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 1)

Are you thinking about taking an ESOL entry 1 reading 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.
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Dates:
Tue 20/05/2025 -
Tue 29/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Diane Palliser
Course code:
Q00021609
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list (Waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £166.50

ESOL for Life & Work (Advanced)

Do you want to improve and start to perfect your English? Are you ready to build up on your skills and improve on them? Our Advanced Online ESOL Course is designed for individuals who have a grasp of the English language but want to build on their main skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This course is perfect for those who wish to improve their communication skills for everyday life, work, or further education. The course will be run online for 6 hours per week with a professional and qualified tutor who will support you in a safe and friendly environment online. The course will run for 2 mornings per week until the end of the academic year.
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Dates:
Thu 22/05/2025 -
Wed 23/07/2025
Times:
9:25am - 12:30pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00022232
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Living and Working in the UK

This short practical course will give you the information you need to support your life and work in the UK. The course is idea for newcomers and those those seeking to deepen their understanding of UK systems.Your tutor will focus on how to access local community support services and also give you information about how your basic employment rights. You will learn how to manage your daily life and services in your local area and how to understand working life in the United Kingdom.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Tue 03/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Marina Burrell
Course code:
Q00021930
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£18.50

ESOL for Life & Work (Improvers)

Enhance your English skills with our intermediate ESOL course. Focus on improving your reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities to navigate everyday situations and professional settings. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to advance their English proficiency.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 06/06/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00022225
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

ESOL Employability - care homes

Develop your English skills 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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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

Online ESOL for Life & Work (beginners) Part 2

Are you ready to start your journey in learning English? Our Beginner's Online ESOL Course is designed for individuals who are new to the English language and want to build a strong foundation in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This course is perfect for those who wish to improve their communication skills for everyday life, work, or further education. The course will be run online for 5 hours per week with a professional and qualified tutor who will support you in a safe and friendly environment online. The course will run during the evening and is ideal for learner’s who work during the day or can not access face to face courses. The course is offered in 2 parts, both courses are 6 weeks each.
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Dates:
Sun 15/06/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Shazia Parveen
Course code:
Q00021558
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Living and Working in the UK

This short practical course will give you the information you need to support your life and work in the UK. The course is idea for newcomers and those those seeking to deepen their understanding of UK systems.Your tutor will focus on how to access local community support services and also give you information about how your basic employment rights. You will learn how to manage your daily life and services in your local area and how to understand working life in the United Kingdom.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 25/06/2025 -
Wed 02/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Lisa Richards
Course code:
Q00021931
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£18.50

Get Ready for ESOL Writing (Entry 2)

If you are getting ready to take an ESOL entry 2 writing course, this course can help you prepare. Set yourself up for success with this ESOL preparation course. Learn writing 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.
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Dates:
Tue 01/07/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rukhsar Azam
Course code:
Q00015901
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

ESOL Skills in Action

The ESOL Skills in Action course is an exciting additional course which engages learners for an addition session. The course is designed to give them the opportunity to build their confidence using their newly learned ESOL skills, by letting them put them into practice in a safe environment. It focuses on giving the learners the opportunity to use their speaking and listening skills to engage with the tutor and their classmates, celebrate their own achievements in completing their previous course and stretch themselves to engage in a class activity. The course should help to build the learner’s confidence so that they feel comfortable enough to use these new ESOL skills in their day to day lives.
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Dates:
Tue 15/07/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Hannah Mitchell
Course code:
Q00021777
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£7.40

Living and Working in the UK

This short practical course will give you the information you need to support your life and work in the UK. The course is idea for newcomers and those those seeking to deepen their understanding of UK systems.Your tutor will focus on how to access local community support services and also give you information about how your basic employment rights. You will learn how to manage your daily life and services in your local area and how to understand working life in the United Kingdom.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 16/07/2025 -
Wed 23/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Lisa Richards
Course code:
Q00021932
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£18.50