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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Personal Development: ESOL Citizenship - Labour rights and Workers exploitation

Understand your rights as a worker in England with our comprehensive course. Learn about employment laws, workplace rights, and how to navigate the UK job market. Ideal for newcomers and workers seeking to understand their legal protections. This course is funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 28/02/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
St Georges Centre (Leeds)
Great George Street
Leeds
LS1 3BR
Tutor:
Arthur Mureverwi
Course code:
Q00019716
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £63.00

Personal Development: ESOL Citizenship - Labour rights and Workers exploitation

Understand your rights as a worker in England with our comprehensive course. Learn about employment laws, workplace rights, and how to navigate the UK job market. Ideal for newcomers and workers seeking to understand their legal protections. This course is funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 28/02/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
St Georges Centre (Leeds)
Great George Street
Leeds
LS1 3BR
Tutor:
Arthur Mureverwi
Course code:
Q00019717
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £63.00

Entry Level ESOL: Entry Level 1 Writing

Develop foundational reading skills with this non-accredited 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 03/03/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
32 sessions
Location:
Confederation of Bangladeshi Organisatio
Harwood Street
West Bromwich
B70 9JF
Tutor:
Chadney Choudhury
Course code:
Q00015639
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £285.60

Entry Level ESOL: Entry level 1 Reading

Develop foundational writing skills with this non-accredited Entry Writing course. This English course is for speakers of other languages and is a face-to-face class in a local centre. This ESOL writing course helps people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence writing the alphabet, writing short simple sentences, and common words in English. What we will cover: - Write the letters of the alphabet in upper and lower case; write simple sentences using basic punctuation; common English words that are used in everyday situations, complete very simple applications with personal details, and write simple text messages.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 03/03/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
32 sessions
Location:
Smethwick Baptist Church
Regent Stree
Smethwick
B66 3BQ
Tutor:
Chadney Choudhury
Course code:
Q00015595
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £117.60

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

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 03/03/2025 -
Fri 25/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
36 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00019211
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 3)

Take your speaking and listening skills to the next level with this ESOL course. Improving your communication skills will make you feel more confident interacting with others in the UK. ESOL entry 3 courses build on skills you learnt at entry 2. Gain confidence speaking in new and familiar situations and learn tools for effective communication. 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 and 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:
Tue 04/03/2025 -
Thu 05/06/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
33 sessions
Location:
ADAB - The Mosses (Bury)
Cecil Street
Bury
BL9 0SB
Tutor:
Muntaha Iffat
Course code:
Q00015810
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

Entry Level ESOL: Entry level 2 Writing

Build up your writing skills with these non accredited ESOL classes. This English course for beginners is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you learn writing skills that will support you to work or study in the UK. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority. This ESOL entry 2 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Expand your knowledge of grammar and improve your writing skills 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 04/03/2025 -
Fri 11/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
32 sessions
Location:
Confederation of Bangladeshi Organisatio
Harwood Street
West Bromwich
B70 9JF
Tutor:
Chadney Choudhury
Course code:
Q00015640
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £285.60

Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English

Build your confidence in using English with our Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English course. Focus on developing practical communication skills for everyday situations. Ideal for individuals with little or no prior English knowledge looking to gain confidence in speaking and understanding English.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 05/03/2025 -
Wed 21/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Cardigan Centre (Leeds)
149 Cardigan Road
Leeds
LS6 1LJ
Tutor:
Shaista Liaqat
Course code:
Q00018404
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00

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:
Wed 05/03/2025 -
Thu 26/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Guru Gobind Singh Community Centre (Brad
39 Gobind Marg
Bradford
BD3 9JN
Tutor:
Melanie Robinson
Course code:
Q00021264
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English

Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English is designed to help non-native English speakers develop basic speaking and listening skills necessary for everyday communication. This course focuses on practical vocabulary and phrases used in common social interactions, such as greetings, asking for directions, and making small talk. Participants will engage in interactive activities and role-plays that encourage real-life practice and build confidence in their ability to communicate in English.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 10/03/2025 -
Tue 15/04/2025
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:
Q00018394
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80