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 ̨Íåswag.   

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 ̨Íåswag check. This will help us start you on the right course.  

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Level 2 ESOL: Preparing for IELTS - The International English Language Testing System

This advanced short course is for participants who have already reached a Level 2 ESOL standard. The course aims to help students and employees to hone their Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening ̨Íåswag to increase their confidence and competence to take IELTS tests.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 24/06/2025
Times:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Eliahoo Charles
Course code:
Q00018031
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £51.80

Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Driving theory

Prepare for your driving theory test with our Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Driving Theory course. Learn the rules of the road, traffic signs, and essential safety information needed to pass the test. Ideal for non-native speakers seeking to improve their English and obtain their driving licence.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Olena Kolesnyk
Course code:
Q00018891
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.80

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Entry 3)

Take your speaking and listening ̨Íåswag to the next level with this ESOL course. Improving your communication ̨Íåswag will make you feel more confident interacting with others in the UK. ESOL entry 3 courses build on ̨Íåswag you learnt at entry 2. Gain confidence speaking in new and familiar situations and learn tools for effective communication. This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL classes are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking and listening. If you’re helping others access ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 02/05/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015905
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Award in ESOL ̨Íåswag for Life (Writing) (Entry 2)

Build up your writing ̨Íåswag with these ESOL classes. This English course for beginners is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you learn writing ̨Íåswag that will support you to work or study in the UK. This ESOL entry 2 writing course builds on ̨Íåswag you learnt at entry 1. Expand your knowledge of grammar and improve your writing ̨Íåswag 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 05/05/2025 -
Mon 30/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
31 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015878
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

Award in ESOL ̨Íåswag for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Level 1)

Develop confidence to interact with others in English, no matter the situation. This ESOL course teaches you ̨Íåswag to help you communicate verbally in English. It can support you in job interviews, social conversations, or in your studies. This ESOL level 1 speaking and listening course builds on ̨Íåswag you learnt at entry 3. Gain tools to help you in conversations and sharpen your listening ̨Íåswag. This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL classes are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening. If you’re helping others access ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 05/05/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00016344
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

ESOL Employability - care homes

Develop your English ̨Íåswag for working in care homes with our ESOL Employability: Care Homes course. Focus on practical communication needed for the care sector. Ideal for non-native speakers seeking employment in care homes.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Reshma Ladva
Course code:
Q00018938
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £25.00


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Entry Level ESOL: IELTS - The International English Language Testing System - Entry Level 3

This is an introductory course to IELTS for participants who have already reached Entry level 3 ESOL minimum standard. It is a practical short course which aims to help students and employees to become familiar with IELTS tests and English language ̨Íåswag.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Eliahoo Charles
Course code:
Q00010808
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £51.80

Award in ESOL ̨Íåswag for Life (Writing) (Entry 3)

Take your writing ̨Íåswag 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 ̨Íåswag to study or write good CVs and job applications. This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on ̨Íåswag 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.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 11/11/2024 -
Fri 21/02/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
36 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00019112
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
3 places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £225.00