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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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.   

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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.

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Entry Level ESOL: Everyday English Intermediate

This six-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English. It is an intermediate (B1) level course and learners should already be familiar with a basic grasp of the English Language in order to access this course. The sessions will develop learners’ reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Lessons will be delivered in a face-to-face setting using a range of teacher-led and freer interactive activities to develop learners’ proficiency and confidence. In addition to a focus on general pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary, students will be encouraged to reflect on the English they hear around them and bring new vocabulary and expressions into the classroom to share.
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Dates:
Thu 05/06/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HY
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00019241
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Level 1 ESOL: Everyday English Upper Intermediate

This is the sixth course of six aimed at Upper Intermediate (B2) level learners of English. This six-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English and we will practice all four major skills in each session to further develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Lessons will be delivered in a face-to-face setting using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to develop learners’ proficiency and confidence. In addition to a focus on general pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary, students will be encouraged to focus on colloquial English and develop an awareness of the local English being used in their contexts.
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Dates:
Fri 06/06/2025 -
Fri 11/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HY
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00019231
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £63.00

Entry Level ESOL: Driving Licence Theory for ESOL learners part 2

The course is for learners who need support with English and who want to pass the Driving Theory test. This is part 2 of a longer course and you should have attended and completed part 1. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to learn and practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding and confidence. It is held in a a women-only centre in Bradford.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 09/06/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:45pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Millan Centre (Bradford)
Victor Street
Bradford
BD9 4RA
Tutor:
Nazmeen Sadiq
Course code:
Q00014473
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £56.70

Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English

Build your confidence in speaking and understanding English with our Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English course. Ideal for beginners looking to improve their basic English skills in a supportive environment.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/06/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Better Leeds Communities
42-46 Burley Lodge Road
Leeds
LS6 1QF
Tutor:
Shaista Liaqat
Course code:
Q00018392
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

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ESOL Employability - care homes

Develop your English skills for working in care homes with our ESOL Employability: Care Homes course. Focus on practical communication needed for the care sector. Ideal for non-native speakers seeking employment in care homes.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Reshma Ladva
Course code:
Q00018938
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £25.00

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL - Universal credit and budgeting

Enhance your English skills while learning about Universal Credit and budgeting with our comprehensive ESOL course. Focus on practical communication and financial literacy. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to improve their English proficiency and financial knowledge.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 11/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Ipswich County Library
Northgate Street
Ipswich
IP1 3DE
Tutor:
Derek Robinson
Course code:
Q00018544
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English

Build your confidence in speaking and understanding English with our Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English course. Ideal for beginners looking to improve their basic English skills in a supportive environment.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 11/06/2025 -
Wed 30/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Cardigan Centre (Leeds)
149 Cardigan Road
Leeds
LS6 1LJ
Tutor:
Shaista Liaqat
Course code:
Q00018406
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Level 1 ESOL: ESOL - Numeracy Skills for Care Employees

Enhance your numeracy and English skills with our ESOL - Numeracy Skills for Care Employees course. Focus on practical maths and communication needed for the care sector. Ideal for non-native speakers working in or aspiring to work in care.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/06/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Norwich Central Baptist Church (Norwich)
Duke Street
Norwich
NR3 3AP
Tutor:
Alex Carro
Course code:
Q00018897
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Conversation Skills Entry 1 (Portsmouth)

This Entry 1 level ESOL course will help you to communicate your ideas about a range of topics in English. You will practise reading, writing, speaking and listening, with a focus on conversation skills. You will also learn new vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and learn more about basic English grammar, including present and past tenses.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 17/06/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00012257
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Entry Level ESOL: Speaking and Listening Skills

This course will help you to develop your confidence and skills in speaking and listening in English and support your development onto further training. Learn how to communicate with others such as your child’s school, health care workers and others within the local communities. Build confidence in speaking to others by participating in classroom activities, developing friendships and new networking opportunities. We will look at every day situations and develop your communication skills in a friendly and welcoming environment. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 23/06/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
New Hope Global (Birmingham)
Birchfield Library (2nd floor)
3 Trinity Road
Birmingham
B6 6AH
Tutor:
Saima Gulzar
Course code:
Q00015655
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.60