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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Call us on 0300 303 3464 or click on the course below to book. 

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First Steps in ESOL

This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West Midlands Combined Authority area. First Steps in ESOL introduces learners to the foundations of English needed for early communication in everyday situations. The course focuses on building confidence with essential vocabulary, recognising key sounds, and understanding simple spoken instructions. Learners practise using single words and short phrases to share basic personal information and take part in highly supported classroom activities. Visuals, repetition and practical tasks help learners understand meaning and develop early listening and speaking skills. The course prepares learners for further learning by building confidence, routine and familiarity with classroom language before progressing to Entry 1 ESOL.
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Dates:
Wed 09/09/2026 -
Wed 07/10/2026
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Ingeus
3rd & 4th Floor
154 Great Charles Street
Queensway
Birmingham
West Midlands
B3 3HN
Tutor:
Fozia Aslam
Course code:
Q00027410
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Practical English Skills

This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and is only available to residents living within the East Midlands Combined County Authority area. Practical English Skills (Entry 2) helps learners develop more confident English for everyday communication at home, in the community and in simple work‑related situations. The course builds on Entry 1 skills and introduces longer conversations, short texts and straightforward writing tasks. Learners practise giving information, asking questions, understanding short explanations and reading everyday materials such as notes, messages, leaflets and timetables. Activities focus on real‑life situations including making arrangements, asking for help, following instructions and talking about daily routines. The course supports learners to communicate with greater independence and prepares them for progression to Entry 3 ESOL.
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Dates:
Wed 09/09/2026 -
Wed 30/09/2026
Times:
9:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Nottingham learning centre classroom 3
39 Mapperley Road
Nottingham
Nottingham
NG3 5AQ
Tutor:
Fatima Kouibaa
Course code:
Q00027146
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Get ready for ESOL (Skills for Life)

This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and only available to residents living within the East Midlands Combined County Authority area. Get Ready for ESOL is a pre‑entry course for adults who are at the very beginning of their English language journey. This 24‑hour course helps you build the essential skills you need before joining an accredited Entry 1 ESOL qualification. You will learn to take part in short conversations, understand simple spoken information, read everyday words and signs, and write basic words and phrases. You will also develop strategies to ask for repetition or clarification when you do not understand. This course provides a supportive introduction to English and prepares you for further ESOL study.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 09/09/2026 -
Thu 15/10/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Nottingham learning centre classroom 1
39 Mapperley Road
Nottingham
Nottingham
NG3 5AQ
Tutor:
Shamaila Firdaus
Course code:
Q00027131
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Conversation with Crafting

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. Conversating with Crafting is a 12 session course designed to help adult ESOL learners build confidence in speaking and listening while enjoying a range of simple, creative craft activities. Taught over 24 guided learning hours, the course offers a fun, low pressure way for learners to return to the classroom, practise everyday English and develop practical craft skills. Each session combines conversation, creativity and wellbeing, giving learners the chance to talk about materials, techniques and ideas while working on accessible craft projects. The focus is on communication, confidence building and enjoying the social, calming benefits of creative activity.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 09/09/2026 -
Wed 04/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Shama Women's Centre (Leicester)
Shama Womens Centre
39 Sparkenhoe Street
Leicester
LE2 0TD
Tutor:
Tasneem Ali
Course code:
Q00027508
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 2

This course is funded by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and only available to residents living within the West Yorkshire Combined Authority area. 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.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 09/09/2026 -
Wed 09/12/2026
Times:
9:15am - 12:15pm
Duration:
25 sessions
Location:
Millan Centre (Bradford)
Victor Street
Bradford
BD9 4RA
Tutor:
Dorota Rezulska
Course code:
Q00028690
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £600.00

Conversation with Crafting

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. Conversating with Crafting is a 12 session course designed to help adult ESOL learners build confidence in speaking and listening while enjoying a range of simple, creative craft activities. Taught over 24 guided learning hours, the course offers a fun, low pressure way for learners to return to the classroom, practise everyday English and develop practical craft skills. Each session combines conversation, creativity and wellbeing, giving learners the chance to talk about materials, techniques and ideas while working on accessible craft projects. The focus is on communication, confidence building and enjoying the social, calming benefits of creative activity.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Thu 05/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Shama Women's Centre (Leicester)
Shama Womens Centre
39 Sparkenhoe Street
Leicester
LE2 0TD
Tutor:
Tasneem Ali
Course code:
Q00027103
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Entry 2

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  Build your confidence speaking and understanding English with this accredited Entry 2 ESOL course. This course is for adults who already know some basic English and want to improve their communication skills for everyday life in the UK. You will learn to understand short explanations, follow multistep instructions, ask for clarification, and take part in conversations on familiar topics. You will also practise expressing opinions and giving simple reasons in a supportive classroom environment. Entry 2 courses in Reading and Writing are also available if you want to continue developing your English skills.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
9:15am - 11:45am
Duration:
40 sessions
Location:
Wesley Hall Community Centre (Leicester)
76 Hartington Road
Leicester
LE2 0GN
Tutor:
Rob Fele
Course code:
Q00027123
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £960.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Entry 2

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  Build your confidence speaking and understanding English with this accredited Entry 2 ESOL course. This course is for adults who already know some basic English and want to improve their communication skills for everyday life in the UK. You will learn to understand short explanations, follow multistep instructions, ask for clarification, and take part in conversations on familiar topics. You will also practise expressing opinions and giving simple reasons in a supportive classroom environment. Entry 2 courses in Reading and Writing are also available if you want to continue developing your English skills.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
40 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00027600
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £800.00

Driving Theory

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. This course is designed to help you prepare for the UK driving theory test in a practical way. The course focuses on building knowledge of the Highway Code, road signs, and driving rules while developing the English vocabulary needed to understand and answer test questions. By the end of the course, you will have gained confidence, improved understanding of road safety, and developed the skills needed to progress successfully to the theory test.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Thu 03/12/2026
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Phoenix House
1 King Street
Leicester
LE1 6RN
Tutor:
Sumeya Daud
Course code:
Q00027799
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

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

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. 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.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
40 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Rosemary Wilks
Course code:
Q00027800
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £800.00