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ESOL Level 1,2 & 3

East Coast College

Suffolk Road, Southtown, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0ED

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Entry Level
Preparation for Life and Work

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 02 September 2026
East Coast College - Lowestoft Campus
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Available start dates

Monday, 29 September 2025
East Coast College - Great Yarmouth Campus

Course Details

English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) is available at all levels from beginners to advanced. You can study at either of our college campuses or in the community venue located in the centre of Great Yarmouth. This course can be studied during the day or in the evening, we are happy to discuss options with you to best suit your needs.

You can study speaking and listening, reading and writing as separate skills or in combination with each other.

You can also gain qualifications in maths and digital skills which you can study alongside your ESOL course. Plus you will have options to complete additional certificates in:

Living and working in the UK

Employability skills

How will it be delivered and assessed?

At the start of the course, you will complete an initial assessment in English, maths and ICT to ensure you are placed on the programme that best matches your current skills and experience. During the course, you will work towards recognised City & Guilds ESOL qualifications in Speaking and Listening, and Reading and Writing, alongside Functional Skills qualifications in Maths and ICT.

Entry requirements

You do not need any formal qualifications to apply for this course. Your place on the course is subject to funding and your residency status.

As part of the application process, you will be invited to attend an informal interview with one of our course tutors. This gives you the opportunity to discuss your interests, career goals, and ensure the course is the right fit for you.


Your next steps...

You can progress into the wider college in a range of different subjects.

Additional information


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