Course overview

This course is an exciting new opportunity to develop your confidence and skills in speaking and listening in English, at the Andalus Community Centre in Sheffield! You will learn basic conversational skills such as giving and asking for personal information from friends and neighbours, as well as employment and learning based vocabulary. You will have chance to mix with others, and develop your conversational skills together. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!

Course description

In this beginner’s course, learners will develop the confidence to interact with everyday topics like travel, health and where they live. We will focus on exchanging basic information such as asking for directions and giving your name and address to others, as well as vocabulary that is specific to education and employment-based settings.

We will practise short conversations and listening for information to help you develop the skills and confidence to talk to others, go to appointments, join groups and better explore and take part in the local community.

The course is a great opportunity to mix with others and develop your English together. The course is open to varied abilities, so skills can be shared within the group.

Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way.

Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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