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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Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Conversation Skills Entry 1 (Portsmouth)

This Entry 1 level ESOL course will help you to communicate your ideas about a range of topics 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 learn more about basic English grammar, including present and past tenses.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 17/06/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00012257
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

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.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 17/06/2025 -
Thu 23/10/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
57 sessions
Location:
Queensgate Hotel
Fletton Avenue
Peterborough
South East
PE2 8AX
Tutor:
Inna Gorobets
Course code:
Q00015764
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Advanced Part 2

This is part 2 of Advanced pre-entry ESOL. This course will be held at Foleshill Women’s Training in Coventry. You will have ideally completed part 1 of Advanced Pre-entry ESOL. This course is suitable for anyone who has a good base level of English and is looking to develop further. This can be great if you are looking to get into work or just want to improve your confidence in English. Our expert tutors will help you improve your skills and work towards your personal goals. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority and is run by the WEA.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 23/06/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ES
Tutor:
Zoe Dimmock
Course code:
Q00015716
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £113.40

Get Ready for Entry 2 Speaking and Listening

This is a preparation course for the ESOL entry 2 Speaking and Listening qualification. Entry 2 ESOL courses are right for you if you have basic speaking and listening skills in English. This is not an accredited course.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 25/06/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:45am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Wesley Hall Community Centre (Leicester)
76 Hartington Road
Leicester
LE2 0GN
Tutor:
Farzana Birader
Course code:
Q00021181
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£56.70

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Level 1 ESOL: ESOL for Driving Theory Pt. 1 (Level 1)

This course covers essential knowledge for safe driving, including traffic laws, road signs, and driving regulations. Students will learn about defensive driving techniques, understanding road markings, and handling different road conditions. The course includes interactive sessions on hazard perception and mock theory tests to prepare students for the official exam. Practical exercises simulate real-world driving scenarios to enhance comprehension and confidence. By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of road safety principles and be well-prepared to pass their driving theory test, ensuring they can drive responsibly and securely on the roads.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 25/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
9:45am - 12:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00017827
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Improving my reading with Quick Reads

Do you want to improve your reading? Come and join Improving my reading with Quick Reads. Classes are held in a friendly and supportive venue in partnership with Deeplish Community Centre. This class is for ESOL learners who are currently at Entry 2 and you will need to complete a skills check before joining. After this course, you could move onto the Award in ESOL Skills for Life Writing Entry 2, and continue your journey in the English language.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 25/06/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JT
Tutor:
Linda Attridge
Course code:
Q00019187
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

Entry Level ESOL (Entry 2)

The ESOL Skills in Action course is an exciting additional course which engages learners for an addition session. The course is designed to give them the opportunity to build their confidence using their newly learned ESOL skills, by letting them put them into practice in a safe environment. It focuses on giving the learners the opportunity to use their speaking and listening skills to engage with the tutor and their classmates, celebrate their own achievements in completing their previous course and stretch themselves to engage in a class activity. The course should help to build the learner’s confidence so that they feel comfortable enough to use these new ESOL skills in their day to day lives.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 07/07/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JD
Tutor:
Andru Wickremeratne
Course code:
Q00021322
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£25.20

ESOL Skills in Action (Entry 3)

The ESOL Skills in Action course is an exciting additional course which engages learners for an addition session. The course is designed to give them the opportunity to build their confidence using their newly learned ESOL skills, by letting them put them into practice in a safe environment. It focuses on giving the learners the opportunity to use their speaking and listening skills to engage with the tutor and their classmates, celebrate their own achievements in completing their previous course and stretch themselves to engage in a class activity. The course should help to build the learner’s confidence so that they feel comfortable enough to use these new ESOL skills in their day to day lives.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 07/07/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JD
Tutor:
Andru Wickremeratne
Course code:
Q00021335
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£31.50

Level 1 ESOL: ESOL for Driving Theory Pt. 2 (Level 1)

Welcome to the ‘Driving Theory part 2’, course. On this course you will focus on essential knowledge for safe driving. Students will explore traffic laws, road signs, and driving regulations in-depth. Practical sessions cover defensive driving techniques, hazard perception, and strategies for various road conditions. Interactive exercises and mock theory tests simulate real-world scenarios to enhance learning and readiness for the official exam. By the course's end, participants will have a solid understanding of road safety principles, equipped to navigate the roads responsibly and confidently. This course prepares students effectively for the driving theory test, ensuring they grasp crucial concepts necessary for becoming safe and competent drivers.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/07/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
9:45am - 12:15pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00017829
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £52.50

Pre-Entry ESOL: Numeracy for health (ESOL Pre-Entry)

This course will focus on looking at ways of protecting our health. This course will help people manage their health and money better by looking at health facts, budgeting and reducing food waste. We will use numeracy to upskill students in understanding their health in numbers so that they are able to make better choices and increase their mental health and wellbeing. 

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 11/07/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
9:45am - 11:45am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00021023
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40