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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Pre-Entry ESOL: First Steps in English 1

This course is for people who live in Nottingham who are beginners in learning English. It is a face-to-face course. The course will help you to start using English every day ready to apply for work in the UK. It will also improve your confidence to speak to people in English in other everyday situations, like going to the doctor, shopping, using public transport and speaking to your child’s teachers. You will start to learn some of the words and phrases needed to feel part of your community and become more independent in your life in the UK.
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Dates:
Fri 03/05/2024 -
Fri 14/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
The Sports Zone
Forest Recreation Ground
Gregory Boulevard
Nottingham
NG7 6HB
Tutor:
Shamaila Firdaus
Course code:
Q00015247
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £63.00

Entry Level ESOL: Confidence to Communicate (Entry 3)

This course is an exciting new opportunity to develop your confidence and skills in speaking and listening in English. You will learn both formal and informal conversational skills which will help you communicate with professionals such as your GP and child's school and with your friends and those in your local community. This course is designed to provide a good foundation of skills to allow learners to access their next steps in a more formal learning setting.
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Dates:
Mon 06/05/2024 -
Mon 15/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:10pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Template
WEA
Tutor:
Roma Patel
Course code:
Q00015314
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
(Waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £88.20

Personal Development: Preparing for Life in the UK Test

Are you thinking of taking the ‘Life in the UK’ test or want to find out more about the ‘Life in the UK’ test, then this course is for you. The course will introduce you to many aspects of the UK in order to pass the UK Citizenship test. The course is a first step in teaching learners about what to be expected on the test and what they need to revise for when they plan to take the test later on. You will learn and discuss different laws, UK history, culture and social aspects of what is expected of typical UK citizens in everyday life. You will help each other to practice your English through informal activities and discussion to improve your understanding and confidence.
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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Wed 12/06/2024
Times:
12:15pm - 2:15pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00013943
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.20

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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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

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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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Course Information

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

Pre-Entry Level ESOL: Everyday ESOL

This beginner to pre-intermediate course will help you to communicate basic ideas in English on a range of everyday topics. You will practise 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 be expected to take part in pair and group activities in the classroom. If you have little to no experience speaking and learning English - this is the course for you. We have an experienced and professional tutor who will offer you the guidance, support and practice needed to improve your English language ability. The classes will be relaxed, informal and friendly - a safe space to meet new people and learn new skills. If you lack confidence in your English language skills and wish to improve - please sign up for our course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Tue 16/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Crawley Library
Southgate Avenue
Crawley Town Centre
Crawley
RH10 6HG
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00014584
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Pre-Entry Level ESOL: Everyday ESOL

This intermediate to advanced course will help you to communicate your ideas in English on a range of everyday topics. 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, including present, future and past tenses as well as present perfect. You will work with other learners at a similar level and be expected to take part in pair and group activities in the classroom. This course is ideal for English Language learners with some level of confidence and experience in speaking and understanding English. You will be in a mixed group of intermediate to advanced learners and will have the opportunity to practice your English in a number of different situations.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Tue 16/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Crawley Library
Southgate Avenue
Crawley Town Centre
Crawley
RH10 6HG
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00014586
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
3 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Entry Level ESOL: Everyday ESOL

This intermediate to advanced course will help you to communicate your ideas in English on a range of everyday topics. 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, including present, future and past tenses as well as present perfect. You will work with other learners at a similar level and be expected to take part in pair and group activities in the classroom. This course is ideal for English Language learners with some level of confidence and experience in speaking and understanding English. You will be in a mixed group of intermediate to advanced learners and will have the opportunity to practice your English in a number of different situations.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Tue 02/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Jubilee Library
Jubilee Street
Brighton
BN1 1GE
Tutor:
Alice Lynden
Course code:
Q00014593
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £113.40

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:
8 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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Course Information

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