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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Level 1 ESOL: Introduction to Driving Theory

This course will help you if English is not your first language and if you are struggling to understand the vocabulary needed to pass the UK Driving Theory Test. During the course, we will cover the English technical language you are likely to need. You will also learn about the language used in the Highway Code and about transport in the UK. We will also cover road signs, road markings and the rules of driving. The course will help you to feel more confident that you are ready to apply for the Theory Test.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 18/06/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HL
Tutor:
Phil Mason
Course code:
Q00017940
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Entry Level ESOL: Conversation Café

Join our ESOL Conversation Café at Clare House, designed to enhance your English language skills in a friendly and supportive environment. This weekly session provides an excellent opportunity to practice speaking, improve your vocabulary, and build confidence in conversational English. By participating in these sessions, you'll be well-prepared to advance into other ESOL courses, further enhancing your language proficiency and opening up new educational and professional opportunities.
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Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 02/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HL
Tutor:
Guest Speaker
Course code:
Q00018154
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

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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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Fri 20/06/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
St Pauls Learning Centre (Bristol)
94 Grosvenor Road
St Pauls
Bristol
BS2 8XJ
Tutor:
Aleksandra Novikova
Course code:
Q00009249
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ 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 & 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:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Fri 04/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
33 sessions
Location:
Malcolm X Community Centre (BRISTOL)
141 City Road
St Pauls
BRISTOL
BS2 8YH
Tutor:
Thu-Hang Nguyen
Course code:
Q00009814
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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

Develop foundational reading skills with this Entry 1 English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn basic English to study, work, and live in the UK. This ESOL reading course helps people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence reading short texts and common words in English. There are also writing and speaking & listening courses at this level.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Fri 27/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
58 sessions
Location:
St Pauls Learning Centre (Bristol)
94 Grosvenor Road
St Pauls
Bristol
BS2 8XJ
Tutor:
Retini Dunleavy
Course code:
Q00009817
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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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Linkbridge Community Support Centre (Bur
1 Swinless Street
Burnley
BB10 3BN
Tutor:
Noorie Ali
Course code:
Q00018488
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: UK Driving Theory for ESOL Learners

Learn the essential knowledge needed to pass the UK driving theory test with our Pre-Entry ESOL: UK Driving Theory for ESOL Learners course. Ideal for ESOL learners looking to understand the rules of the road and prepare for the test.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 02/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Reshma Ladva
Course code:
Q00015761
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £133.20

Level 1 ESOL: ESOL - Help your child with maths

Enhance your English skills while learning how to support your child's maths education with our Level 1 ESOL: ESOL - Help Your Child with Maths course. Focus on practical communication and numeracy. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to improve their English proficiency and help their child succeed in maths.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 21/05/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Norwich Millennium Library (Norwich)
Millennium Library
The Forum, Millennium Plain
Norwich
NR2 1AW
Tutor:
Alex Carro
Course code:
Q00019014
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

ESOL with Employability Term 3 (Woodnook)

Are you looking to upskill for employment as well as learning ESOL? Then attend this course and boost your employability skills as well as the usual English skills; speaking, listening, reading and writing. If you’re entering the workforce for the first time or after a long break, this course can teach you essential skills employers look for and prepare you for the transition. Also, if you are new to the UK and want to upskill yourself and learn more about the workforce here in the UK. There are various topics covered over the 3 consecutive courses; - Life in the UK - Jobs and work in the UK - Driving theory - Confidence building Feel confident stepping into the workforce. This course will provide you with the soft skills required to get that job and give you the confidence and self-esteem to sell what you have to offer to potential employers.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JD
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00019096
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Together We Learn ESOL 2 (Woodnook)

Take your first steps towards learning how to communicate in English in a friendly and welcoming class. Please note that this class is only available for learners whose children attend Woodnook Primary School for safeguarding reasons. This is the second course of two which will help you to learn ESOL whilst your children are in class. The course will run alongside in term 3 and continue to the summer holidays. The course will test your English level at the start and then the tutor will work with you to improve your language skills including; speaking, listening, reading and writing.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Woodnook Primary School
Hudson Street
Accrington
BB5 2HS
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00019186
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00