ESOL = English as a second or other language.
A holistic approach to learning
You will improve your English language, learn about British culture and citizenship, and gain vital skills for a variety of purposes, including employment, further study or communicating with English-speaking friends and family. There are also opportunities for you to practice your English in our wellbeing and conversation sessions.
We also offer a special course for students aged 16-18 years old; the Welcome course. As part of the Welcome course, you will study English and maths. You will also learn about wellbeing and British culture.
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Hear from our students on the ESOL course
Our ESOL provision has grown substantially since 2022.
We have learners from all different walks of life wanting to learn English to improve their daily life and to allow them to start work in this country.
“In the ESOL programme, our students come from all corners of the globe, each bringing a unique tapestry of life experiences. Witnessing their journeys unfold within the nurturing environment we have created has been immensely rewarding. Beyond imparting language skills, we have fostered a sense of belonging and empowerment among our students.” – Christopher Gould
ESOL Department
Contact our ESOL Department at college to find out more about our courses on offer.
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I always wanted to come to college, I needed to come into college to improve my English and it was a nice place to be. I liked how there were so many methods of teaching, from presentations to watching videos and putting our skills into practice. That was great when it came to passing our exams as we could relate back to our experiences within the classroom.
Anastasiia Kaniuk
Former ESOL Student
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