English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses
If English is not your first language, our courses will help you to develop your communication skills for everyday situations. If you already speak English and another language, you may be interested in a career interpreting or supporting people with language problems in your local community.
ESOL
You'll learn how to read, write, and speak clearly in English, but it's more than just English: you will have the opportunity to work with people from many different countries, and share your story and culture. Most of all, you'll make new friends and boost your confidence to live well in your local community.
We offer qualifications at every level from pre-entry (beginner) to Level 2 (advanced), and every ESOL learner will be invited to join one of our informal 'ESOL Allsorts' sessions. ESOL Allsorts is where you can make friends, relax and have fun learning English while doing other activities like crafting, arts, sports, cooking or visiting different areas of County Durham.
ESOL Courses
Please note we can enrol you on a course after the start date has passed.
Learning style | Venue | Day | Time | Start date |
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Classroom Low Entry | Durham Methodist, Old Elvet Durham, DH1 3HL | Monday and Wednesday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 9 September 2024 |
Classroom Low Entry | Alington House, Durham, DH1 3ET | Monday and Wednesday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 9 September 2024 |
Classroom Level 1 and 2 | Alington House, Durham, DH1 3ET | Monday and Wednesday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 9 September 2024 |
Classroom Mixed Levels | Newton Aycliffe Youth and Community Centre, DL5 4HT | Monday and Wednesday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 9 September 2024 |
Online Level 1 and 2 | Online | Monday and Wednesday | 6.00pm to 8.00pm | 9 September 2024 |
Classroom Low Entry | Durham Methodist, Old Elvet Durham, DH1 3HL - Tuesday Durham Methodist, North Road, Durham, DH1 4SG - Thursday | Tuesday and Thursday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 10 September 2024 |
Classroom High Entry | Alington House, Durham, DH1 3ET | Tuesday and Thursday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 10 September 2024 |
Classroom Mixed Levels | Seaham Youth and Community Centre, SR7 8QE | Tuesday and Wednesday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 10 September 2024 |
Classroom High Entry | Alington House, Durham, DH1 3ET | Tuesday and Thursday | 9.30am to 3.30pm | 10 September 2024 |
Classroom Mixed Levels | Spennymoor Youth and Community Centre, DL16 6PP | Tuesday and Thursday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 10 September 2024 |
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Community interpreting
Do you speak English and another language? If you are thinking of becoming an interpreter and either wish to pursue a career in interpreting or provide voluntary help in your local community then contact us for a free initial assessment and further information.
Please note we can enrol you on a course after the start date has passed.
Learning style | Venue | Day | Time | Start date | No. of Weeks |
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Classroom Level 1 | Salvus House, Durham, DH1 5TS | Thursday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 12 September 2024 | 14 |
Classroom Level 2 | Salvus House, Durham, DH1 5TS | Thursday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 9 January 2025 | 24 |
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Volunteering to support English language teaching and learning
Have you completed your studies in ESOL? Do you want to support people from other countries to integrate into your local community?
Our Volunteering to Support English Language qualification is available at Level 1 and has been developed for volunteers who want to support ESOL learning. There are no specific entry requirements, but you must demonstrate competence in your use of English. You will build a portfolio of evidence, including real time supporting in an ESOL classroom.
After this course, you can progress onto the Level 2 award in Volunteering to Support ESOL, or move on to a qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. We can even help you get into teaching ESOL as a career!
Please note we can enrol you on a course after the start date has passed.
Learning style | Venue | Day | Time | Start date | No. of Weeks |
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Classroom Level 1 | Salvus House, Durham, DH1 5TS | Monday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 9 September 2024 | 14 |
Classroom Level 2 | Salvus House, Durham, DH1 5TS | Monday | 9.30am to 3.00pm | 6 January 2025 | 24 |
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Ukrainian for hosts and volunteers
Have you sponsored a Ukrainian refugee? Are you considering becoming a sponsor but are worried about communicating effectively with your guests? You may also be a local volunteer supporting victims of the Ukrainian invasion. If you would like to build your communication skills and learn a little conversational Ukrainian, then our online Ukrainian 4 Hosts and Volunteers evening course is for you.
Please note we can enrol you on a course after the start date has passed.
Enquire about DurhamLearn courses to ask for further information on any of our courses, or alternatively you can Contact Durham Learn.
- Email durhamlearn@durham.gov.uk
- Telephone 03000 266 115