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 1 ESOL: ESOL - Numeracy ̨Íåswag for Care Employees

Enhance your numeracy and English ̨Íåswag with our ESOL - Numeracy ̨Íåswag for Care Employees course. Focus on practical maths and communication needed for the care sector. Ideal for non-native speakers working in or aspiring to work in care.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 09/06/2025
Location:
Norwich Central Baptist Church (Norwich)
Duke Street
Norwich
NR3 3AP
Course code:
Q00018896
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Pre Entry ESOL: Introduction to Studying ESOL

Begin your English language journey with Pre-Entry ESOL: Introduction to Studying ESOL. This course is ideal for complete beginners who want to build foundational English ̨Íåswag in a supportive environment.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Confederation of Bangladeshi Organisatio
Harwood Street
West Bromwich
B70 9JF
Tutor:
Shaheen Shah
Course code:
Q00015605
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Advanced Part 1

This is part 1 of Advanced pre-entry ESOL. This course will be held at Foleshill Women’s Training in Coventry. You will have ideally completed part 1 and part 2 of Intermediate Pre-entry ESOL. This course is suitable for anyone who has a good base level of English and is looking to develop further. This can be great if you are looking to get into work or just want to improve your confidence in English. Our expert tutors will help you improve your ̨Íåswag and work towards your personal goals. This course is funded by the WMCA and is run by the WEA.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ES
Tutor:
Humera Mehrban
Course code:
Q00015607
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.60

Pre Entry ESOL: Get Ready for Entry 1

Develop your speaking and listening ̨Íåswag 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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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
19 sessions
Location:
Confederation of Bangladeshi Organisatio
Harwood Street
West Bromwich
B70 9JF
Tutor:
Chadney Choudhury
Course code:
Q00015608
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

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

Pre Entry ESOL: Writing

Develop foundational writing ̨Íåswag with this non-accredited Pre-entry Writing course. This English course is for speakers of other languages and is a face-to-face class in a local centre. This ESOL writing course helps people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence writing the alphabet, writing short simple sentences, and common words in English. What we will cover: - Write the letters of the alphabet in upper and lower case; write simple sentences using basic punctuation; common English words that are used in everyday situations, complete very simple applications with personal details, and write simple text messages. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Confederation of Bangladeshi Organisatio
Harwood Street
West Bromwich
B70 9JF
Tutor:
Chadney Choudhury
Course code:
Q00015647
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

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

Take your reading ̨Íåswag to the next level with these ESOL classes. Feel comfortable reading and understanding different types of texts in English. Improved reading ̨Íåswag can make life in the UK easier for you. This ESOL entry 3 reading course builds on ̨Íåswag you learnt at entry 2. You’ll continue to expand your vocabulary and reading ̨Íåswag. 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 and 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:
Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
12:15pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
33 sessions
Location:
Spotland Community Association (Rochdale
92-96 Spotland Road
Rochdale
OL12 6PJ
Tutor:
Sehreen Ali
Course code:
Q00015828
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 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

Pre Entry ESOL: Get ready for Language at Work

This basic course will introduce learners to the world at work and the language needed to enter it. The course has been developed in partnership with Wolverhampton City Council which refers learners to this and other programmes hosted at the Old School, which is a community centre run by Blakenhall Action Community Forum. This course is particularly suitable for students are unemployed and have been referred by Job Centres to improve their spoken and written English and thereby get closer to getting a job.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 05/05/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
The Old School Building (Wolverhampton)
The Old School
73 Dudley Road
Wolverhampton
WV2 3BY
Tutor:
Shaheen Shah
Course code:
Q00015609
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40