Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Harrogate. Evening classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. This english for speakers of other languages course runs over 22 weeks part-time. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills for everyday life and work, and build your knowledge of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 2 is the right starting point for you.
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
This course is for anyone aged 19 or over, whose first language is not English. You will need to provide ID such as a passport, a National Insurance number and we will need to ask you about your residency in the UK.
We will ask you to provide evidence of
What you will learn
You'll speak clearly and confidently in a range of everyday and work situations.
You'll listen and respond accurately to spoken English.
You'll use correct English grammar in conversation.
You'll expand your vocabulary for work and daily life.
You'll improve your pronunciation to be better understood.
You'll understand and follow spoken instructions and discussions.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evenings at Harrogate Civic Centre. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussion, and teacher-led sessions. Assessment is through observed spoken tasks and listening exercises, in line with the City and Guilds Level 2 Award specification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to bring ID such as a passport and your National Insurance number when you enrol.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicate clearly with customers every day.
Care assistant: speak with residents, families, and colleagues confidently.
Retail assistant: handle queries and conversations in English.
Receptionist: greet visitors and take messages accurately.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely.
Teaching assistant: support classroom communication alongside qualified staff.
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): rounds out your English skills alongside speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE equivalent in English, useful when employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Level 2 qualification in your chosen vocational area: once your English is at Level 2, many vocational courses become accessible, from health and social care to business administration.
