English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Are you looking for an ESOL class? 

We have classes at all levels from Beginner/Pre-Entry level to Advanced/Level 1.   ESOL classes focus on speaking and listening, reading and writing at your level.  You can learn about things which help you with everyday life. You will work towards a City & Guilds qualification at Entry Level or at Level 1. 

We have face-to-face classes in different venues around the city and online options for higher level learners. Classes are in the morning, afternoon or evening. 

What will you learn in your ESOL class? 

You will practice speaking and listening, reading and writing at your level. You can learn about things which help you with everyday life such as finding a job, speaking at work, your home and community, health, travel, and living in Britain. You will work towards a City & Guilds qualification at Entry Level or at Level 1. 

How can you join an ESOL class?  

Our courses are funded from government grants and you will need to meet their eligibility criteria to join a course. 

Courses are free for most people, but if you are employed and on a good wage you may have to pay. See more details on who has to pay.

To join a class, you need to come to an enrolment session. At the enrolment session we will check your eligibility and whether you need to pay a fee. If you are not sure if you are eligible, come and talk to us. You will also do an assessment to check your starting level of English. 

You need to bring ID:

• If you are a British citizen please bring your birth certificate, driving licence or passport.
• If you are an EU citizen please bring your passport/ID card and a share code generated within the last 90 days.
• Otherwise, please bring your residence permit (BRP), passport with visa or whatever documentation you have that shows your resident status.
• You also need to bring proof of your income if you are working or proof that you are unemployed.

Please note, our mainstream ESOL courses are all full at the moment. We will update this page when places become available. If you need more information, please email ESOLClasses@coventry.gov.uk or call us on 024 7697 5200.