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 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. If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place. What we’ll cover: - Learn to identify common English words in everyday situations. - Understand signs, symbols and texts you will come across. - Read information about timetables, prices, and schedules. - Understand the purpose of different texts, including adverts, posters, and news articles. - Understand how punctuation is used to help you read more easily.
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Dates:
Fri 25/04/2025 -
Fri 27/06/2025
Location:
Redbridge Institute of Adult Education (
Gaysham Avenue
Gants Hill
Ilford
IG2 6TD
Course code:
Q00021799
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)

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. If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place. What we’ll cover: - Learn to identify common English words in everyday situations. - Understand signs, symbols and texts you will come across. - Read information about timetables, prices, and schedules. - Understand the purpose of different texts, including adverts, posters, and news articles. - Understand how punctuation is used to help you read more easily.
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Dates:
Fri 25/04/2025 -
Fri 27/06/2025
Location:
Redbridge Institute of Adult Education (
Gaysham Avenue
Gants Hill
Ilford
IG2 6TD
Course code:
Q00021800
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Personal Development: English for Employability

This course focuses on bolstering confidence through practical English language skills necessary for daily interactions. Learners will engage in conversations relevant to various aspects of everyday life. The course aims to empower learners from diverse backgrounds, including those facing socio-economic challenges. Through targeted language instruction and confidence-building exercises, learners will develop essential linguistic abilities vital for active participation in their communities. Confidence in English is tailored for learners working towards developing their English skills
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Dates:
Fri 25/04/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
CREST (South Shields)
95 Fowler Street
South Shields
NE33 1NU
Tutor:
Marina Fasa
Course code:
Q00021721
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Online ESOL for Life & Work (beginners) Part 1

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 during the evening and is ideal for learner’s who work during the day or can not access face to face courses. The course is offered in 2 parts, both courses are 7 weeks each.
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Dates:
Sun 27/04/2025 -
Mon 09/06/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Shazia Parveen
Course code:
Q00021554
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Getting to Grips with English (ESOL)

With interactive lessons and real-life scenarios, this course equips learners with essential language skills.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Khidmat Centre (Bradford)
36 Spencer Road
Bradford
BD7 2EU
Tutor:
Molly Drake
Course code:
Q00021312
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£92.40

Getting to Grips with English (ESOL)

With interactive lessons and real-life scenarios, this course equips learners with essential language skills.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Khidmat Centre (Bradford)
36 Spencer Road
Bradford
BD7 2EU
Tutor:
Molly Drake
Course code:
Q00021313
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£92.40

Entry Level ESOL: Job Skills

This course is specifically designed for individuals who are looking to build foundational English skills with a focus on practical applications in the context of employment.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00021638
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£84.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and listening) (Entry 2)

Build on your communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course for adults is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you improve your speaking and listening skills to communicate better in English. Entry 2 ESOL courses are right for you if you have basic speaking and listening skills in English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about everyday topics and improve your comprehension. There are also reading and writing 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:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
31 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Farzana Birader
Course code:
Q00016816
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Pre Entry ESOL: Get Ready for Entry 1

Develop your speaking and listening skills with this non-accredited course. This English course is for speakers of other languages and is a face-to-face class in a local centre. This ESOL Speaking & Listening course helps people who want to inprove their basic English. It will help you gain confidence to communicate in everyday situations and be part of your community. What we will cover: - Asking for and giving basic personal details/information, asking for help, talking about likes, dislikes and feelings, and following instructions.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Confederation of Bangladeshi Organisatio
Harwood Street
West Bromwich
B70 9JF
Tutor:
Shaheen Shah
Course code:
Q00015604
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Personal Development: Working in the UK (MPJS)

The "Working in the UK" course is aimed at ESOL 1 learners. This course helps you understand how to get a job in the UK. You will learn about job searching, writing a CV, and doing job interviews. The course also teaches you about workers' rights, like fair pay and safe working conditions. You will learn about UK workplace culture and how to talk to your boss and coworkers. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident about finding and keeping a job in the UK. This course is great for beginners in the UK job market.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Mount Pleasant School (Southampton)
Mount Pleasant Road
Newtown
Southampton
SO14 0WZ
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00017822
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40