WEA courses

This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and only available to residents living within the East Midlands Combined County Authority area. Take your writing skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Improve your written English and feel more confident in a variety of everyday situations. This ESOL writing course can teach you important skills to study or write good CVs and job applications. This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. Expand your understanding of how to create well-structured texts and polish your spelling and grammar. 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 access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.

This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and only available to residents living within the East Midlands Combined County 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.

This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and is only available to residents living within the  East Midlands Combined County Authority area. Applying for jobs can feel overwhelming, especially if you're not used to doing it online. Thankfully, there are simple digital tools that make the process easier, and you can access them right from your smartphone. This course helps you build the skills to search and apply for jobs using your smartphone. You’ll learn how to upload your CV, write a cover letter specific to a job role, use the basics of AI and apply for a job role using your smartphone. This course is designed for beginners and offers step-by-step guidance in a supportive environment.

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.

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.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  This course introduces you to the basic digital skills needed to participate in simple online learning tasks. You will practise opening links, viewing short learning videos, and completing guided online activities using familiar devices. The course covers basic navigation skills, recognising key onscreen symbols, typing short answers, and using simple features like play/pause and zoom. You will explore safe behaviour online and learn how to ask for help when unsure.

This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and is only available to residents living within the East Midlands Combined County Authority area. English for Everyday Life (Entry 1) helps learners develop basic English for daily communication. The course focuses on simple speaking, listening, reading and writing skills used in familiar situations such as shopping, travel, appointments and home routines. Learners practise short conversations, understand basic instructions, read simple words and sentences, and write short phrases. Activities are practical and confidence‑building, helping learners use English in real‑life situations. This course prepares learners for further ESOL study and progression to Entry 2 ESOL level courses such as Practical English Skills.

This course is funded by Greater Lincolnshire Combined Authority and is only open to residents living in the Greater Lincolnshire Combined Authority area. Societal Norms and Culture in the UK introduces Entry 1–Entry 2 ESOL learners to everyday cultural expectations, social behaviours and key values that shape life in the UK. The course helps learners use simple English to take part in daily conversations, make small talk and ask for help in public places. Learners explore major UK celebrations, British values and common social behaviours such as queuing and punctuality. The course also supports learners to identify where to find help for personal safety, legal issues and community support. Activities focus on practical communication, cultural awareness and confidence in real‑life situations.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. 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.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. Prepare for a confident start in customer‑facing roles with this supportive course. You will explore what good customer service looks like across different sector areas, learn how to communicate effectively, understand customer needs and respond to enquiries in a friendly and professional way. You’ll also practise handling simple complaints, recognising workplace expectations, working as part of a team and keeping yourself and others safe. Through activities, discussions and role‑play, you’ll build your confidence step by step. This course is ideal if you want to develop your skills for work in any customer‑service setting.