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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SCC-ESOL Improve your Reading Skills (Pre Entry)

Welcome to our ‘Improve your Reading Skills’ course. This course is designed for pre-entry ESOL learners to improve their English reading skills. During this course, you will practice reading simple texts like stories, articles, menus, and signs. The course will help you learn new words, understand sentences, and find main ideas. Activities include reading aloud, group discussions, and fun exercises. You will also learn ways to quickly find information in texts. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident reading English and enjoy it more.
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Dates:
Fri 08/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024
Times:
9:45am - 11:45am
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00017239
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.20

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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Dates:
Mon 11/11/2024 -
Wed 12/03/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EY
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00016158
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Get Ready for ESOL Entry 1 (Reading)

Are you thinking about taking an ESOL entry 1 reading 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 11/11/2024 -
Wed 15/01/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Saima Usman
Course code:
Q00017304
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: ESOL Conversation Skills for Beginners (Portsmouth)

This pre-entry level ESOL course will help you to communicate basic ideas 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 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.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 07/01/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EY
Tutor:
Sroop Raghbir Kaur Singh
Course code:
Q00012138
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.20

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12 months
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Entry Level ESOL: ESOL E1/E2

Discover the wonderful world of the English language with this beginners ESOL E1/E2 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 completely 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 today by registering for this course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 12/11/2024 -
Thu 27/02/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Cayley Primary School (London)
Aston St
London
E14 7NG
Tutor:
Elena Hawkins
Course code:
Q00012149
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £201.60

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

Learn basic communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn essential speaking and listening skills to be able to communicate in English. Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about basic topics and understand core words. There are also reading and writing 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 12/11/2024 -
Thu 03/04/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
36 sessions
Location:
Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EY
Tutor:
Taaziz Grada
Course code:
Q00016155
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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:
Wed 13/11/2024 -
Thu 27/02/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
39 sessions
Location:
Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JT
Tutor:
Linda Attridge
Course code:
Q00015824
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English - Intermediate 2

This six-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English. It is an intermediate (B1) level course and you should already be familiar with a basic grasp of the English language in order to access this course. The sessions will develop your 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 your proficiency and confidence. In addition to a focus on general pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary, you will be encouraged to reflect on the English you hear around you and bring new vocabulary and expressions into the classroom to share.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 14/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:15pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HY
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00017834
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 and 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 18/11/2024 -
Mon 24/03/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
32 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00015857
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) (Entry 1)

Learn basic communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn essential speaking and listening skills to be able to communicate in English. Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about basic topics and understand core words. There are also reading and writing courses at this level. If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 19/11/2024 -
Wed 02/04/2025
Location:
Cheetham Community School (Manchester)
Halliwell Lane
Manchester
M8 9FR
Course code:
Q00015787
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00