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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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. This course is funded by Greater London Combined Authority.
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Dates:
Wed 14/05/2025 -
Thu 26/06/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00020410
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Get ready for entry 2 reading

Learners from the GRF E2 S&L course will be progressed to GRF E2 reading course.
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Dates:
Thu 15/05/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JT
Tutor:
Shahnaz Ahmed
Course code:
Q00021981
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £226.80

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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Dates:
Sat 17/05/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Haslingden Library (Rossendale)
Deardengate, Rossendale
Rossendale
BB4 5QJ
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00016533
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

E2 Get Ready for Speaking and Listening

This course will help you improve your English skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Tjis course supports ESOL learners who have had some experience at ESOL E1 speaking and listening and will help build on your English skills. This course can help you prepare for an acrredited course in speaking and listening E2. You will learn verbal communication skills and complete listening activities as well as improving your reading and writing skills. It will be run face-to face by a qualified and experienced tutor.
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Dates:
Mon 19/05/2025 -
Mon 23/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Jubilee Library
Jubilee Street
Brighton
BN1 1GE
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00021585
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£50.40

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Living and Working in the UK

This short practical course will give you the information you need to support your life and work in the UK. The course is idea for newcomers and those those seeking to deepen their understanding of UK systems.Your tutor will focus on how to access local community support services and also give you information about how your basic employment rights. You will learn how to manage your daily life and services in your local area and how to understand working life in the United Kingdom.
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Dates:
Mon 19/05/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Marina Burrell
Course code:
Q00021933
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£18.50

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 19/05/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Sheila Bailey
Course code:
Q00017836
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Improve your writing (Entry 3)

This is an ESOL course for adults. You will develop basic English language skills. Before you can enrol on this course, you will need to do a skills check. This is for us to make sure you get on the right course for your level. This course is for people working at Entry 3 level ESOL. You may have completed Entry 2 exams before. Please note that you’ll need an internet connection to study this English course in Writing. This is so you can access our digital learning platform, Canvas. We use Canvas for homework, and also for tasks and activities in the classroom.
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Dates:
Wed 21/05/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
13 sessions
Location:
Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EY
Tutor:
Taaziz Grada
Course code:
Q00017084
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Entry Level ESOL: Entry Level 3 English Writing

Prepare for Entry 3 ESOL with our focused writing course. Develop the writing skills needed for academic and everyday communication. Ideal for non-native English speakers aiming to improve their writing proficiency.
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Dates:
Wed 21/05/2025 -
Wed 25/06/2025
Times:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Central Community Centre
Lindum Street
Scunthorpe
DN15 6QU
Tutor:
Helen Anglum
Course code:
Q00017913
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

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