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Learn Farsi Online with Native Persian Tutors
Private online Farsi classes for kids and adults — 1-to-1, group, or sibling lessons. Learn to speak, read, and write Persian with experienced native tutors, from anywhere in the world.
Join students in 30+ countries
Online Farsi Classes Built Around Your Goals
Whether you are reconnecting with Persian heritage, supporting your child's bilingual journey, or learning Farsi from scratch — Danaa matches you with the right native tutor for your goals.
Farsi for Kids Born Abroad
Second and third-generation children growing up outside Iran, Afghanistan, or Tajikistan. Parents want their kids to speak, read, and write in their mother tongue — and connect with grandparents in Farsi.
Explore Kids Programme →Partners of Persian Speakers
You married or are in a relationship with a Farsi speaker and want to talk with your partner's family, understand their culture, and join family gatherings — in Persian.
Learn as a Multilingual Speaker →Adult Beginners & Enthusiasts
You want to learn Persian from scratch — for travel, work, family, or a love of Iranian culture. Our tutors take you from your first words to confident conversation, step by step.
Browse Farsi Courses →Business & Travel Purposes
Working with Iranian, Afghan, or Tajik communities? Travelling to Persian-speaking regions? Speaking even basic Farsi builds trust, opens doors, and transforms relationships.
Start with a Free Trial →GCSE & A-Level Persian Students
UK-based students preparing for AQA GCSE or A-Level Persian exams. Our tutors know the exam format and help students achieve top grades with structured, exam-focused Persian lessons.
GCSE Persian Courses →Choose the Right Online Farsi Programme
Every learner is different. Whether you are a complete beginner, a heritage speaker, a child, or someone who wants to speak Persian fluently — we have a dedicated Farsi programme for you.
Persian for Complete Beginners
Start from zero. Learn the alphabet, core vocabulary, and your first conversations with a native tutor.
Explore Programme →Heritage Learner Programme
For diaspora families who grew up with Farsi at home but need to strengthen reading, writing, and speaking.
Explore Programme →Farsi for Kids
Fun, interactive Farsi classes for children ages 4–16. Stories, games, and cultural activities.
Explore Programme →Conversational Farsi
You understand Farsi but can't speak fluently? 100% speaking practice — real conversations from day one.
Explore Programme →Farsi for Non-Persian Speakers
Married to a Persian speaker or love Iranian culture? Learn Farsi from scratch with native tutors.
Explore Programme →GCSE & A-Level Persian
Exam-focused preparation for AQA GCSE and A-Level Persian. Past papers, speaking, writing.
Explore Programme →Watch a Real Online Farsi Class
These are real Farsi lessons from our tutors — not polished ads. Over 2,000 classes were held last year. See how our teachers engage students with conversation, cultural context, and personalised attention.
Personalised, Not Pre-Recorded
Every Farsi lesson adapts to your level, goals, and pace. Unlike apps, your tutor builds each session around you.
Speak Farsi from Day One
No months of theory before speaking. Our tutors get you talking in Persian from your very first class.
Culture Woven into Every Lesson
Learn Farsi through Persian stories, music, and traditions — not just grammar drills. This is how language sticks.
Parents Can See Progress
Regular progress updates and homework. Parents see exactly what their child is learning each week.
Choose How You Want to Learn Farsi Online
From speaking your first Persian words to writing fluently in Persian script — pick the online Farsi course that matches your goals.
Farsi Speaking Course
Build conversational confidence with a native tutor. Practise real-world dialogues, improve pronunciation, and express yourself naturally in everyday Persian.
Farsi Reading Course
Master the Persian alphabet step by step. Start with letters and sounds, then progress to reading stories and texts in Farsi script.
Farsi Writing Course
Learn to write in Persian script — from forming individual letters to composing paragraphs. Our tutors guide you through handwriting and digital writing in Farsi.
Farsi for Kids
Fun, interactive Farsi classes designed for children. Your child learns Persian through stories, games, songs, and age-appropriate activities with patient tutors.
Persian Poetry & Literature
For advanced learners who want to read classical Persian texts in the original. Taught as part of the Farsi curriculum — language first, literature alongside.
GCSE Persian Exam Prep
Targeted preparation for AQA GCSE and A-Level Persian. Past papers, speaking practice, writing techniques, and cultural topics — all aligned to the exam specification.
Learn Farsi Your Way — Private, Group, or Sibling Classes
Every family and learner is different. Choose the online Farsi class format that fits your goals, budget, and schedule.
1-to-1 Private Lessons
You + your tutor, full attentionFully personalised Farsi lessons built around your level, goals, and pace. The fastest way to improve — every minute focused on you.
