Free English courses for speakers of other languages (ESOL)

In partnership with Manchester City Council and Manchester Adult Education (MAES), 12 voluntary and community sector organisations across Manchester are offering free beginner English courses for speakers of other languages (ESOL).  These courses  will be taught by volunteer ESOL teachers who are being trained and supported by the MAES Volunteer Programme.

Courses are free and are aimed at people with very basic English language skills.  By attending classes, learners will be able to improve their basic communication skills for everyday life.  The courses are not accredited and do not count towards citizenship, however learners will receive an internal certificate recognising their attendance and achievement at the end of the course

Enrolment will take place during class times from 11 November 2013 but learners will be able to enrol on the classes if there are spaces at any point during the year.  To enrol, learners must bring proof of ID and proof of address.
Teaching starts the week of 18 November 2013.  All classes will take place for 3 hours, once a week and run until July 2014.