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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Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Entry 2)

If you are getting ready to take an ESOL entry 2 reading course, this course can help you prepare. Set yourself up for success with this ESOL preparation course. Learn reading skills to get up to speed before starting your entry 2 ESOL course. 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 an introductory English course for beginners. If you’re helping others access entry 2 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/12/2024 -
Tue 18/02/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015897
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Get Ready for ESOL Writing (Entry 1)

Are you thinking about taking an ESOL entry 1 writing course? If so, this course can help to prepare you to study. Set yourself up for success on your ESOL course with this preparation course. Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. This course gives you extra study time. This is an introductory English course for beginners. If you’re helping others access entry 1 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/12/2024 -
Mon 24/02/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
ADAB - The Mosses (Bury)
Cecil Street
Bury
BL9 0SB
Tutor:
Shahnaz Ahmed
Course code:
Q00015926
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Esol for Life and Work (Pre entry)

The "ESOL for Life and Work" course helps pre-entry learners improve their English skills. It covers basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Learners will practice everyday conversations, learn words for daily life, and understand simple instructions. The course also focuses on skills needed for work, like filling out forms and talking with colleagues. It's a friendly and supportive class designed to build confidence and help learners use English in real-life situations.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/12/2024 -
Fri 23/05/2025
Times:
9:45am - 11:45am
Duration:
22 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00019190
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list (Join waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £285.60

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 3)

Take your speaking and listening skills to the next level with this ESOL course. Improving your communication skills will make you feel more confident interacting with others in the UK. ESOL entry 3 courses build on skills 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 & listening. If you’re helping others access ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 17/12/2024 -
Tue 24/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
23 sessions
Location:
STEC (Liverpool)
Unit House
Speke Boulevard
Liverpool
L24 9HZ
Tutor:
Jacob Dwyer
Course code:
Q00020742
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

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

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

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/12/2024 -
Wed 21/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
34 sessions
Location:
Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JT
Tutor:
Linda Attridge
Course code:
Q00015836
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Improve your Reading Skills

The "ESOL Improve Your Reading Skills" course is for beginners learning English. It helps you read better and understand simple texts. You will learn new words and practice reading everyday materials like signs, forms, and short stories. The course includes fun activities to find the main idea and details in what you read. You will work alone and with others to build your skills. This course makes reading in English easier and more enjoyable for you.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 20/12/2024 -
Fri 28/03/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Bevois Town Primary School (Southampton)
Cedar Road
Southampton
SO14 6RU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00019191
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Together We Learn ESOL Entry1

This course is for the learners to progress from Pre-Entry Level.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 06/01/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
46 sessions
Location:
Haslingden Library (Rossendale)
Deardengate, Rossendale
Rossendale
BB4 5QJ
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00020060
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£478.80

Entry Level ESOL (Entry 1): Get Ready for E1 Speaking and Listening

This course will help you develop your basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Learn to speak in everyday situations and practice listening for information. You will develop your skills in pronunciating English words in different situations such as shopping, travel and in greetings. You will ask and answer questions and learn how to create grammatical structure in sentences. Start your language journey today by registering for this course.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 06/01/2025 -
Mon 10/02/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Jubilee Library
Jubilee Street
Brighton
BN1 1GE
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00020813
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£50.40

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

Build up your writing skills with these ESOL classes. This English course for beginners is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you learn writing skills that will support you to work or study in the UK. This ESOL entry 2 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Expand your knowledge of grammar and improve your writing skills 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

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 06/01/2025 -
Tue 15/04/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
42 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Farzana Birader
Course code:
Q00016799
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Level 1)

Develop confidence to write complex texts in English. This ESOL course teaches you how to write more clearly and use grammar correctly. Learn how to improve your writing skills in English and get the most out of living in the UK. This ESOL level 1 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 3. Understand how to write well-structured texts and use sophisticated vocabulary. 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.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 06/01/2025 -
Sat 29/03/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
36 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Aleksandra Novikova
Course code:
Q00017837
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00