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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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.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 14/09/2026 -
Tue 13/10/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Nottingham learning centre classroom 1
39 Mapperley Road
Nottingham
Nottingham
NG3 5AQ
Tutor:
Shamaila Firdaus
Course code:
Q00027128
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 2

This course is funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater Manchester 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.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 14/09/2026 -
Thu 26/11/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GX
Tutor:
Rasha Ahmed
Course code:
Q00027257
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £720.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Entry 1

This course is funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater Manchester Combined Authority area. Develop foundational reading skills with this entry 1 English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn basic English to study, work, and live in the UK. This ESOL reading course helps people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence reading short texts and common words in English. There are also writing 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. What we’ll cover: - Learn to identify common English words in everyday situations. - Understand signs, symbols and texts you will come across. - Read information about timetables, prices, and schedules. - Understand the purpose of different texts, including adverts, posters, and news articles. - Understand how punctuation is used to help you read more easily.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 14/09/2026 -
Thu 05/11/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Longsight Community Church of Nazarene (
Toll Gate Close
Manchester
M13 0LG
Tutor:
Visi Kuffoh
Course code:
Q00027322
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £480.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Entry 3

This course is funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater Manchester Combined Authority area. Take your reading skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Feel comfortable reading and understanding different types of texts in English. Improved reading skills can make life in the UK easier for you. This ESOL entry 3 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. You’ll continue to expand your vocabulary and reading skills. 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 find ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 14/09/2026 -
Tue 03/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GX
Tutor:
Rasha Ahmed
Course code:
Q00027339
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £480.00

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

This course is funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater Manchester Combined Authority area. 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:
Mon 14/09/2026 -
Fri 27/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
Longsight Community Church of Nazarene (
Toll Gate Close
Manchester
M13 0LG
Tutor:
Visi Kuffoh
Course code:
Q00027366
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £720.00

English For Work Readiness

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. English for Work Readiness (Entry 3) develops the language needed for more complex everyday and work‑related communication. Learners practise taking part in discussions, understanding longer explanations, reading everyday documents and writing short paragraphs. The course builds confidence in communicating independently at home, in the community and in work‑related situations. Activities focus on real‑life tasks such as making arrangements, giving opinions, understanding procedures and writing clear messages. This course prepares learners for Level 1 ESOL course such as English for Work and Study or entry‑level employment.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 15/09/2026 -
Wed 30/09/2026
Times:
9:15am - 12:15pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Sneinton Community CIC
Edale Road
Sneinton
Nottingham
NG2 4HT
Tutor:
Imran Khan
Course code:
Q00027112
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 1

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. Learn basic writing skills with this foundational English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn to write in English to study, work, and live in the UK. Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence to write basic sentences 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:
Tue 15/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
12:45pm - 2:45pm
Duration:
39 sessions
Location:
Sneinton Community CIC
Edale Road
Sneinton
Nottingham
NG2 4HT
Tutor:
Imran Khan
Course code:
Q00027121
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £720.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 1)

This course is funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater Manchester Combined Authority area. Learn basic communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn essential speaking and listening skills to be able to communicate in English. Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about basic topics and understand core words. There are also reading and writing 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:
Tue 15/09/2026 -
Tue 05/01/2027
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
40 sessions
Location:
Manchester Chinese Centre (Ardwick)
67 Ardwick Green North
Ardwick
M12 6FX
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00027207
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £800.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 2

This course is funded by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority and only available to residents living within the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough 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.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 15/09/2026 -
Wed 16/12/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
26 sessions
Location:
St Andrews St Baptist Ch (Cambridge)
43 St. Andrews Street
Cambridge
CB2 3AR
Tutor:
Lisanne Ehall
Course code:
Q00027858
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £600.00

English For Everyday Life

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. English for Everyday Life (Entry 1) helps learners develop basic English for daily communication. The course focuses on simple speaking, listening, reading and writing skills used in familiar situations such as shopping, travel, appointments and home routines. Learners practise short conversations, understand basic instructions, read simple words and sentences, and write short phrases. Activities are practical and confidence‑building, helping learners use English in real‑life situations. This course prepares learners for further ESOL study and progression to Entry 2 ESOL level courses such as Practical English Skills.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 16/09/2026 -
Thu 15/10/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Nottingham learning centre classroom 1
39 Mapperley Road
Nottingham
Nottingham
NG3 5AQ
Tutor:
Shamaila Firdaus
Course code:
Q00027139
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00