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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ESOL Skills in Action

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.
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Dates:
Tue 06/05/2025 -
Tue 06/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00021786
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£8.40

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.
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Dates:
Tue 06/05/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Linkbridge Community Support Centre (Bur
1 Swinless Street
Burnley
BB10 3BN
Tutor:
Shazia Parveen
Course code:
Q00018497
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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Dates:
Tue 06/05/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Location:
Idea Store
Watney Market
260 Commercial Road
London
London
E1 2FB
Course code:
Q00021968
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £231.00

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:
Tue 06/05/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Location:
Idea Store
Watney Market
260 Commercial Road
London
London
E1 2FB
Course code:
Q00021967
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £231.00

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Pre-Entry ESOL: Confidence in English

This course focuses on bolstering confidence through practical language skills necessary for daily interactions. Participants 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 begin to develop essential linguistic abilities vital for active participation in their communities. This short course will cover a range of learning opportunities enabling students to further develop skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking through focus on various elements of grammar and vocabulary. Confidence in English is a taster course tailored for learners thinking about working towards accredited ESOL.
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Dates:
Wed 07/05/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Bankfoot Primary School (Bradford)
Bolingbroke Street
Bradford
BD5 9NR
Tutor:
Molly Drake
Course code:
Q00021888
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Pre-Entry ESOL

Begin your English language journey with our Pre-Entry ESOL: course. Develop basic English skills needed for everyday communication and build a foundation for further language learning. Ideal for beginners with little or no prior English knowledge. This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:
Wed 07/05/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Victoria Centre
Victoria Road
Oswestry
SY11 2JE
Tutor:
Tabitha Allsop
Course code:
Q00019808
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
3 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Personal Development: ESOL

This is a pre-entry/ entry level course which supports low level ESOL learners to build their ESOL skills in relation to accessing local services here in the UK. Learners will learn through the main ESOL skills speaking, listening, reading and writing in tailored to the topic of ‘local services’. The course will enable learners to build their confidence towards exploring the local community and local services in the UK. The course is unaccredited and is for nine weeks. It will be running face to face by a qualified and experienced tutor.
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Dates:
Fri 09/05/2025 -
Fri 11/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Chorley Library (Chorley)
Union Street
Chorley
PR7 1EB
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00021340
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £113.40

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Living and Working in the UK

Gain essential knowledge and skills for living and working in the UK with our comprehensive course. Learn about UK culture, employment rights, and practical tips for everyday life. Ideal for newcomers to the UK seeking to integrate smoothly and confidently.
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Dates:
Fri 09/05/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Welcome House Hull
3 Wright St
Hull
HU2 8HR
Tutor:
Edyta Bogdanowicz
Course code:
Q00017906
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Access to Accredited ESOL

This course is designed for learners seeking to improve their English skills and achieve an accredited ESOL qualification. It focuses on developing abilities in speaking, listening, reading, and writing to help participants communicate confidently in everyday and professional settings. Learners will practice using English in practical contexts, such as work, education, and daily life while building their vocabulary and grammar knowledge. The course prepares students for formal assessments, enabling progression to higher ESOL levels or further education and training. Delivered in a supportive environment, it’s ideal for those looking to advance their English skills and gain certification.
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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
17 sessions
Location:
Gateshead Muslim Centre (Gateshead)
2, Westbourne Avenue
Gateshead
NE8 4NP
Tutor:
Jyoti Singh
Course code:
Q00020041
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£210.00

Living and Working in the UK

This short practical course will give you the information you need to support your life and work in the UK. The course is idea for newcomers and those those seeking to deepen their understanding of UK systems.Your tutor will focus on how to access local community support services and also give you information about how your basic employment rights. You will learn how to manage your daily life and services in your local area and how to understand working life in the United Kingdom.
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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 12/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 3:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Marina Burrell
Course code:
Q00021929
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£18.50