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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Pre-Entry ESOL: Beginners

This is part two of the beginners ESOL course. It is a continuation from part 1. This course is for people who live in Coventry who are beginners in learning English. It is a face-to-face course. The course will help you to start using English every day ready to apply for work in the UK. It will also improve your confidence to speak to people in English in other everyday situations, like going to the doctor, shopping, using public transport and speaking to your child’s teachers. You will start to learn some of the words and phrases needed to feel part of your community and become more independent in your life in the UK. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority
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Dates:
Fri 09/05/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ES
Tutor:
Vanwy Arif
Course code:
Q00015589
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Living and Working in the UK

Enhance your English skills while learning about life in the UK with our Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Living in the UK course. Focus on practical communication and cultural understanding. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to improve their English proficiency and integrate into British society.
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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

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

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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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
9:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Theresa Mattingly
Course code:
Q00009817
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Foundation Learning Part 2

This is a foundation pre-entry level course which supports low level pre-entry ESOL learners who are not yet equipped with the basic English needed to start a pre-entry course. The course is part 2 of a 2-part course which will build the learners confidence in starting to learn the basics of English such as forming and writing the alphabet, the phonetic sounds required for basic reading and starting to use basic vocabulary. The course will enable learners to build their confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing and learning the basic study stills they need to be in the classroom as an adult.
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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Location:
Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JD
Course code:
Q00021377
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £189.00

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

Take your reading skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Feel comfortable reading and understanding different types of texts in English. Improved reading skills can make life in the UK easier for you. This ESOL entry 3 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. You’ll continue to expand your vocabulary and reading skills. 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. This course is funded by Greater London Combined Authority.
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Dates:
Wed 14/05/2025 -
Thu 26/06/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00020410
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Get ready for entry 2 reading

Learners from the GRF E2 S&L course will be progressed to GRF E2 reading course.
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Dates:
Thu 15/05/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JT
Tutor:
Shahnaz Ahmed
Course code:
Q00021981
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £226.80

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:
Sat 17/05/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Haslingden Library (Rossendale)
Deardengate, Rossendale
Rossendale
BB4 5QJ
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00016533
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

E2 Get Ready for Speaking and Listening

This course will help you improve your English skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Tjis course supports ESOL learners who have had some experience at ESOL E1 speaking and listening and will help build on your English skills. This course can help you prepare for an acrredited course in speaking and listening E2. You will learn verbal communication skills and complete listening activities as well as improving your reading and writing skills. It will be run face-to face by a qualified and experienced tutor.
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Dates:
Mon 19/05/2025 -
Mon 23/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Jubilee Library
Jubilee Street
Brighton
BN1 1GE
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00021585
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£50.40