Learn Modern Standard or Levantine Arabic with Nahla Brakat, a native Arabic specialist teaching since 2012. Online and local in-person lessons for adults and children, individually or in groups.
From your very first words to confident professional conversations, choose the Arabic that fits your world.
Build a strong foundation in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Explore the Arabic used in news, formal communication and written texts.
Discover MSA ↗Bring everyday conversations to life. Learn practical expressions for connecting with people, family, travel and the culture of the Levant.
Start a conversation ↗Develop Arabic for your professional context, with lessons adapted to your communication needs. Drawing on experience teaching diplomats and government professionals.
Discuss your goals ↗
I'm Nahla Brakat, a native Arabic language specialist based in London. I teach Modern Standard and Levantine Arabic to adults and children, from complete beginners to advanced learners.
I have taught Arabic since 2012, working with adult learners, diplomats and government professionals. My experience includes teaching learners from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and Home Office through language training providers.
I offer individual and group lessons online and locally in person. With experience across CEFR levels A1–C1, I adapt explanations and learning materials to your level, interests and communication needs.
Arabic teaching experience with Language Services Direct, Professional Language Solution, London Arabic Tuition and Babel. Individual and group courses, from beginner to advanced.
Attention to meaning, tone and cultural context helps you understand how Arabic works for different audiences and situations. Lessons cover both Modern Standard and Levantine Arabic.
Arabic Certificate from Open University, Syria; a degree in Civil Engineering from Al-Baath University; and a postgraduate diploma in Environmental Management in Greece.
Meet four of Nahla’s students and hear about their experiences of learning Arabic with her.
Victoria shares how varied conversation topics and patient teaching helped her return to Arabic and rebuild her confidence.
▷ Watch their story · English subtitlesAfter two years of lessons with Nahla, Chris shares his appreciation for her teaching.
▷ Watch their story · English subtitlesAnna describes Nahla’s kind, warm approach and recommends her for learning Modern Standard or spoken Arabic.
▷ Watch their story · English subtitlesA Spanish teacher and former journalist, Laura talks about learning spoken Arabic with Nahla since 2017.
▷ Watch their story · English subtitlesTell Nahla what you want to achieve and explore a lesson plan that suits your level and interests.
Talk about why you want to learn Arabic, what you already know and where you want to go.
Learn with explanations and materials adapted to your proficiency, interests and communication needs, in individual or group courses.
Develop understanding through guided practice, with space to ask questions and build confidence.
Discover a few simple expressions to begin your journey.
Choose the lesson length that suits you. Contact Nahla to discuss your goals, preferred format and availability.
Per lesson
Enquire about 1 hour ↗Per lesson · 90 minutes
Enquire about 1.5 hours ↗Per lesson · 120 minutes
Enquire about 2 hours ↗Interested in a trial lesson? Ask Nahla about availability and details.
Both are available. Online lessons are available wherever you are. For in-person lessons, students can visit Nahla in Hornchurch or meet at Hornchurch Library by prior arrangement. Confirm the venue and time with Nahla before attending.
Yes. Lessons are available for adults and children, individually or in groups. Contact Nahla with the learner’s age, level and preferred format.
Yes. Lessons can begin with the foundations and grow with your confidence. Share your goals with Nahla to discuss a suitable starting point.
MSA is useful for reading, writing and formal contexts. Levantine Arabic is suited to everyday conversations in the Levant. Nahla can help you choose based on your goals.
Lessons cost £35 for 1 hour, £47 for 1.5 hours, or £60 for 2 hours. Contact Nahla to discuss availability, your preferred format and trial lesson details.
Yes. Nahla has experience teaching professionals and diplomats. Discuss the situations and language skills you need so you can explore a suitable plan together.
Share your preferences and submit your lesson request directly to Nahla. She will reply to confirm availability, lesson arrangements and the price before you book.
Prefer email? nahlaba92@yahoo.com
Tell Nahla a little about yourself and what you'd like to achieve. Ask about lessons, availability or a first conversation.
Message Nahla on WhatsApp ↗Email: nahlaba92@yahoo.com
Call or WhatsApp: +44 (0)7404 030414
Hornchurch, London · Online & in-person lessons