Courses

English

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If English is your first language or if you already have an ESOL qualification at Level 1 or above, we have English classes for anyone who needs to start with the very first steps in reading and writing and for those who want to read, write and communicate better. You can work towards qualifications including Functional Skills English from Entry Level up to Level 2 and for English GCSE.

at CITY LEARNING QUARTER

Apply for an English Course at Entry, Level 1 or Level 2 Here

If you want to improve your English and Communication skills (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening), apply now! Please check our website for updated information or attend our Open Days. If your first language is not English, please apply for one of our ESOL courses.

course code: 25Y900

Availability: This course is available. Please make an enquiry below, and someone will contact you.
Times and Dates: We have English courses on various days of the week and in the evenings. Once your skills have been assessed to find out the appropriate level of course we will discussion you options for attending with you.
where: CITY LEARNING QUARTER Google map
fees: free

English Entry Level 3

The course will help you develop reading, writing and communication skills, as well as the essential personal skills and confidence to engage in social and working life.

course code: 25Y014

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 25 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 16 weeks
Times: Wednesday Friday 09:30-12:00
where: CITY LEARNING QUARTER Google map
fees: free

English Level 1

The course will help you develop reading, writing and communication skills, as well as the essential personal skills and confidence to engage in social and working life.

course code: 25Y111

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 24 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 16 weeks
Times: Tuesday Thursday 09:30-12:00
where: CITY LEARNING QUARTER Google map
fees: free

course code: 25Y113

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 25 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 17 weeks
Times: Wed x17 Fri x15 13:00-15:30
where: CITY LEARNING QUARTER Google map
fees: free

Preparation for Entry 3 English

For those students who have completed E3 Stepping Stones Reading and those moving from ESOL L1 but are not yet ready to progress to Entry 3 FS.

course code: 25Y013

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 21 Apr 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 8 weeks
Times: Tuesday Thursday 13:00-15:30
where: CITY LEARNING QUARTER Google map
fees: free

Preparation for Level 1 English

For those students who have completed L1 Stepping Stones Reading and those moving from ESOL L1 but are not yet ready to progress to Level 1.

course code: 25Y110

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 20 Apr 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 9 weeks
Times: Monday Friday 13:00-15:30
where: CITY LEARNING QUARTER Google map
fees: free

Preparation for Level 2 English

This course is intended to prepare and aid progression to Functional Skills Level 2 in September 2026

course code: 25Y210

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start: 22 Apr 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 8 weeks
Times: Wednesday Thursday 13:00-15:30
where: CITY LEARNING QUARTER Google map
fees: free