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ESOL

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

Learn English at Doncaster College. ESOL means English for Speakers of Other Languages. This course is for adults. You can study in the day or in the evening. Our teachers are kind and will help you. Everyone is welcome.

Got a question? Ask us

At the end of the online form, there is a question about how long you have been in the UK. It says you must apply in person if it’s less than 3 years. This is not true anymore.

Please tick “3 years” and finish the form. We will check your status before you start the course.

How you’ll learn

What You Will Learn

You will learn to speak, listen, read and write in English. This will help you find work. It will help you feel more confident in your local area. Your teacher will help you every step of the way.

You will also learn some basic Maths for work and everyday life. You will learn to add, multiply and divide, and to solve simple problems. When your English is better, you can take your next step.

You Will Study

  • Speaking and listening
  • Reading and writing
  • Basic Maths for work and everyday life
Entry and progression

What you need and where it leads

  1. Entry requirements
  2. This course
  3. Further study
  • You do not need any qualifications
  • You need to want to learn English
  • We will meet you for an interview and check your English
  • Your teacher will help you choose the right class and level

It does not matter how much English you have now. We teach all levels. We will find the right class for you.

Not sure you meet these? Talk to us and we will help you find the right starting point.

Further study

Talk to us about where you could study after this course.

Our facilities

A Friendly Place to Learn

You will learn with kind teachers who have helped many students. You will meet people from many countries. You will feel welcome.

  • Day or Evening Classes

    Study at a time that works for you. We have classes in the day and in the evening.

  • Help With Fees

    Many students pay nothing. We will check and tell you before you start. Just ask us.

  • Your Next Step

    Go on to GCSEs, a job course, or work when your English is better.

ESOL (4)
Day and Evening Classes · Everyone Welcome

Fees and funding

Courses are either co-funded or funded. People wanting to apply must have a status check done prior to enrolment, then fees will be discussed. Applicants may be eligible for a fee waiver depending on their status.

Financial support

We also have a range of other financial support available.

Questions about fees?

Your next step

Apply now, come and see us first, or ask us anything.

Come and Learn English With Us

Applications are open. Apply online in minutes.

Want to visit first?

FE Open Event – 12th January 202712th January 4:30pm to 7:00pm

What happens after you apply

1

You apply

Apply online and you’ll get a confirmation email.

2

You meet your tutor

We’ll invite you to an interview to talk through the course and your plans, and make sure it’s right for you.

3

You get an offer

We’ll email you an offer, then invite you to enrol.

Read our full guide to applying