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 Driving theory

Prepare for your driving theory test with our Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Driving Theory course. Learn the rules of the road, traffic signs, and essential safety information needed to pass the test. Ideal for non-native speakers seeking to improve their English and obtain their driving licence.
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Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Mon 10/02/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Natasha Abrams
Course code:
Q00018549
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
(Waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £88.80

Personal Development - Developing Engish Skills for Life & Work in the UK - Advanced

Enhance your English skills for life and work in the UK with our advanced course. Focus on practical communication needed for various situations. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to improve their English proficiency.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
11:45am - 2:45pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
New Hope Global (Birmingham)
Birchfield Library (2nd floor)
3 Trinity Road
Birmingham
B6 6AH
Tutor:
Saima Gulzar
Course code:
Q00018201
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Personal Development: Living and working in the Uk

Gain essential knowledge and skills for living and working in the UK with our comprehensive course. Learn about UK culture, employment rights, and practical tips for everyday life. Ideal for newcomers to the UK seeking to integrate smoothly and confidently.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
The Media Centre
7 Northumberland Street
Huddersfield
Yorkshire & Humber
HD1 1RL
Tutor:
Dorota Rezulska
Course code:
Q00018427
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

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

Develop foundational reading skills with this entry 1 English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn basic English to study, work, and live in the UK. This ESOL reading course helps people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence reading short texts and common words in English. There are also writing 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. What we’ll cover: - Learn to identify common English words in everyday situations. - Understand signs, symbols and texts you will come across. - Read information about timetables, prices, and schedules. - Understand the purpose of different texts, including adverts, posters, and news articles. - Understand how punctuation is used to help you read more easily.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Fri 20/12/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Lancaster Central Library
Market Square
Lancaster
LA1 1HY
Tutor:
Galina Koroleva-Hodgson
Course code:
Q00016187
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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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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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Thu 03/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
29 sessions
Location:
Al Hikmah Centre (Batley)
Al-Hikmah Centre
28 Track Road
Batley
WF17 7AA
Tutor:
Shamim Ali
Course code:
Q00019640
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Pre-Entry)

Are you thinking about taking an ESOL entry 1 speaking and listening course? If so, this course can help to prepare you to study. Set yourself up for success on your ESOL course with this preparation course. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. This course gives you extra study time. This is an introductory English course for beginners. If you’re helping others access entry 1 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Mon 17/02/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
28 sessions
Location:
Reed in Partnership
Churchgate
New Road
Peterborough
PE1 1TT
Tutor:
Inna Gorobets
Course code:
Q00019685
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Entry 1)

Are you thinking about taking an ESOL entry 1 speaking and listening course? If so, this course can help to prepare you to study. Set yourself up for success on your ESOL course with this preparation course. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. This course gives you extra study time. This is an introductory English course for beginners. If you’re helping others access entry 1 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Fri 21/02/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
28 sessions
Location:
Reed in Partnership
Churchgate
New Road
Peterborough
PE1 1TT
Tutor:
Inna Gorobets
Course code:
Q00019686
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
(Waiting list)
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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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
19 sessions
Location:
Community House (London)
311 Fore Street
London
N9 0PZ
Tutor:
Soad Halawa
Course code:
Q00017473
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Entry Level ESOL: Entry 1 Beginners

Discover the wonderful world of the English language with this beginners ESOL course. It will help you to develop basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in English. Whether you have studied basic English before or you are new to it, you will find value in this ESOL course. Develop your language skills to enable you to recognise simple words, prepare to write, ask everyday questions and answer them using correct grammatical structures. You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your language journey by registering for this course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Thu 30/01/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
23 sessions
Location:
Welbourne Children's Centre (London)
1A Stainby Road
London
N15 4EA
Tutor:
Alex Carro
Course code:
Q00010740
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £168.00

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

Take your reading skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Feel comfortable reading and understanding different types of texts in English. Improved reading skills can make life in the UK easier for you. This ESOL entry 3 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. You’ll continue to expand your vocabulary and reading skills. 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 find ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Fri 20/12/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
21 sessions
Location:
Linkbridge Community Support Centre (Bur
1 Swinless Street
Burnley
BB10 3BN
Tutor:
Shazia Parveen
Course code:
Q00016258
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00