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 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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Dates:
Tue 20/05/2025 -
Thu 03/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
The Media Centre
7 Northumberland Street
Huddersfield
Yorkshire & Humber
HD1 1RL
Tutor:
Dorota Rezulska
Course code:
Q00018400
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £207.90

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Level 1)

Feel confident starting your level 1 ESOL course with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to prepare you for the ESOL level 1 speaking and listening course. Learn key verbal communication skills you’ll need for the level 1 ESOL course in speaking and listening to set yourself up for success. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access level 1 ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:
Wed 21/05/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JT
Tutor:
Linda Attridge
Course code:
Q00019149
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Beginners ESOL Speaking and Listening

Discover the wonderful world of the English language with our Pre-Entry ESOL course! This course will help you improve your speaking and listening skills in English. Whether you have studied basic English before or you are completely new to it, you will find value in this course. You'll learn to ask and answer everyday questions, listen for information, and generally practice speaking in English. The course will also introduce you to the Speaking and Listening qualification course. You don't need any special tools to join; bring yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your language journey today by registering for this course!
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Dates:
Thu 22/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LH
Tutor:
Fauzia Adnan
Course code:
Q00021716
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £73.50

Get Ready for ESOL Writing (Entry 2)

If you are getting ready to take an ESOL entry 2 writing course, this course can help you prepare. Set yourself up for success with this ESOL preparation course. Learn writing skills to get up to speed before starting your entry 2 ESOL course. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This is an introductory English course for beginners. If you’re helping others access entry 2 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:
Mon 26/05/2025 -
Wed 18/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
15 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015901
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Study Skills: Entry Level ESOL (Entry 1)

This Entry Level ESOL (Entry 1) course focuses on developing essential study skills for non-native English speakers. Through practical lessons, learners will enhance reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities. Topics include everyday situations such as shopping, greetings, transport, weather, and small talk. The course aims to increase confidence and independence in daily life by building basic communication skills.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Fri 13/06/2025
Location:
The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse
Harlesden
London
Harlesden
London
NW10 4LL
Course code:
Q00021801
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£33.60

Together We Learn ESOL (conversation class) Entry 3

This tailored short course is aimed at Pre-Intermediate (B1) learners seeking to widen their vocabulary and develop a better understanding of English grammar through general conversation and speaking activities . Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ understanding and confidence in using the English language.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Stebon Primary School (London)
Wallwood Street
London
E14 7AD
Tutor:
Daniella Anderson
Course code:
Q00021885
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£42.00

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

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 02/06/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Sasha Novikova
Course code:
Q00009249
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
15 sessions
Location:
Haslingden Library (Rossendale)
Deardengate, Rossendale
Rossendale
BB4 5QJ
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00019094
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Entry Level ESOL: Everyday English Pre-Intermediate

This is a General English class aimed at Pre-Intermediate (or high elementary (A2/B1)) level learners. This course is for those whose first language is NOT English and in it we will practice all four major skills in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to follow a simple conversation and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they will not struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Totnes United Free Church
54 Fore Street
Totnes
TQ9 5RP
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00019234
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Entry 1)

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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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Haslingden Library (Rossendale)
Deardengate, Rossendale
Rossendale
BB4 5QJ
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00021346
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £147.00