Students at an ESOL lesson led by Community Systems
Students in a Community Systems' class
ESOL students in the classroom

Learning to speak English or improving your English skills will support your quality of life and help you feel more connected to life in the UK. Whether you want to be able to communicate more confidently with friends or colleagues or service providers, or enhance your employment prospects, Greenwich Learns provides a range ESOL courses in Royal Greenwich, London, for all experience levels. Our range of courses changes, so please check regularly for new opportunities.

ESOL courses so suit all experience levels

Our tutors will support you step-by-step so you can progress at your own pace and feel ready for the next stage of your learning.

Pre-entry ESOL and ESOL for beginners

Courses that will teach you to communicate in English through everyday topics such as daily routines, community settings and practical life situations.  

ESOL for intermediate students

Courses suitable for you if you already speak and write in English on a daily basis and wish to develop your language and grammar skills.

ESOL for advanced learners

Courses suitable if you are very motivated to become fluent in the English language. You will learn how to use more complex grammar and advanced vocabulary.

Course funding and training locations

Most of our courses are fully funded for Royal Greenwich residents. You can check your eligibility when you book with one of our selected training partners. Most courses are taught in person with some online options available – you can discuss any specific needs you have when you contact a training partner.

Courses for ESOL

Find and book a course

We work with a number of training partners who deliver our courses. Browse the list below and follow the links for the courses that interest you. Each link will take you to the training partner’s website where you can:

  • check your eligibility for full funding – most courses are fully funded if you live in Royal Greenwich, London
  • see available dates, times and locations for each course
  • book a course

Need support? Contact us if you need help accessing information or booking a course.

Community Systems

Our courses, Pre-Entry ESOL, are designed for learners who are new to the English language or want to build a basic language skill. You will learn simple speaking, listening, reading, and writing, so that you can manage practical life situations. Our tutors support you to learn at your own pace.

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GCDA

Our courses include ESOL, and family learning holiday craft sessions for parents, carers and their children aged 4-11 years, with all materials provided. Our ESOL courses help you to learn to speak, listen, write and read in English to a standard where you can communicate for everyday life.

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London South East Colleges

Our life skills programme includes courses for ESOL, wellbeing, and digital skills. Progress your English to an accredited standard with our range of ESOL courses. Improve your health and wellbeing with mindful creative classes or yoga sessions. Develop your IT skills with our digital courses.

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UCRA

Our courses can help you develop lifelong skills. We cover ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), functional skills in English and maths, and physical activity to improve health. Our ESOL courses start from entry level and progress up to Level 2. We support you to achieve your goals.

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