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 Speaking & Listening (Entry 1)

Are you thinking about taking an ESOL entry 1 speaking and listening 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:
Mon 22/01/2024 -
Mon 29/04/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
23 sessions
Location:
North Harringay Primary School (London)
Falkland Road
London
N8 0NU
Tutor:
Sultan Duru
Course code:
Q00013057
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English Communication Skills

This is a womens only course taking place at the Reading Community Learning Centre. Do you want to learn English ? Do you struggle in everyday situation like at doctors , at your childrens school , out shopping or on public transport ? This course will get you started on everyday words and phrases that will help you gain confidence , speak to others in various situations and read and write simple texts .
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Dates:
Mon 22/01/2024 -
Mon 22/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
22 sessions
Location:
Reading Community Learning Centre (Readi
94 London Street
Reading
RG1 4SJ
Tutor:
Yulianna Antyufeyeva
Course code:
Q00013080
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £184.80

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:
Mon 22/01/2024 -
Wed 20/03/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Meadows Community Centre (Cambridge)
299 Arbury Road
Cambridge
CB4 2LJ
Tutor:
Mahreen Bashir
Course code:
Q00013288
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

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
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Dates:
Tue 23/01/2024 -
Thu 18/04/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Tutor:
Pamela Stezycka
Course code:
Q00012568
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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

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.
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Dates:
Tue 23/01/2024 -
Tue 23/04/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
35 sessions
Location:
Mosses Community Centre (Bury)
Cecil Street
Bury
BL9 0SB
Tutor:
Sehreen Ali
Course code:
Q00010497
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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

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.
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Dates:
Tue 23/01/2024 -
Thu 16/05/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
28 sessions
Tutor:
Yulianna Antyufeyeva
Course code:
Q00012892
How you'll learn:
Online and in venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Entry 3)

For Berkshire residents only. 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.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 23/01/2024 -
Wed 22/05/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
30 sessions
Tutor:
Afshan Khan
Course code:
Q00013073
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Entry Level ESOL: English for Schools

Are you struggling with communicating with your child’s school ? If yes then this course is just right for you! As a parent, it will help you to acquire the skills needed to communicate with your child’s school. You will learn how to communicate effectively with your child’s school.This course will focus on English required to speak with school teachers, developing understanding how to support your child's school journey ,better understanding of school homework, understanding British education system as well as working towards improving your writing, speaking and reading techniques ,
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Dates:
Tue 23/01/2024 -
Wed 24/04/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
22 sessions
Tutor:
Afshan Khan
Course code:
Q00013075
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £166.50

Pre-Entry ESOL: English for Living and Working

This course 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, 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.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/01/2024 -
Wed 12/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
35 sessions
Location:
Reading International Solidarity Centre
35-39 London Street
Reading
RG1 4PS
Tutor:
Yulianna Antyufeyeva
Course code:
Q00013087
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £277.20

Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Entry 3)

Set yourself up for success at learning English with this ESOL preparation course. This course is designed to help you prepare for an ESOL entry 3 reading course. Learn key reading skills you’ll need for the entry 3 ESOL course in reading. 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 entry 3 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 25/01/2024 -
Thu 18/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
22 sessions
Tutor:
Sidra Tul-Muntaha
Course code:
Q00013072
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00