OUR LANGUAGE. OUR ROOTS. OUR NEXT GENERATION.

A language to grow in. Roots to grow from.

A welcoming place for children to speak, read, and write Persian — through stories, friendship, and the everyday joy of belonging.

Children reading together

OUR SCHOOL

From Persian class to family conversation

Noor Farsi School is a small, dedicated program where children learn Farsi joyfully, with meaning, and rooted in culture — through stories, songs, and real conversation.

Our school, mission and story
Children talking with their grandparents

CURRICULUM

Three Levels, One Journey

Each level builds gently on the last, keeping children engaged and moving forward at the right pace.

Little Light

Beginner · Ages 5–7

  • Persian alphabet — letters and sounds
  • Numbers, colors, animals, and family words
  • Simple songs and nursery rhymes
  • Basic everyday phrases and greetings
  • Visual games and hands-on activities

Growing Light

Intermediate · Ages 8–11

  • Reading connected text and short stories
  • Writing sentences and short paragraphs
  • Vocabulary through Persian folktales
  • Everyday conversation practice
  • Introduction to Persian poetry

Bright Light

Advanced · Ages 12–14

  • Reading literature and longer prose
  • Expressive and descriptive writing
  • Classical poetry — Hafez & Rumi
  • Persian cultural history and traditions
  • Independent reading projects

من یار مهربانم دانا و خوش‌بیانم

Abbas Yamini Sharif

03 / SUNDAYS AT NOOR

A morning of learning. A community to belong to.

Illustration of a children’s storytelling circle

9:30 a.m.

Breakfast and time with friends

10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Two Persian lessons and one enrichment class

After 12:30 p.m.

Lunch with families

The academic year began Sunday, September 27, 2026. All times are local Chicago time.

04 / THE SCHOOL NOTICEBOARD

A little closer to school life.

FROM THE SCHOOL OFFICE

A new year of Persian, together

The academic year at Noor Center Persian School began Sunday, September 27, 2026. Sundays include two Persian lessons and one enrichment class. Breakfast starts at 9:30 a.m., classes run 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., and lunch follows.

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FROM THE SCHOOL OFFICE

Finding the right start for your child

Please complete one form per child. Sharing your child’s Persian skills helps the school understand the right learning path. Full academic-year tuition is $499, payable by cash or Zelle, in full or two installments. Choose Request a call if you have questions […]

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05 / TOGETHER AT NOOR

Gatherings & events

Our Sunday gathering

Breakfast from 9:30; classes 10:00–12:30; lunch after class. Special celebrations are announced when confirmed.