on Saturday, 12:00-12:50 UK time. Each pathway costs £65 per month.

Coming Soon programmes

What is the Youth Islamic Studies Pathway?

The Coming Soon Youth Islamic Studies Pathway supports ages 11-15 through Foundation or Development level placement after assessment/review. Islamic Studies & Contemporary Issues is a separate Coming Soon programme for learners aged 16+.

How much are the youth programmes?

Youth Islamic Studies Pathway, Foundation Level and Development Level each cost £65/month and are Coming Soon for ages 11-15. Saturday times: Pathway 1:00 PM-1:50 PM; Foundation 2:00 PM-2:50 PM; Development 3:00 PM-3:50 PM UK time. Islamic Studies & Contemporary Issues is £75/month, Coming Soon for ages 16+, Sunday 1:00 PM-1:50 PM UK time.

Who are the youth programmes for?

The 11-15 pathway is for young Muslims building strong foundations or developing beyond the basics. The 16+ advanced programme is for older learners who want deeper Qur'anic understanding, practical guidance, and confident discussion of contemporary questions.

What does Islamic Studies and Contemporary Issues cover?

The advanced programme includes Qur'an translation and themes, Qur'anic vocabulary, basic Qur'anic Arabic, Tafsir, Fiqh, Hadith, Islamic character and Tarbiyah, contemporary youth issues, and a Q&A or discussion section.

What certificate is awarded for the advanced programme?

Students who complete the programme receive an Al-Itqan Institute Certificate of Completion from Al-Itqan Institute.

Which youth levels are open?

Youth Islamic Studies Pathway (ages 11-15), with Foundation and Development levels, and Islamic Studies & Contemporary Issues (16+) are Coming Soon. Neither is currently available for registration.

Counselling and guidance

Is counselling live?

Yes. Counselling and family guidance booking requests are available, with sessions confirmed by the team.

How long is counselling?

Sessions are 50 minutes.

How much is counselling?

Individual counselling is £50 for 50 minutes. Family or couple counselling is £70 per session. The full counselling package is £100 and includes two 50-minute sessions plus two weeks of follow-up guidance by email or WhatsApp.

Donations and account support

How do donations work?

The donation pathway supports General Donation and Zakat, fixed amounts, custom amounts, one-off giving, recurring monthly giving, donor phone capture, and Gift Aid declarations for eligible UK taxpayers. No payment is taken until Stripe checkout opens and completes successfully.

Is Gift Aid available?

Yes. Gift Aid is available for eligible UK taxpayers. Al-Itqan plans to prepare Gift Aid claim records quarterly.

Is Stripe used?

Stripe is used where Al-Itqan provides a secure payment route. For class enrolment and counselling, the team confirms payment arrangements after review.

How do student accounts work?

Al-Itqan reviews registrations and contacts families by email with the next steps. Under-18 learners are registered with parent or guardian details.

How do teacher accounts work?

Teacher applicants submit the Apply to Teach form. Al-Itqan reviews suitability, subjects, and availability before contacting the applicant with the next steps.

What contact details should be used?

Use support@alitqan.org.uk or WhatsApp/message +44 7876 646158.

Which email handles support and automated messages?

Use support@alitqan.org.uk for public enquiries, registrations, support, receipts, payment questions, booking confirmations, and account-related messages.