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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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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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Thu 06/06/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
19 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015215
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 1)

Learn basic writing skills with this foundational English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn to write in English to study, work, and live in the UK. Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence to write basic sentences in English. There are also reading and speaking & listening courses at this level. If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Wed 26/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
26 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015216
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL for Beginners & Improvers

This is a new ESOL course aimed for beginner ESOL learners, offering them a friendly and safe online environment to practise speaking and listening in English in order to gain more confidence in their day to day lives. The course offers a virtual 'conversation cafe' where learners are taught by an experience qualified tutor who will guide them and help them build their English skills. The course is on Tuesday and Friday 9.30am - 12pm. This is a place where learners can make mistakes and work together to improve their English language skills at whatever pace they need.
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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Fri 24/05/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andrea Ostapski
Course code:
Q00015316
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £55.50

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL for Beginners & Improvers 2

This is a new ESOL course aimed for beginner ESOL learners, offering them a friendly and safe online environment to practise speaking and listening in English in order to gain more confidence in their day to day lives. The course offers a virtual 'conversation cafe' where learners are taught by an experience qualified tutor who will guide them and help them build their English skills. The course is on Tuesday and Friday 1pm - 3pm. This is a place where learners can make mistakes and work together to improve their English language skills at whatever pace they need.
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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Fri 24/05/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00015343
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

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Learn Online (ESOL)

Do you want to learn English online? Studying online is an easy and effective way to learn. This online ESOL conversation class will give you a great chance to practice your English speaking and listening skills in a relaxed, informal online setting. You’ll learn everything you need to know to get the most out of your online studies. This course is aimed at English learners. The explanations will be given in plain, simple English and your tutor will help you understand the content. There will be 2 face to face sessions at a venue which is to be confirmed. This is a chance to improve your English communication skills and also build your digital confidence working online.
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Dates:
Mon 13/05/2024 -
Fri 12/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00014963
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £133.20

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 13/05/2024 -
Tue 09/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Farzana Birader
Course code:
Q00015346
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Professional Development: Preparing for the IELTS Exam (Writing)

Are you looking to take an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam in writing skills? Are you looking to improve your understanding of what is required to undertake an IELTS exam to help with your work or study, then this course is for you. The exam is designed to help people who want to study or work where English is the native language (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand). This is an introductory course in preparation for the exam. You can progress to other IELTS courses in that you may be interested in taking to make further progress.
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Dates:
Wed 15/05/2024 -
Wed 24/07/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Sally Kawamura
Course code:
Q00014207
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

Level 2 ESOL: Reading for Pleasure

Polish your reading skills in English! This ESOL level1/ 2 course teaches you advanced knowledge to help you read and analyse a variety of texts in English. Perfect your reading skills in English while practising critical thinking. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your reading to help you improve your English language skills . Improved reading and comprehension skills can open doors to work and study options in the UK. This ESOL reading course builds on skills you are learning at level 1 and focusses on reading interesting and variety of texts which will improve your vocabulary , grammar and help you with future Esol / functional skills exams . This is an English course for adults and is aimed at speakers of other languages.
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Dates:
Thu 16/05/2024 -
Thu 11/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Tamsin Newman
Course code:
Q00015142
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.80

Everyday English communication skills

Do you want to start learning English? If English is not your first language and you want to learn at a beginner level, this course will get you started with some words and phrases needed to communicate with other people in everyday situations. It will also give you confidence with some basic communication skills. This pre-entry level ESOL course will help you to communicate basic ideas in English. You will practice reading, writing, speaking and listening, with a focus on conversation skills. You will also learn new vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and start to learn about basic English grammar. You will work with other learners at a similar level and will be expected to take part in pair and group activities in the classroom.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 20/05/2024 -
Thu 18/07/2024
Location:
Online
Course code:
P00000053
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
(Waiting list)
Fee:
Free

English for knowing your Community

Do you want to develop your English further ? Would you like to use your phone or laptop to help develop your English language skills or know how to use them better to help with everyday life . This is the next stage course for pre-entry learners to continue ESOL classes. During the course you will continue to learn basic English that will help you explore and take part in your local community. A highly interactive course which will build on your vocabulary and reading skills; you will take part in conversations and tasks which develop your language further . It will also help build your employability skills for work or volunteering within your local community .
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 20/05/2024 -
Thu 18/07/2024
Location:
Online
Course code:
P00000062
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free