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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Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Level 2)

Feel confident progressing to level 2 ESOL with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to help you learn key verbal communication skills you’ll need for the ESOL level 2 speaking and listening course. Get up to speed with the advanced listening techniques and speaking skills you’ll need to tackle this 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 a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access level 2 ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
23 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mariann Meszaros
Course code:
Q00019219
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English Elementary

This is the fifth course of six, aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This five-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English and 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 recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they would 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:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HY
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00019228
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:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Wed 25/06/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Cheetham Community School (Manchester)
Halliwell Lane
Manchester
M8 9FR
Tutor:
Shahnaz Ahmed
Course code:
Q00015920
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 3)

This course is funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Millan Centre (Bradford)
Victor Street
Bradford
BD9 4RA
Tutor:
Qing Chang
Course code:
Q00014388
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

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 & 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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Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
33 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Sheila Bailey
Course code:
Q00009814
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Employability & Skills: Life in the UK

This course focuses on an understanding of life in the UK. You will be introduced to a brief history of Britain and will learn other aspects of life in the UK. Topics will range from British values, politics and religion to give you a greater understanding of Uk life. This course is suitable for anyone wanting to take the Life in the Uk exam.
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Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
St Richards Community Centre (Hove)
Egmont Road
Hangleton
Hove
BN3 7FP
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00021562
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

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:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
25 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Angie Stevens
Course code:
Q00021609
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £166.50

Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Level 1)

Feel confident starting your ESOL course with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to prepare you for an ESOL level 1 reading course. Learn key reading skills you’ll need for the level 1 ESOL course in reading 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:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Angie Stevens
Course code:
Q00021624
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £157.25

Entry Level ESOL: Study Skills for ESOL E3 Reading

This Study Skills course is designed to support Entry 3 ESOL learners in preparing for their Entry 3 ESOL Reading Exam. Through practical activities and guided practice, learners will develop essential reading strategies, including how to identify key information, improve reading speed, and understand different question types. The course will cover techniques for skimming, scanning, and interpreting texts, as well as strategies for managing time during the exam. By the end of the course, learners will feel confident in their reading abilities and be well-prepared to succeed in their Entry 3 ESOL Reading Exam.
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Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Thu 15/05/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Sheila Bailey
Course code:
Q00021687
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £105.00

Personal Development: Welcome to Britain

This course is for learners at around Level 1. The course will help you to develop your speaking and listening, skills in English. This is an English course aimed at adults fairly new to the UK for whom English is not their first language.
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Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00021639
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40