Our Certified Egyptian Teachers

S. Mahmoud

Tajweed, Hifz & Ijazah Teacher

Sheikh Mahmoud Tantawy is an Al-Azhar graduate who holds an authenticated Ijazah in Hafs 'an 'Asim through the Shatibiyyah, with a connected chain of narration certified by Sheikh Ashraf Sayed Abdel Nabi. He serves as an Imam and Khatib with the Ministry of Awqaf and has taught Quran, Arabic and Islamic Studies to non-Arabic speakers for several years. His fluent English makes him a natural fit for students in the UK and other English-speaking countries.

Qualification

Al-Azhar University graduate (Faculty of Languages & Translation, English Islamic Section, 2018). Ijazah in Hafs 'an 'Asim via the Shatibiyyah with a connected Sanad to the Prophet ﷺ (2026). Diploma in Teaching, Beni Suef University

Experience

2+ years teaching Quran, Arabic and Islamic Studies to non-Arabic speakers. Imam and Khatib with the Egyptian Ministry of Awqaf

Specialization

Tajweed, Hifz, Ijazah preparation, Quran recitation

Languages

Arabic, English (fluent)

S. Moaz

Quran Reading, Nooraniyyah & Tajweed Teacher

Sheikh Moaz Ashraf Hashem completed his memorisation of the Quran at the age of twelve and holds an Ijazah in Hafs 'an 'Asim through the Shatibiyyah with a connected chain of narration to the Prophet ﷺ. He has taught Quran and Tajweed for over six years, online and in person, to students from five countries, and served as an Imam in both Saudi Arabia and Egypt. He is known for carefully tracking every student's mistakes so that progress is steady and measurable.

Qualification

Memorised the full Quran by age 12. Ijazah in Hafs 'an 'Asim via the Shatibiyyah with a connected Sanad to the Prophet ﷺ. Ijazat in Al-Qaida Al-Nooraniyyah (connected Sanad), Tuhfat Al-Atfal, Al-Muqaddimah Al-Jazariyyah, Al-Arjuzah Al-Mi'iyyah and Al-Arba'een An-Nawawiyyah, plus a connected Sanad in the Seerah

Experience

6+ years teaching Quran and Tajweed to students aged 5 to 55 from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the UAE and Palestine. Former assistant Quran teacher in Saudi Arabia and resident Imam in Sharqia, Egypt (2019-2025)

Specialization

Nooraniyyah foundations, Quran reading, Tajweed, structured error tracking

Languages

Arabic, English

"Ustadh focused on pronunciation which my son needs help with."Parent feedback on WhatsApp

Certificates on file

S. Abdullah Ezza

Quran, Tajweed & Islamic Studies Teacher

Sheikh Abdullah Ezzat Jafar is an Al-Azhar University graduate in Usul Al-Din and a certified Hafiz of the Quran. For over four years he has taught Quran recitation, practical Tajweed, Noor Al-Bayan reading and foundational Islamic Studies to non-Arabic speakers of all ages. Parents love his clear, engaging teaching style: he helps children build confident, fluent reading quickly, using interactive and gamified online lessons that keep every session calm, encouraging and focused on correct pronunciation.

Qualification

Al-Azhar University graduate (Bachelor's in Usul Al-Din, Fundamentals of Religion). Hafiz of the Quran, having memorised it in full with strong mastery of Tajweed

Experience

4 years teaching Quran, Tajweed and Islamic Studies online to non-Arabic speaking students of all ages (2022 to present), with international academies including Zumrat Al-Quran, Noor & Hedaya, Iqra Network, Al-Fatih and Al-Noor Academy

Specialization

Noor Al-Bayan foundations, Quran reading, Hifz, applied Tajweed, Islamic Studies

Languages

Arabic (native), English (fluent)

"I like his teaching style. I want my son to read Quran quick insha'Allah."Parent feedback on WhatsApp

"Sheikh Izzet is amazing.. really enjoyed the session."Parent feedback on WhatsApp

Teacher Haneen

Female Quran & Noor Al-Bayan Teacher

Teacher Haneen specialises in young children and sisters starting from the very beginning. Her lively, interactive lessons are a favourite with our families, and several parents have written to tell us how much their children enjoy her classes.

Specialization

Noor Al-Bayan, beginner Arabic phonics, interactive recitation

Languages

Arabic, English

Teacher Esraa

Female Quran & Tajweed Teacher

Teacher Esraa builds strong foundations with patience and warmth. She guides young children through their first letters and short surahs, and helps sisters improve their recitation and memorise Juz 'Amma with confidence.

Specialization

Foundational reading, Juz 'Amma memorisation, Tajweed for sisters

Languages

Arabic, English

Teacher Aisha Mohsen

Female Arabic & Islamic Studies Teacher

Teacher Aisha Mohsen helps children and young people move from reading words to understanding them. She teaches Quranic Arabic alongside Aqeedah, Fiqh, Seerah and daily supplications in a clear, gentle and age-appropriate way.

Specialization

Classical Arabic, Quranic vocabulary, Aqeedah, Fiqh, Seerah, daily Adhkar

Languages

Arabic, English

"Excellent. Mashallah. Love it."Parent feedback on WhatsApp

Teacher Farah Muhammed

Female Quran & Tajweed Teacher

Teacher Farah is known for being patient, friendly and very clear. Parents tell us their children enjoy her classes and feel comfortable asking questions, which helps them make steady progress in reading and Tajweed.

Specialization

Quran reading, Tajweed, beginner foundations

Languages

Arabic, English

"Teacher Farah was an excellent teacher. She was very patient, friendly, and explained everything clearly."Parent feedback on WhatsApp