English for speakers of other languages (ESOL)

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English for Work

This course is for those who already speak conversational English and are ready to move into work. This course familiarises participants with words and terms used when job searching and applying for jobs.

4654

Availability  This course is nearly full. 2 places

15 May 2023 (Summer)

7 weeks

Mon 09:15-12:15


Broadgreen Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4655

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 8 places

19 Jun 2023 (Summer)

6 weeks

Mon 09:15-12:15


Broadgreen Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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Everyday English

Spoken English for adults who have a little spoken English.

4648

Availability  This course is nearly full. 2 places

25 Apr 2023 (Spring)

11 weeks

Tue 12:15-14:45


Drove Primary School  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4646

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 3 places

28 Apr 2023 (Spring)

11 weeks

Fri 09:30-12:30


Wat Tyler House (Meet Civic Offices main reception Euclid St)  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4647

Availability  This course is full.
 					
						 Please contact us on 01793 466482 to be added to the queue.	
						course full

03 May 2023 (Summer)

10 weeks

Wed 09:30-12:00


The Workshed  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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Life in the Uk

This course is for learners who use English as a second language and intend to settle in the UK to learn about UK society, its rich culture, traditions structure and ways of life.

4656

Availability  This course is nearly full. 2 places

15 May 2023 (Summer)

7 weeks

Mon 12:30-15:00


Broadgreen Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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Moving on with English - part 2

This course is for those who have achieved a basic level of English / completed Moving On part 1.

4662

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 3 places

26 Apr 2023 (Spring)

12 weeks

Wed 09:15-11:45


Wat Tyler House (Meet Civic Offices main reception Euclid St)  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4663

Availability  This course is full.
 					
						 Please contact us on 01793 466482 to be added to the queue.	
						course full

15 May 2023 (Summer)

11 weeks

Mon 09:15-12:15


Wat Tyler House (Meet Civic Offices main reception Euclid St)  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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Moving on with English - part 1

This course is for those who have achieved a basic level of English and are ready to improve.

4661

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 10 places

25 Apr 2023 (Spring)

12 weeks

Tue 09:15-13:00


Marriott Hotel  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4667

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 6 places

26 Apr 2023 (Spring)

12 weeks

Wed 12:00-14:30


Online  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4659

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 4 places

04 May 2023 (Summer)

10 weeks

Thu 09:30-12:00


The Workshed  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4666

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 3 places

04 May 2023 (Summer)

10 weeks

Thu 12:00-14:30


Mountford Manor Primary School  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4660

Availability  This course is nearly full. one place

15 May 2023 (Summer)

9 weeks

Mon 12:00-14:30


Wat Tyler House (Meet Civic Offices main reception Euclid St)  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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Talk English

This course is for those who don't speak any English and want to start to learn to speak, read and write in English. To express your interest in this course please email ACL@swindon,gov,uk quoting 'Talk English' and supply your telephone number.

4645

Availability  This course is nearly full. 2 places

25 Apr 2023 (Spring)

11 weeks

Tue 09:15-11:45


Drove Primary School  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4643

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 4 places

26 Apr 2023 (Spring)

11 weeks

Wed 12:30-15:00


The Workshed  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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4642

Availability  This course is nearly full. one place

15 May 2023 (Summer)

6 weeks

Mon 10:00-12:30


Swindon Advice and Support Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

Free. There is no tuition fee charged for this course.

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Our adult community learning service provides more than 100 free courses, enrolling over 750 eligible learners, in 40 locations a year.

We offer opportunities for residents to gain new skills in subjects like health and wellbeing, maths, english and IT, or to help them prepare to return to work.

What should I do next?

You may want to enrol on a course to help you return to work or improve your skills. Perhaps you want to gain some confidence or maybe you just want to be able to help your child with maths and english.

We can offer you impartial advice about getting back into learning. We can also provide information about all learning opportunities across Swindon including the local colleges and other training providers. We can help you find the right next step.

You can also contact the National Careers Service, who offer impartial advice on careers, skills and the labour market in England.

Volunteering opportunities

The Adult Community Learning Team are keen to recruit local residents as volunteers to help our tutors and learners within the classroom and learning groups. To get involved or to find out more, contact us using the details below.

For other volunteering opportunities, visit Volunteer Centre Swindon.