- 100% personalised curriculum
- Flexible scheduling — book any time
- Best for fast progress and specific goals
- Ideal for beginners and exam prep (GCSE)
Sibling Classes
Brothers & sisters learn togetherTwo or more siblings share the same tutor and lesson time. Children motivate each other and parents save on per-child cost.
- Siblings learn and practise Farsi together
- One tutor, one session — lower cost per child
- Tutor adapts activities for different ages
- Perfect for families keeping Persian alive at home
Group Classes
Learn with peers at your levelJoin a small group of learners at a similar level. Practise conversation, build confidence, and enjoy the energy of learning Farsi together.
- Small groups — max 6 learners per class
- Real conversation practice with peers
- Most affordable option per lesson
- Recorded sessions — catch up if you miss one
Learn Farsi Online — From Anywhere, in Your Language
Danaa connects learners across Europe, North America, and Australia with native Persian tutors. Many of our tutors also teach in English, German, and other languages — so you can learn Farsi online comfortably, wherever you are and whatever language you think in.
Tutor language availability varies — tell us your preferred language when you book your free trial, and we'll match you with the right native Persian tutor.
Start Learning Farsi Online in 4 Simple Steps
No commitments. No contracts. Book your free trial Farsi lesson in under 2 minutes.
Create Your Free Account
Sign up in 30 seconds. Tell us your level and what you want to learn — speaking, reading, writing, or all three.
Choose Your Farsi Tutor
Browse native Persian tutors. Filter by speciality, price, and availability. Read verified reviews from other learners.
Book a Free Trial Lesson
Schedule a free introductory session with your tutor. Meet them, discuss your goals, and see if it is the right fit.
Start Learning Farsi
Begin your personalised online Farsi course. Learn at your own pace, reschedule anytime, and track your progress.
What Makes Danaa Different from Other Farsi Platforms
Unlike language apps that offer generic, one-size-fits-all content, Danaa connects you with real native Persian tutors for truly personalised online Farsi lessons.
1-to-1 Live Lessons, Not Chatbots
Every session is a live, private Farsi class with a native Persian speaker — not pre-recorded video or an AI chatbot. Ask questions, get corrections, have real conversations.
Affordable — Lessons from £10/hour
Quality Farsi tutoring does not need to cost £40+/hour. Choose 1-to-1 private lessons, sibling classes, or group classes for the best value — all with native tutors.
Beyond Language — Culture, Art & Music
Danaa is not just a language school. We also teach Persian music, art, storytelling, and calligraphy — so your Farsi comes alive through culture.
Flexible Schedule — Any Time Zone
Book Farsi lessons at times that work for you. With tutors across multiple time zones, you will always find availability — mornings, evenings, or weekends.
Specialists in Kids & Heritage Learners
Our tutors are trained to teach children and heritage learners who understand some Farsi but cannot read or write. We meet learners where they are.
All-in-One Platform
Video lessons, homework, messaging, scheduling, and payments — everything in one place. No juggling separate video links and payment apps.
Ready to see the difference for yourself?
Book a Free Trial Lesson →Danaa School vs italki and Preply — What Is the Difference?
General tutoring platforms like italki and Preply connect learners with freelance tutors across hundreds of languages. For widely spoken languages like Spanish or French, these marketplaces work well — tutor supply is high and competition keeps prices down. For Farsi, however, a general marketplace has clear limitations: tutors are unvetted beyond basic language verification, there is no structured curriculum for heritage learners or children, and the platform has no specialist understanding of what Persian learners actually need.
Danaa School was built exclusively to teach Farsi online. Every tutor on our platform is a native Persian speaker who has been assessed for teaching ability — not just language fluency. Our tutors specialise in specific learner types: young children from diaspora families, heritage speakers who need to build reading and writing skills, complete beginners with no Persian background, UK students preparing for AQA GCSE Persian, and adults learning Farsi for professional or personal reasons.
Because Danaa focuses only on Persian, learners get a clear path from their first lesson to fluency — with a tutor matched to their exact goals, not a generic marketplace listing. That focus is what makes learning Farsi online with Danaa genuinely different from a general tutoring platform.
Real Stories from Farsi Learners
Parents, heritage learners, and adult beginners share their experience learning Farsi at Danaa School.
"My daughter was born in London and never spoke Farsi. After 6 months with her Danaa tutor, she reads Persian bedtime stories to her little brother. We are so proud."
"I married into a Persian family and wanted to surprise them. After 3 months at Danaa, I had a full conversation with my mother-in-law in Farsi at Nowruz dinner. She cried!"
"Danaa is the only platform where my kids actually enjoy Farsi class. The tutor uses stories and games — it does not feel like a lesson at all. Both children ask when the next class is."
