Welcome to the WEA course page for Greater London.

Below you will find a selection of courses hosted in and around your local area. If you are looking for work, need to get a better job, or want to improve your essential skills, the WEA is here for you!

For those that would prefer to learn from home, you will also find a selection of courses that are available online.  

You may be entitled to a fully-funded place on a WEA course in Greater London if your income is under £28,860, or if you are in receipt of income-related benefits. Visit our support page to find out more.

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Confidence Building

This course is funded by the Greater London Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Combined Authority area. Confidence Building is a friendly, supportive course designed to help you feel more confident in everyday life and work. You will explore self-belief, communication skills, and practical ways to manage nerves and negative thinking. The course can be tailored to your goals—whether you are returning to work, preparing for interviews, starting a small business, or wanting to improve your self-esteem. You will take part in activities such as group discussions, goal setting, role play, and simple planning tasks. Step by step, you will build your confidence, share experiences, and celebrate your progress in a safe and encouraging environment. By the end of the course, you will leave with practical skills and a personal action plan to help you take your next steps.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 09/09/2026 -
Wed 25/11/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Peabody Unity Centre Harlesden
Church End & Roundwood Unity Cen
103 Church Road
London
London
NW10 9EG
Tutor:
Melanie Dawkins
Course code:
Q00028588
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £120.00

Ready to Learn

This course is funded by the Greater London Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Combined Authority area. This course supports adults returning to education by building confidence, resilience, and essential learning behaviours. Learners will explore growth mindset, time management, independence, health and wellbeing and communication skills. Through interactive activities, reflection, and goal setting, learners will develop self-awareness and readiness for future study. Flexible modular units allow learners to focus on areas most relevant to their needs, creating a personalised pathway to success. Ready to Learn empowers learners to thrive in modern learning environments with confidence and purpose.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 14/09/2026 -
Thu 01/10/2026
Times:
9:30am - 11:45am
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
The Lighthouse ,60-62 High St, NW10 4LL
The Lighthouse,
60-62 High St, Harlesden
London
Harlesden
London
NW10 4LL
Tutor:
Ozgur Yildiz Caner
Course code:
Q00028552
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 Greater London Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Authority area. 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.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 16/09/2026 -
Tue 02/03/2027
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
42 sessions
Location:
Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LH
Tutor:
Hansa Gunel
Course code:
Q00028548
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £840.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 2

This course is funded by the Greater London Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London 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:
Thu 17/09/2026 -
Tue 19/01/2027
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LH
Tutor:
Hansa Gunel
Course code:
Q00028546
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £320.00

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Ready to Learn

This course is funded by the Greater London Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Combined Authority area. This course supports adults returning to education by building confidence, resilience, and essential learning behaviours. Learners will explore growth mindset, time management, independence, health and wellbeing and communication skills. Through interactive activities, reflection, and goal setting, learners will develop self-awareness and readiness for future study. Flexible modular units allow learners to focus on areas most relevant to their needs, creating a personalised pathway to success. Ready to Learn empowers learners to thrive in modern learning environments with confidence and purpose.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 17/09/2026 -
Thu 08/10/2026
Times:
12:15pm - 2:45pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
The Lighthouse ,60-62 High St, NW10 4LL
The Lighthouse,
60-62 High St, Harlesden
London
Harlesden
London
NW10 4LL
Tutor:
Ozgur Yildiz Caner
Course code:
Q00028554
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Confidence Building

This course is funded by the Greater London Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Combined Authority area. Confidence Building is a friendly, supportive course designed to help you feel more confident in everyday life and work. You will explore self-belief, communication skills, and practical ways to manage nerves and negative thinking. The course can be tailored to your goals—whether you are returning to work, preparing for interviews, starting a small business, or wanting to improve your self-esteem. You will take part in activities such as group discussions, goal setting, role play, and simple planning tasks. Step by step, you will build your confidence, share experiences, and celebrate your progress in a safe and encouraging environment. By the end of the course, you will leave with practical skills and a personal action plan to help you take your next steps.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 22/09/2026 -
Tue 13/10/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Peabody Unity Centre Harlesden
Church End & Roundwood Unity Cen
103 Church Road
London
London
NW10 9EG
Tutor:
Melanie Dawkins
Course code:
Q00028587
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £120.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 2

This course is funded by the Greater London Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London 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 22/09/2026 -
Tue 10/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 11:45am
Duration:
28 sessions
Location:
Peabody Unity Centre Harlesden
Church End & Roundwood Unity Cen
103 Church Road
London
London
NW10 9EG
Tutor:
Melanie Dawkins
Course code:
Q00028561
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £504.00

Ready to Learn

This course is funded by the Greater London Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Combined Authority area. This course supports adults returning to education by building confidence, resilience, and essential learning behaviours. Learners will explore growth mindset, time management, independence, health and wellbeing and communication skills. Through interactive activities, reflection, and goal setting, learners will develop self-awareness and readiness for future study. Flexible modular units allow learners to focus on areas most relevant to their needs, creating a personalised pathway to success. Ready to Learn empowers learners to thrive in modern learning environments with confidence and purpose.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/09/2026 -
Thu 05/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Mulberry School
Richard Street
Commercial Rd
Shadwell
London
E1 2JP
Tutor:
Ameerah Mudhoo
Course code:
Q00028556
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £240.00

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

This course is funded by the Greater London Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London 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:
Wed 30/09/2026 -
Fri 12/03/2027
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
40 sessions
Location:
Mulberry School
Richard Street
Commercial Rd
Shadwell
London
E1 2JP
Tutor:
Ameerah Mudhoo
Course code:
Q00028577
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £800.00

Confidence Building

This course is funded by the Greater London Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Combined Authority area. Confidence Building is a friendly, supportive course designed to help you feel more confident in everyday life and work. You will explore self-belief, communication skills, and practical ways to manage nerves and negative thinking. The course can be tailored to your goals—whether you are returning to work, preparing for interviews, starting a small business, or wanting to improve your self-esteem. You will take part in activities such as group discussions, goal setting, role play, and simple planning tasks. Step by step, you will build your confidence, share experiences, and celebrate your progress in a safe and encouraging environment. By the end of the course, you will leave with practical skills and a personal action plan to help you take your next steps.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 05/10/2026 -
Fri 23/10/2026
Times:
9:30am - 11:45am
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
The Lighthouse ,60-62 High St, NW10 4LL
The Lighthouse,
60-62 High St, Harlesden
London
Harlesden
London
NW10 4LL
Tutor:
Ozgur Yildiz Caner
Course code:
Q00028562
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00