Many parents want their child to know the basics of their religion clearly and confidently, but weekend classes are hard to commit to and self study rarely holds a child's attention. Islamic Essentials for Kids solves that with a short, focused programme: two weeks, five live lessons, and a syllabus built around the five things every young Muslim should understand.
Lessons are live on Zoom in small groups of eight to fifteen children, so every child is known by name and encouraged to speak, ask and answer. Quizzes, stories and friendly competition keep the energy high while the teacher keeps the content authentic and age appropriate.
Every child who completes the programme receives a certificate of completion, and families who continue into any of our one-to-one Quran or Arabic courses afterwards receive £10 off their first month.
Course at a Glance
Everything about the programme in one place: what your child studies, how the lessons run, and what the course includes.
What Your Child Will Learn
The syllabus covers five areas across the five live lessons, each one taught with simple language, visual aids and plenty of interaction.
1. Aqeedah (Belief)
Who is Allah, the six articles of faith, and the beautiful names of Allah. Children finish able to explain what a Muslim believes in their own words, with confidence rather than confusion.
2. Fiqh (Worship in Practice)
Purity (taharah), wudu step by step, and salah with the common mistakes children make. This is practical: the aim is a child who can make wudu and pray correctly, not one who can only recite definitions.
3. Seerah (The Prophet's Life)
The birth of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, his character and manners, and how we love and follow him. Taught through storytelling, which is how children remember best.
4. Tafseer (Understanding Short Surahs)
The meanings of Al-Fatihah, Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and An-Naas. Children already recite these daily, and this lesson turns familiar words into understood words.
5. Hadith and Manners
Short memorised hadiths, plus manners in eating, speaking and with parents, finishing with a review session and a fun competition.
Course Details
- Duration: 2 weeks
- 5 live lessons, 60 minutes each
- Small groups of 8 to 15 children
- Ages 6 to 12
- Live on Zoom
- Certificate of completion included
What Makes This Course Different
A short course only works if every minute counts. These lessons are live rather than recorded, interactive rather than lecture style, and small enough that no child sits silently at the back.
- Live interactive classes, never pre-recorded videos
- Fun activities and quizzes in every lesson
- Certificate of completion for every child who finishes
- Small group learning so each child is heard
- Support from our team throughout the two weeks
- Qualified teachers in a safe and friendly environment
Course Fee and Bonus
The special launch price is £25 for the full two week programme, reduced from the regular price of £35. That covers all five live lessons, the activities and quizzes, and the certificate.
Bonus: enrol in any of our one-to-one Quran or Arabic courses after this programme and receive £10 off your first month.
Seats are limited because groups are kept small. Message us on WhatsApp at +20 1140 831569 to book your child's place.
- Special launch price: £25 for the whole course
- Regular price: £35
- £10 off your first month on any 1-to-1 course afterwards
- Limited seats, small groups only
Who This Course Is For
It suits children aged 6 to 12 who are growing up outside a Muslim majority country and need the basics explained clearly in English, as well as children who already attend Quran lessons but have never studied belief, fiqh or seerah in a structured way.
Parents who want a low commitment way to see how our teaching works before starting a longer one-to-one programme often start here.
How to Book Your Child's Place
1. Message us on WhatsApp
Send us your child's name and age on +20 1140 831569 and tell us which start date suits you.
2. Confirm your seat
We confirm the group, the lesson times and the Zoom link. Seats are allocated in the order they are booked.
3. Join the first live lesson
Your child joins the group on Zoom with a qualified teacher, and the two week journey begins.
My son is eight and had never sat still for an Islamic class before. Five lessons later he explains wudu to his little sister and keeps asking when the next course starts. The small group made all the difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Islamic Essentials for Kids designed for?
The course is built for children aged 6 to 12. Groups are arranged so that children study alongside others of a similar age and level of understanding.
How long is the course and how many lessons are there?
The programme runs for two weeks and includes five live lessons of 60 minutes each, taught on Zoom.
How much does the course cost?
The special launch price is £25 for the full two week programme, reduced from the regular price of £35. That includes all five live lessons and the certificate of completion.
Is the class one to one or in a group?
This particular course is taught in small groups of 8 to 15 children, which keeps it interactive and affordable. Our Quran, Tajweed, Hifz and Arabic courses remain fully one to one.
Does my child receive a certificate?
Yes. Every child who completes the five lessons receives a certificate of completion from Dhikr Academy.
Does my child need any prior knowledge or Arabic?
No. The lessons are taught in clear English and assume no prior study. Children who already read Quran will still find the belief, fiqh and seerah content new.
What happens if my child misses a lesson?
Message us and we will help your child catch up, either with a summary from the teacher or by joining the same lesson in another group where scheduling allows.
What is the £10 bonus offer?
If you enrol in any of our one-to-one Quran or Arabic courses after completing this programme, you receive £10 off your first month.
How do I book a place?
Message us on WhatsApp at +20 1140 831569 with your child's name, age and preferred start date. Seats are limited because groups are kept small.
More answers are on our full FAQ page.