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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Personal Development: Working in the UK (Level 1)

The "Working in the UK" course is aimed at ESOL E2/3 learners. It helps you understand UK job basics. You will learn about finding jobs, writing a CV, and preparing for interviews. The course covers workers' rights, such as pay and working hours, and UK workplace culture. You will also learn how to communicate well with employers and colleagues. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident about finding and keeping a job in the UK. This course is ideal for people who are new to the UK job market and need to improve their English skills. This course is free for anyone living in Southampton.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 24/06/2025
Times:
9:45am - 11:45am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00017821
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Entry Level ESOL: Everyday English Elementary

This is the sixth course of six, aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This six-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English and will practice all four major skills in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they would not struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.
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Dates:
Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 01/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HY
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00019253
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £63.00

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.
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Dates:
Tue 03/06/2025 -
Wed 02/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LH
Tutor:
Fauzia Adnan
Course code:
Q00021860
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Personal Development: Citizenship, confidence and living in the UK

This course will provide students with a grounding in British values and living in the UK, learners will look at the cultures and identities present in the UK and apply them to our community by exploring our commanalities and differences. students will be encouraged to practice English language skills in a variety of everyday contexts in order to help them to be ready to become more positively involved in their communities. This course is targeted at a beginners level. It is for a targeted closed group of asylum seeker men who are residing in a hotel in Doncaster.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 24/06/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00015501
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £29.60

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Pre Entry ESOL

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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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Khizra Mosque (Manchester)
421-425 Cheetham Hill Road
Manchester
M8 0PF
Tutor:
Shahnaz Ahmed
Course code:
Q00015920
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry ESOL

Start your journey of learning English with our Pre-Entry Esol course designed for Beginners who are new to the English Language. This course focuses on building foundational skills in a supportive and friendly environment. Learn about greetings, shopping, travel, describing yourselve and family, also English for other daily situations at home, out and about and to help you get into work.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Kilburn Library (Camden)
2-22 Kilburn High Rd
Camden
London
London
London
NW6 5UH
Tutor:
Ellie Rusu
Course code:
Q00022279
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening (Level 1)

Feel confident starting your level 1 ESOL course with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to prepare you for the ESOL level 1 speaking and listening course. Learn key verbal communication skills you’ll need for the level 1 ESOL course in speaking and listening to set yourself up for success. 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 level 1 ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JT
Tutor:
Linda Attridge
Course code:
Q00019149
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

English for life Pre Entry

Start your journey of learning English with our Pre-Entry ESOL course, designed for beginners who are new to the English language. This course focuses on building foundational skills in a supportive and friendly environment.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
WEA Nottingham Office Room 1
39 Mapperly Road
Nottingham
NG3 5AQ
Tutor:
Shamaila Firdaus
Course code:
Q00021911
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Entry Level ESOL - ESOL for work

Enhance your English skills while learning about life in the UK with our Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Living in the UK course. Focus on practical communication and cultural understanding. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to improve their English proficiency and integrate into British society.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
WEA Nottingham Office Room 1
4th Floor Lancaster House
67 Newhall Street
Birmingham
B3 1NQ
Tutor:
Shamaila Firdaus
Course code:
Q00021914
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Get Ready for Entry 1

The "Get Ready for Entry 1 ESOL" course is designed for beginners who are new to the English language. This face-to-face course focuses on developing basic communication skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Through interactive activities and practical exercises, students will build confidence in everyday English usage, such as introducing themselves, asking for directions, and understanding simple instructions. The supportive classroom environment encourages active participation and provides personalized feedback to help learners progress at their own pace. Join us to start your journey towards mastering English in a friendly and engaging setting!
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025
Location:
Holyoake House (Manchester)
Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
M60 0AS
Course code:
Q00022246
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00