Overview
ESOL courses help you learn the English you need to live and work in the UK.
We have three main types of course:
- Intensive courses for learners who need to improve their English to help them find work.
- Our main ESOL programmes open to eligible learners [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/adult-education/eligibility-courses-fees/2] at all levels.
- Our ESOL + programme, which focuses on other skills you might need, but keeps the language as simple as possible so that ESOL learners can access the material
For more details on each of these, please see the other pages in this section.
Adult Education Service
Address: Southfields Old SchoolSouth Street
Coventry
CV1 5EJ
Intensive ESOL courses for work
Are you looking for work but need to improve your English? Then our Coventry Language and Integration Project (CLIP) is for you!
We offer two different intensive ESOL for Work courses, both centrally located near the city centre.
- 6-week course (for Entry 3 or Level 1 learners), Mon-Thu, 9:30 am till 2:30 pm
- 13-week course (for Entry 2 or Entry 3 learners), Mon-Thu, 9:15 am – 11:45 am
Who can join?
- Your English should be Entry 2, Entry 3 or Level 1.
- You should be looking for work.
- You need to meet the WMCA eligibility criteria [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/adult-education/eligibility-courses-fees/2].
What will you get?
English Language Support
- English grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary for jobs
- Better communication skills for working in UK
Employment Support
- Get help with job search, applications, writing UK-style CVs and cover letters
- Build confidence for interviews and workplace communications
- Receive guidance on qualifications and skills, including support in finding work related courses
- Understand UK work experiences and health and safety requirements
Wrap-Around Integration Support
- Guidance on housing, healthcare, higher education, and community resources to support your settlement in the UK
Why should you sign up?
- Over 50% of past clients secured employment
- Fast track your career with expert employment coaching
- Improve your English to boost confidence and communication in employment related settings
How to join
To join you need to attend an ESOL assessment. Please email AESclip@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:AESclip@coventry.gov.uk] to book an appointment.
Don’t forget to bring ID to your appointment.
- If you are a UK National, please bring your birth certificate, driving licence or British passport.
- If you are an EU citizen, please bring your passport/ID card and a share code generated within the last 90 days.
- if you are currently seeking Asylum, please bring your ARC card and Aspen card (if applicable).
- Otherwise, you will need to generate a sharecode for your online eVisa document to prove your residency status.
- (If you have not yet applied for your eVisa, please bring your residence permit (BRP), passport with visa or whatever documentation you have that shows your residency status.)
Adult Education Service
Address: Southfields Old SchoolSouth Street
Coventry
CV1 5EJ
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
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.
Our classes are 2 days a week or 4 days a week. Our 2 day a week classes focus on everyday English and working towards an exam. Our 4 day a week ESOL Foundation courses offer intensive English learning and digital skills, integration or vocational skills such as English for living in the UK, English for Caring for a Child, English for Catering, English for Machine Sewing and English for Job Seekers.
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.
We will also help you with your digital/computer and maths skills and help you to find a volunteering placement if you are interested.
How can you join an ESOL class?
Our courses are funded from government grants and you will need to meet their eligibility criteria [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/adult-education/eligibility-courses-fees/2] 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 [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/adult-education/eligibility-courses-fees].
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 UK National, please bring your birth certificate, driving licence or British passport.
- If you are an EU citizen, please bring your passport/ID card and a share code generated within the last 90 days.
- if you are currently seeking Asylum, please bring your ARC card and Aspen card (if applicable).
- Otherwise, you will need to generate a sharecode for your online eVisa document to prove your residency status.
- (If you have not yet applied for your eVisa, please bring your residence permit (BRP), passport with visa or whatever documentation you have that shows your residency status.)
If you need more information, please email ESOLClasses@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:ESOLClasses@coventry.gov.uk] or call us on 024 7697 5200.
Adult Education Service
Address: Southfields Old SchoolSouth Street
Coventry
CV1 5EJ
ESOL + additional courses for ESOL learners
Are you an ESOL learner wanting to go beyond learning English?
We offer a range of ESOL+ courses to help you with other subjects you might need. Because these courses are designed with ESOL learners in mind, we make sure the language used and the handouts are easy to understand.
Subjects available for lower level ESOL learners
- IT
- Maths
- Family learning sessions
- Cleaning
- Cooking & Food Hygiene
Subjects available for higher level ESOL learners
- IT
- Maths
- Care work
- Caring for a child
- Community interpreting
- Customer service
- Driving
- Preparing to work in a school
- Study skills courses
- ESOL for Volunteering
- Business Administration
- Self Employment
To find out more or join a course contact ESOLClasses@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:ESOLClasses@coventry.gov.uk] or visit your nearest Adult Education Centre.
Adult Education Service
Address: Southfields Old SchoolSouth Street
Coventry
CV1 5EJ