Learn English at many levels with courses for speakers of other languages, for free.  Learn how to speak, listen, read and write in English, with our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses.

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Benefits of learning English    

Improve your English to:  

  • get a job  
  • understand your doctor  
  • help your children at school   
  • make life in the UK easier 
  • go onto further education   

Improve your English for work

Learn English as a second language for work. Get confident in interviews and work, with better English language skills.   

Different levels to suit you

You can learn ESOL English at a level to suit you.  We have English courses in a classroom near you. We do online ESOL courses, so you can learn English at home.   

We are here for you, and ESOL courses are free.

Before you do an ESOL course with us, you will need to do a skills check. This will help us start you on the right course.  

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Level 1 ESOL: ESOL - Help your child with maths

Enhance your English skills while learning how to support your child's maths education with our Level 1 ESOL: ESOL - Help Your Child with Maths course. Focus on practical communication and numeracy. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to improve their English proficiency and help their child succeed in maths.
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Dates:
Wed 06/11/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Alex Carro
Course code:
Q00018558
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Level 1)

Develop confidence to interact with others in English, no matter the situation. This ESOL course teaches you skills to help you communicate verbally in English. It can support you in job interviews, social conversations, or in your studies. This ESOL level 1 speaking and listening course builds on skills you learnt at entry 3. Gain tools to help you in conversations and sharpen your listening skills. This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL classes are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening. If you’re helping others access ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:
Mon 11/11/2024 -
Fri 31/01/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00016291
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 3)

Take your writing skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Improve your written English and feel more confident in a variety of everyday situations. This ESOL writing course can teach you important skills to study or write good CVs and job applications. This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. Expand your understanding of how to create well-structured texts and polish your spelling and grammar. This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening. If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:
Mon 11/11/2024 -
Fri 21/02/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
36 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00019112
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Finance and budgeting

This course focuses on improving English language skills while teaching essential financial literacy, including budgeting and managing money. Ideal for ESOL learners who want to develop practical financial skills alongside their English.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 15/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Derek Robinson
Course code:
Q00018551
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

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Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 2)

Build on basic reading skills with these ESOL classes. This is an English course for beginners. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses help you learn basic English for life in the UK and improve your chances of finding work or study options. This ESOL entry 2 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Grow your vocabulary and improve your reading skills in English. There are also writing and speaking and listening courses at this level. If you’re helping others find ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 18/11/2024 -
Mon 24/03/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
32 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00015857
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Level 2)

Feel confident progressing to level 2 ESOL with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to help you learn key reading skills you’ll need for the ESOL level 2 reading course. Get up to speed with the reading techniques and language skills you’ll need to tackle this ESOL course. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access level 2 ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 21/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Holly Nabipour Jafarabadi
Course code:
Q00015969
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Entry 3)

Set yourself up for success at learning English with this ESOL preparation course. This course is designed to help you prepare for an ESOL entry 3 reading course. Learn key reading skills you’ll need for the entry 3 ESOL course in reading. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access entry 3 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 26/11/2024 -
Thu 16/01/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00015949
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL

Start your journey of learning English with our Pre-Entry ESOL course, designed for beginners who are new to the English language. This course focuses on building foundational skills in a supportive and friendly environment.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 02/12/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00016650
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Entry 2)

If you are getting ready to take an ESOL entry 2 reading course, this course can help you prepare. Set yourself up for success with this ESOL preparation course. Learn reading skills to get up to speed before starting your entry 2 ESOL course. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This is an introductory English course for beginners. If you’re helping others access entry 2 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/12/2024 -
Thu 23/01/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015897
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Entry 3)

Set yourself up for success at learning English with this ESOL preparation course. This course is designed to help you prepare for an ESOL entry 3 reading course. Learn key reading skills you’ll need for the entry 3 ESOL course in reading. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access entry 3 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/12/2024 -
Thu 23/01/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015840
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00