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 (Writing) (Entry 3)

Take your writing skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Improve your written English and feel more confident in a variety of everyday situations. This ESOL writing course can teach you important skills to study or write good CVs and job applications. This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. Expand your understanding of how to create well-structured texts and polish your spelling and grammar. 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 access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place. This course is funded by Greater London Combined Authority.
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Dates:
Thu 13/03/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00020415
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: First Steps in ESOL 1

Start your journey of learning English with our First steps into ESOL course, designed for beginners who are new to the English language. This course focuses on building foundational skills in a supportive and friendly environment.
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Dates:
Fri 14/03/2025 -
Fri 25/07/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
17 sessions
Location:
ADAB (Bury)
7 South Cross Street
Bury
BL9 0RS
Tutor:
Muntaha Iffat
Course code:
Q00021412
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £226.80

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:
Mon 17/03/2025 -
Mon 19/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
37 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015854
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Conversation Skills (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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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 17/03/2025 -
Wed 14/05/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
22 sessions
Location:
Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EY
Tutor:
Sroop Raghbir Kaur Singh
Course code:
Q00017796
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

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 17/03/2025 -
Fri 23/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
15 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00015947
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Level 1 ESOL: ESOL for Work & Life Online (Professionals)

This course is aimed at advanced ESOL learners who are either working, want to go to university or are looking for professional work in the UK. It aims to help learners to develop their vocabulary, formal language, confidence and overall professionalism. The course aims to provide a comprehensive framework to help advanced ESOL learners achieve their professional and academic goals in the UK. This course is designed for learners who have advanced English who are around a level 1 or level 2 ESOL level and want to develop their ESOL skills to further their careers and professional development in a more specialist course in a safe and friendly environment.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 17/03/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025
Times:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Dunberry
Course code:
Q00021432
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £277.50

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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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 17/03/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Bradley Neighbourhood Centre
Leeds Road
Nelson
BB9 8EL
Tutor:
Shazia Parveen
Course code:
Q00016532
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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 and 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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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 18/03/2025 -
Mon 23/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
34 sessions
Location:
St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GX
Tutor:
Rasha Ahmed
Course code:
Q00015858
How you'll learn:
Online and in venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

ESOL for Beginners (online)

Are you ready to start your journey in learning English? Our Beginner's Online ESOL Course is designed for individuals who are new to the English language and want to build a strong foundation in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This course is perfect for those who wish to improve their communication skills for everyday life, work, or further education. The course will be run online for 5 hours per week with a professional and qualified tutor who will support you in a safe and friendly environment online. The course will run for 2 evenings per week and is ideal for learner’s who work during the day or can not access face to face courses.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 18/03/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Dunberry
Course code:
Q00021435
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Entry 2)

If you are getting ready to take an ESOL entry 2 speaking and listening course, this course can help you prepare. Set yourself up for success with this ESOL preparation course. Learn verbal communication 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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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 19/03/2025 -
Wed 04/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
34 sessions
Location:
Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EY
Tutor:
Sroop Raghbir Kaur Singh
Course code:
Q00017792
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00