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.   

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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: Together We Learn ESOL 3

This course is the third pre-entry ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) course at the Faith Centre designed to help them carry on their ESOL journey. Learners will continue to learn about the English language and the essential skills they need to use it in their lives here in the UK and to help them on their journey towards work. This pre-entry ESOL course will teach you skills to communicate some basic ideas in English. Through a range of activities, you will develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. The course will have an initial assessment at the start to identify that you are the right level to join the course unless you are continuing. This course will be held at a friendly, local community centre with good facilities where learners can learn the basics of English in a safe and supportive environment.
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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JD
Tutor:
Noorie Ali
Course code:
Q00015453
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £210.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Literacy for ESOL (Faith Centre)

This course is for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course will provide support with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and is particularly aimed at learners who need extra help with reading and writing and the English alphabet. On this course you will improve reading and writing, including spelling, punctuation, vocabulary and simple sentences. The course is for learners with a pre-entry level of English.
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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JD
Tutor:
Noorie Ali
Course code:
Q00015458
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £168.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Willenhall JC Group 1

Welcome to the Pre-Entry ESOL course, exclusively tailored for Willenhall JC clients, aimed at individuals with limited English proficiency. This course is ideal for beginners, providing a comprehensive foundation in communication skills, including self-introduction. Engage in a variety of activities to enhance reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities. Our focus is on nurturing confidence through consistent participation, allowing learners to practice language skills and cultivate proficiency. By the course's end, you'll confidently read, write, and express numbers 1-10, spell your name aloud in English, handle basic personal questions, use polite expressions like 'please' and 'thank you' in various contexts, and identify and write names of community landmarks.
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Dates:
Tue 07/05/2024 -
Tue 09/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Willenhall Chart Centre
19 Gomer Street
Willenhall
WV13 2NS
Tutor:
Humera Mehrban
Course code:
Q00015489
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Entry Level ESOL - Entry 1

Discover the wonderful world of the English language with this ESOL E1 course. It will help you to develop your Speaking and Listening, Reading and Writing skills in English. Whether you have studied basic English before or you are completely new to it, You will find value in this ESOL course. Develop your language skills to enable you to ask and respond to everyday questions in verbal exchanges too, listen for information and specific purposes and writing. You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your language journey today by registering for this course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 08/05/2024 -
Wed 10/07/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:30am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Rowland Hill Children's Centre (London)
315 White Hart Lane
Tottenham
London
N17 7LT
Tutor:
Yusra Sharif
Course code:
Q00013028
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

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12 months
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Pre-Entry ESOL: First Steps to ESOL E1 Willenhall JC

This course is specifically designed for the clients of Willenhall JC. It will help pre-entry ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) learners to start to learn about the English language and the essential skills they need to use it in their lives here in the UK and to help them on their journey towards work. This pre-entry ESOL course will teach you skills to communicate some basic ideas in English. Through a range of activities, you will develop your speaking & listening skills. The course will have an initial assessment at the start to identify that you are the right level to join the course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 08/05/2024 -
Wed 10/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Willenhall Chart Centre
19 Gomer Street
Willenhall
WV13 2NS
Tutor:
Shaheen Shah
Course code:
Q00015495
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £113.40

Level 1 ESOL: Get Ready for ESOL Level 1 Reading

Feel confident starting your ESOL course with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to prepare you for an ESOL level 1 reading course. Learn key reading skills you’ll need for the level 1 ESOL course in reading 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. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 09/05/2024 -
Wed 26/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Norton Hall Children & Family Centre (Bi
Norton Hall Women & Childrens
Ralph Road
Birmingham
B8 1NA
Tutor:
Imogen Draper
Course code:
Q00013767
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £189.00

ESOL for Life and Work (Pre-entry)

This is English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) course which will be held at a local friendly venue in London (Haringey) where the course will be taught face to face. This course will help improve your confidence to start speaking and listening, reading and writing in English ready for working in the UK. The course aims to aid you to start your journey to learning English and help to build your confidence when using the language in your day to day lives and out in the community, as well as helping you to work towards looking for a job here in the UK. This is a pre-entry course which will have progression opportunities at the end for unaccredited and accredited courses.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 09/05/2024 -
Mon 22/07/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Pembury House Children's Centre (London)
Lansdowne Road
Tottenham
London
N17 9XE
Tutor:
Alex Carro
Course code:
Q00015065
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday ESOL

This intermediate to advanced course will help you to communicate your ideas in English on a range of everyday topics. You will practice reading, writing, speaking and listening, with a focus on conversation skills. You will also learn new vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and start to learn about basic English grammar, including present, future and past tenses as well as present perfect. You will work with other learners at a similar level and be expected to take part in pair and group activities in the classroom. This course is ideal for English Language learners with some level of confidence and experience in speaking and understanding English. You will be in a mixed group of intermediate to advanced learners and will have the opportunity to practice your English in a number of different situations.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 09/05/2024 -
Thu 11/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Worthing Library Committee Room (Worthin
Richmond Road
Worthing
BN11 1HD
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00014591
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Entry Level ESOL: Living and working in the UK

The ESOL Living and working in UK course is designed for beginners who have little or no prior knowledge of the English language. In a face-to-face, comfortable and very positive environment you will have an opportunity to improve your skill and gain confidence. This course is focused on helping students develop fundamental speaking and listening skills in English. By the end of the course, students should be able to hold simple conversations and understand basic English conversations. Indulge in the topics like : “All about me”, “Talking about your neighbourhood”, “How do you spend your weekends?” and many more.
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Dates:
Fri 10/05/2024 -
Fri 19/07/2024
Times:
11:45am - 1:45pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Spring Bank Community Centre
West Parade
Spring Bank
Hull
HU3 1BX
Tutor:
Edyta Bogdanowicz
Course code:
Q00015115
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Entry Level ESOL

Welcome to the exciting world of our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program, carefully crafted to empower you on your journey to English proficiency, community engagement, and a fulfilling life in the UK. Our comprehensive course is divided into three dynamic sections, each designed to cater to different aspects of your language learning and integration experience. Join us on this transformative journey, where language meets community, and every lesson brings you one step closer to a vibrant life in the UK. Embrace the opportunities that await you in our ESOL program, and let's build bridges together—linguistic, cultural, and communal. Your adventure starts here!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 13/05/2024 -
Mon 22/07/2024
Location:
Digital Skill Hub (Computer Room)
30-32 Royal Arcade
Christchurch Road
Boscombe
Bournemouth
BH1 4BT
Course code:
P00000040
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available