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Welcome to the WEA course page for the West of England.

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 the West of England if your income is under £25,570, or if you are in receipt of income-related benefits. Visit our support page to find out more.

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

This course is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West of England 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:
Mon 07/09/2026 -
Wed 16/12/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
39 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Sasha Novikova
Course code:
Q00026411
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £780.00

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

This course is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West of England 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 08/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
39 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
TBC T.B.C
Course code:
Q00026413
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £780.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Entry 2

This course is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West of England Combined Authority area. Build on your communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course for adults is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you improve your speaking and listening skills to communicate better in English. Entry 2 ESOL courses are right for you if you have basic speaking and listening skills in English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about everyday topics and improve your comprehension. 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 08/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
39 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Taona Makunde
Course code:
Q00026414
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £780.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Entry 2

This course is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West of England Combined Authority area. Build on your communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course for adults is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you improve your speaking and listening skills to communicate better in English. Entry 2 ESOL courses are right for you if you have basic speaking and listening skills in English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about everyday topics and improve your comprehension. 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 08/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
39 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
TBC T.B.C
Course code:
Q00026415
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £780.00

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

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

This course is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West of England Combined Authority area. Develop confidence to interact with others in English, no matter the situation. This ESOL course teaches you skills to help you communicate verbally in English. It can support you in job interviews, social conversations, or in your studies. This ESOL level 1 speaking and listening course builds on skills you learnt at entry 3. Gain tools to help you in conversations and sharpen your listening skills. 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.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 08/09/2026 -
Thu 17/12/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
39 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Sasha Novikova
Course code:
Q00026422
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £780.00

Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Entry 3

This course is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West of England Combined Authority area. 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.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Fri 18/12/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
38 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Sasha Novikova
Course code:
Q00026416
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £780.00

Functional Skills Maths Level 1

This course is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West of England Combined Authority area. Work towards GCSE-level maths skills with this functional skills level 1 course. Progress your maths skills to help you access work and study opportunities. Functional maths improves your numeracy skills through real-life situations. Learn maths in context. Develop practical maths skills to help you in everyday situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping. This level 1 functional skills maths course can help you get a GCSE-equivalent qualification in maths. You’ll learn practical maths skills employers look for. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 02/11/2026 -
Mon 01/02/2027
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
23 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Taona Makunde
Course code:
Q00026423
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £440.00