Arabic Language Centre

Learn Arabic in Dubai – Immersive Language Excellence

The Arabic Language Centre (ALC) stands as Dubai’s pioneering institution for Arabic language education. Strategically located in the prestigious Sheikh Rashid Tower within the Dubai World Trade Centre, ALC has maintained its position at the heart of Dubai’s educational landscape since 1980, offering students both historical prestige and modern convenience. Our spacious facility features 14 well-equipped classrooms designed to cater to both adult professionals and youth learners, with each space optimized for immersive language acquisition. What truly distinguishes ALC is our renowned Maliha Methodology – an innovative teaching system developed by our founder, Maliha Wehbe. This approach transforms Arabic learning into a logical, accessible journey that systematically builds comprehension while nurturing a genuine appreciation for the language’s inherent logic and beautiful cultures

  • School size: Small
  • Class size for Junior programs: 15
  • Age Group: Adults (16+), Juniors (12+)
  • Class size for Juniors: 15
  • Levels: All levels welcome, including those with no prior knowledge
  • Accommodations: Residence, Own Hotel/Guesthouse
  • Availability: Year-round

Highlights

  • 45 Years of Excellence - Dubai’s first Arabic institute with 14 specialized classrooms, teaching adults & youth since 1980
  • Methodology Matters - A unique, flexible teaching approach developed by Maliha Wehbe, combining a simplified, logical method with interactive learning to make languages easy to grasp and apply in real-life situations
  • Prime Dubai Location - Established 1980 in Sheikh Rashid Tower – learn Arabic in Dubai’s most prestigious business & cultural hub
  • Highly Qualified Instructors - Experienced, native-level teachers trained under our methodology, dedicated to your success

Programmes Offered

Immersion Programs

Master Arabic while experiencing Dubai’s culture! Our immersive courses combine: Native-level instruction across speaking, reading, writing & listening

Cultural workshops & real-world practice for practical fluency

Flexible formats for adults & youth (ages 10+)

Adult Learning Pathways Group Classes 

Learn interactively using the Maliha Wehbe Method – our founder’s proven system blending structured grammar with lively conversation practice

Private/Semi-Private 

Customized 1:1 or small-group lessons with flexible scheduling for accelerated progress in business, travel, or daily life

Youth Programs Group & Private Classes 

Engaging courses for ages 6-17, taught through games, storytelling, and tech tools to build lifelong Arabic skills

Seasonal Intensives 

Transform school breaks into cultural adventures! Students learn Arabic through cooking, calligraphy, and art projects while mastering language fundamentals

Corporate Training

Equip teams with Arabic fluency for UAE business success Small groups (max 15) with industry-specific vocabulary

Cultural competency training & practical communication drills

Flexible onsite/online scheduling

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  • The Arabic Language Centre partners with The Myriad Dubai, a premier student residence in Dubai International Academic City (DIAC).
  • This vibrant community offers modern, secure living with state-of-the-art amenities, diverse dining options, and recreational spaces—perfect for balancing study and social life.
  • For immersion program participants, we also provide curated hotel options within a 15-minute walk from our campus.
  • All accommodations are strategically located near Downtown Dubai and DIFC, with seamless transport links across the city.

  • Residence
  • Own Hotel/Guesthouse

  • The Dubai World Trade Centre sits at the crossroads of business and culture, surrounded by DIFC’s luxury hotels, Downtown’s Burj Khalifa, and gourmet dining. The area pulses with professional energy yet feels welcoming.
  • The World Trade Centre Metro puts beaches, malls, and the Palm within 15 minutes.
  • Between classes, explore the Museum of the Future (5-min walk) or traditional souks.
  • Wide sidewalks, abundant cafés, and 24/7 security create a perfect environment for students.
  • Evenings shine with Dubai Opera performances or skyline views from Burj Khalifa’s base.
  • Every direction offers new ways to practice Arabic in authentic settings.

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Testimonials

The ALC has patient, well-informed teachers and a very friendly, supportive atmosphere. The whole school environment is motivating with the best Arabic method there is. I’m just glad I joined. I truly witness the focus on everyday communication and the sense of progress in my learning.

Yani Venezuela

Best language learning experience. All teachers are native speakers, passionate about their job, immensely professional and incredibly engaged. Hybrid classes are a blessing, attending is possible both offline and online, which is great for busy schedules, out-of-towners and different preferences. You’ll start speaking literally from the first class and before you know, you can handle conversations. The center has its own textbooks, presentations and all sorts of support materials and tutors are there for you, whatever you require and wish for my highest kudos for my tutor, Angela, she is the best of the best – and more.

Daria Russia

I have been studying Arabic at ALC for 4 years now and have loved every class. The innovative teaching method with its focus on spoken communication ensures you make quick progress and is highly interactive and motivating. My teacher, Angela, is a very talented and intuitive teacher, as well as being great fun! People are friendly and met good people in the class too. Teacher is very focussed, kept all us into the same paths to keep the lesson more effectively. She sent us the voice record which is the best help for beginners!

Jinyeong South Korea

I have been attending for nearly a year and a half now, starting with Beginner and now attending the Advanced classes. The classes are fun, very engaging and most importantly I am now able to converse in Arabic as well as read. Maria has been my teacher and she is incredible, patient and she really pushes us. I would recommend it to anyone wishing to learn Arabic, their way of teaching is very effective and super interactive.

Familia
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IALC is very proud to be supported by our IALC Corporate Partners Guardme International Insurance Services.