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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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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Get Ready for ESOL Writing (Entry 3)

Set yourself up for success at learning English with this ESOL preparation course. This course is designed to help you prepare for an ESOL entry 3 speaking and listening course. Learn key verbal communication ̨Íåswag you’ll need for the entry 3 ESOL course in speaking and listening. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This course helps you learn conversational tactics to support you in everyday interactions in the UK. This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access entry 3 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 09/09/2024 -
Fri 08/11/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00018688
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Level 1)

Feel confident starting your level 1 ESOL course with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to prepare you for the ESOL level 1 speaking and listening course. Learn key verbal communication ̨Íåswag you’ll need for the level 1 ESOL course in speaking and listening to set yourself up for success. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential. This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access level 1 ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 09/09/2024 -
Fri 18/10/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00018666
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £150.00