Why Learn Farsi Online?
Farsi — also called Persian — is spoken by over 110 million people across Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and diaspora communities worldwide. For Persian heritage families living in the UK, US, Canada, or Australia, learning Farsi is not just about language — it is about keeping a cultural identity alive across generations.
Children who grow up in diaspora communities often understand spoken Farsi from parents and grandparents but cannot read, write, or speak it with confidence. Online Farsi classes solve this directly — connecting learners with native Persian tutors regardless of where they live, on a schedule that fits around school and work. Unlike language apps that give every learner the same pre-recorded content, live online Farsi lessons with a real tutor adapt to each student's exact level, goals, and pace.
Learning Farsi online also means access to the best tutors, not just the nearest ones. Whether you live in central London, a small town in Australia, or a city with no Persian-speaking community at all, you can learn Farsi online with an experienced, vetted native tutor through the Danaa platform — from your own home, in your own time. Our most popular programmes serve children aged 4–16, heritage speakers in the diaspora, and UK students preparing for GCSE Persian.
Farsi Learning Resources & Guides
Dive deeper into specific areas of learning Persian with our specialised pages and guides.
Learn Farsi for Kids
Everything parents need to know about teaching their children Persian — age-appropriate activities, tutor matching, and keeping kids motivated.
Read More →Learn Farsi Reading
A step-by-step guide to mastering the Persian alphabet and building reading fluency — for absolute beginners and heritage speakers alike.
Read More →Farsi for Multilingual Speakers
Already speak multiple languages? Discover how your multilingual brain gives you a head start in learning Farsi.
Read More →Common Questions About Learning Farsi Online
Everything you need to know before you start learning Persian online.
Most students can hold a basic conversation in Farsi after 3–4 months of weekly 1-to-1 lessons. Reading and writing typically takes around 6 months for comfortable fluency with the Persian script. Heritage learners who already understand spoken Farsi often progress faster. Pace depends on your goals, practice time, and exposure to Persian outside lessons.
Farsi is one of the more approachable Middle Eastern languages for English speakers. It has no grammatical gender, no noun cases, and a relatively regular verb system. The main adjustment is learning the Persian script, which reads right to left — but most students become comfortable with it within a few weeks of practice with a tutor.
Children as young as 4 years old can start learning Farsi with our kid-friendly tutors. At this age, lessons are shorter (20–30 minutes) and use songs, colours, animals, and simple phrases through play-based learning. Children aged 6 and above can begin working on the Persian alphabet and basic reading.
Online Farsi lessons at Danaa School start from £10 per session. Pricing varies depending on the tutor's experience, speciality, and demand. Many tutors offer package discounts for 5, 12, or 20 lessons. Your first introductory session with any tutor is free, so you can find the right fit before committing.
Farsi and Persian refer to the same language. "Persian" is the English name, while "Farsi" (فارسی) is what speakers call it. "Dari" is the variant spoken in Afghanistan and "Tajik" the variant in Tajikistan — all are part of the same language family and are mutually intelligible. At Danaa, our tutors teach standard Farsi/Persian.
Absolutely. Most of our students start from scratch with no prior knowledge of the language or script. Our tutors are experienced at working with complete beginners, and every lesson is tailored to your current level. There is no minimum level required to begin learning Farsi online.
Yes. Many of our native Persian tutors also teach in other languages, including English and German. When you book your free trial, tell us your preferred language and we will match you with a tutor who can teach Farsi comfortably in the language you think in.
Yes. We have dedicated tutors who specialise in AQA GCSE Persian and A-Level Persian exam preparation. Lessons cover all four papers — listening, speaking, reading, and writing — along with cultural topics required by the specification. Visit our GCSE Persian page for more details.
Yes. Danaa offers three class formats: 1-to-1 private lessons, sibling classes where brothers and sisters learn together with one tutor, and group classes with small groups at a similar level. Sibling classes are our most popular option for families — children motivate each other and parents save on per-child costs. Group classes are our most affordable format and include recorded sessions.
Learn Farsi Online with Danaa School
Danaa School is an online Persian language platform connecting learners worldwide with native Farsi tutors for private, group, and sibling classes. Founded to serve Persian heritage families in the diaspora, Danaa now teaches students in over 30 countries — from complete beginners to advanced learners.
Our platform offers structured online Farsi programmes for children, beginners, heritage speakers, conversational learners, and GCSE exam students. Every new student receives a free introductory Farsi lesson — no credit card required.
Start Learning Farsi Online Today
Book a free trial lesson with a native Persian tutor. No payment required. See for yourself why families in 30+ countries choose Danaa to learn Farsi.
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