Free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Harrogate. Classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The course builds your spoken English and listening skills for everyday life and work. You'll also develop your understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. It runs over 22 weeks. This is a free english for speakers of other languages course, and a great way to learn English in the UK with structured, supported classes.
Who this course is for
The course will develop your speaking and listening skills in English to help you in everyday life and work.
You will also gain knowledge and understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You will become more confident communicating in
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll develop your spoken English for everyday situations.
You'll practise listening and responding in conversations.
You'll build your understanding of English grammar.
You'll extend your English vocabulary.
You'll improve your pronunciation.
You'll communicate more clearly in work and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Harrogate Civic Centre. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks. You'll be assessed on your ability to hold conversations, follow spoken instructions, and communicate clearly in a range of everyday situations.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking clearly with customers every day.
Care assistant: communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
Retail assistant: helping customers and working as part of a team.
Receptionist: greeting visitors and handling enquiries in English.
Warehouse operative: following spoken instructions and working safely.
Cleaner or catering assistant: roles where spoken English is needed daily.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, recognised by more employers.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification recognised as equivalent to GCSE English, useful for many jobs and further study.
