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Arabic Language Classes & Islamic Schools in Malta 2026
Maintaining Arabic language and Islamic education for children — and improving Arabic proficiency for adults — is a priority for many Arab families in Malta. This guide covers the available options: community-based Quranic schools, Arabic language classes, and private tuition.
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Arabic and Islamic education options in Malta
| Type | What is offered | Available for |
|---|---|---|
| Mosque-based Quranic school | Quranic recitation, Islamic studies, basic Arabic — primarily at the Paola mosque | Children (weekend classes) |
| Islamic centre classes | Arabic language, religious education — at community centres in Paola, Marsa, Birkirkara | Children and teenagers |
| Private Arabic tutors | Flexible Arabic language tuition (Modern Standard or dialect-specific) | Children and adults |
| Online Arabic programmes | Structured Arabic language curricula from Arab-world providers (e.g., Saudi Ministry of Education online programmes) | All ages |
| Home education | Parents maintaining Arabic as the home language and providing supplementary learning | Children |
Last verified: 2026-06-09. Based on community knowledge.
Mainstream schooling in Malta
Malta's state school system teaches all subjects in Maltese and English. Children of non-Maltese families are entitled to enrol in state schools. The school system is free and compulsory for children aged 5–16.
State schools do not offer Arabic language teaching as part of the curriculum. For Arab children maintaining their native language, supplementary Arabic education (weekend classes or private tuition) is the standard approach.
Private and international schools in Malta may be more flexible and can sometimes accommodate specific language or cultural requirements. International school fees in Malta range from €5,000–€15,000+ per year depending on school and age group.
Quranic education at the mosque
The Mariam Al-Batool Mosque in Paola offers Quranic education classes for children, typically held at weekends. These classes cover:
- Quranic recitation (Tajweed)
- Memorisation of short Surahs
- Basic Islamic knowledge (Aqeedah, Fiqh)
- Arabic reading and writing at a basic level
Contact the mosque directly for current class schedules, age groups, and registration.
Arabic language for adults
Adults who want to learn or improve their Arabic in Malta have the following practical options:
- Private tutors — available through community networks and platforms like Preply or italki. Rates vary (€15–€40/hour). Dialect teaching (Moroccan Darija, Levantine, Egyptian) is available as well as Modern Standard Arabic (Fusha).
- Online programmes — Arabic is well-served by online learning: Duolingo (basic), ArabicPod101, and university-level programmes from Arab-world institutions. For formal certification, Arabic language tests (CEFR-based) can be taken through cultural institutes.
- Community conversation practice — joining the local Arabic community is itself the most effective way to maintain or improve colloquial Arabic.
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