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: Confidence to Communicate 2

This course is an exciting new opportunity to develop your confidence and skills in speaking and listening in English. 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. This course is designed to provide a basic foundation of skills to allow learners to access their next steps in a more formal learning setting.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 08/07/2024 -
Mon 19/08/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Victoria Hall Methodist Church (Sheffiel
Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 2JB
Tutor:
Benjamin Warner
Course code:
Q00017356
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £67.20

Taster Session - Money Management & Budgetting for ESOL (Multiply West Sussex)

This is a taster / enrollment session for our short course "Money Management & Budgeting for ESOL Learners" that will be running at Littlehampton JCP from 12 July. This short course is designed for ESOL learners who want to learn more about the language and skills that will help you manage your money, make good shopping decisions, and understand budgeting. The course will look at the principles of managing money in everyday situations like comparing prices on the high street, working out the best deal for transport to get to work or learning, or the cost of cooking a meal.
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Dates:
Mon 08/07/2024 -
Mon 08/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Littlehampton Jobcentre (Littlehampton)
33 Church Street
Littlehampton
BN17 5ER
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00017562
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Pre-Entry ESOL: Conversation through games & activities

This course is designed to work in conjunction with our 'Confidence to communicate' course, and will allow learners to put the skills learnt in this course into practise. Learners will have the opportunity to develop relationships alongside each other, rehearsing spoken English in a fun and relaxed environment. These sessions are designed to add to learners wellbeing, as well as mastering their current learnt English.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 08/07/2024 -
Mon 19/08/2024
Times:
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Victoria Hall Methodist Church (Sheffiel
Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 2JB
Tutor:
Benjamin Warner
Course code:
Q00017357
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Pre-Entry ESOL: Living and working in the UK

This course is designed to provide ESOL learners with essential knowledge and skills to navigate life in the UK effectively. Through a combination of group activities and the Canvas Virtual Learning Environment, participants will engage in interactive learning experiences that enhance their language proficiency and cultural understanding. The course covers a range of topics relevant to daily life, including personal identity, geographical orientation, community engagement, health, and daily routines.
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Dates:
Mon 15/07/2024 -
Tue 20/08/2024
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Cedar Court
Denby Dale Road
Wakefield
WF4 3QZ
Tutor:
Molly Drake
Course code:
Q00017958
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

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Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence to Learn English

This course focuses on bolstering confidence through practical language skills necessary for daily interactions. Participants will engage in conversations relevant to various aspects of everyday life. The course aims to empower learners from diverse backgrounds, including those facing socio-economic challenges. Through targeted language instruction and confidence-building exercises, learners will begin to develop essential linguistic abilities vital for active participation in their communities. This short course will cover a range of learning opportunities enabling students to further develop skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking through focus on various elements of grammar and vocabulary. Confidence in English is a taster course tailored for learners thinking about working towards accredited ESOL. 
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/07/2024 -
Tue 20/08/2024
Times:
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Cedar Court
Denby Dale Road
Wakefield
WF4 3QZ
Tutor:
Molly Drake
Course code:
Q00017959
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

ESOL for Beginners (Summer school)

Continue your ESOL studies over the summer with this 5 week short course. This is a short course so that learners do not have to have a gap between studies if they so wish. The course will concentrate on beginners ESOL skills for learners going into entry 1or entry 2 in September and are wanting to upskill ready. The classes will revolve around the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. The class is run by a qualified and experienced tutor who will help you develop, improve and provide feedback throughout the course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 29/07/2024 -
Wed 28/08/2024
Times:
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00017684
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

ESOL Summer School (Intermediate)

Continue your ESOL studies over the summer with this 5 week short course. This is a short course so that learners do not have to have a gap between studies if they so wish. The course will concentrate on intermediate ESOL skills for learners going into entry 2 in September and are wanting to upskill ready. The classes will revolve around the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. The class is run by a qualified and experienced tutor who will help you develop, improve and provide feedback throughout the course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 29/07/2024 -
Tue 27/08/2024
Times:
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Shazia Parveen
Course code:
Q00017671
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

Money Management & Budgeting for ESOL Learners (Maximus, Three Bridges)

This course is ONLY for residents of West Sussex. Please do not apply if you are from a West Sussex postcode area. This short course is designed for learners currently studying ESOL who want to learn more about the language and skills that will help you manage your money, make good shopping decisions, and understand budgeting. The course will look at the principles of managing money in everyday situations like comparing prices on the high street, working out the best deal for transport to get to work or learning, or the cost of cooking a meal.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 02/08/2024 -
Fri 16/08/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Maximus Three Bridges Office
Unit 2
3 Crawley Business Centre
Stephenson Way
Three Bridges
Crawley
RH10 1TN
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00017947
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 2)

Build on basic reading skills with these ESOL classes. This is an English course for beginners. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses help you learn basic English for life in the UK and improve your chances of finding work or study options. This ESOL entry 2 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Grow your vocabulary and improve your reading skills in English. There are also writing and speaking & listening courses at this level. 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:
Mon 02/09/2024 -
Sat 02/11/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Farzana Birader
Course code:
Q00016779
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Level 1)

Develop confidence to interact with others in English, no matter the situation. This ESOL course teaches you skills to help you communicate verbally in English. It can support you in job interviews, social conversations, or in your studies. This ESOL level 1 speaking and listening course builds on skills you learnt at entry 3. Gain tools to help you in conversations and sharpen your listening skills. This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL classes are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening. If you’re helping others access ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 02/09/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
32 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Emma Broda
Course code:
Q00015801
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00