ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) courses
Kirklees is a diverse and inclusive district and is committed to strengthening our communities to ensure everyone can progress no matter what their background. This includes empowering those who speak little or no English, by:
- boosting language skills
- building confidence to unleash their potential
- reducing isolation
- ensuring everyone can participate in their community.
Courses and workshops
We offer confidence with English courses in communities across Kirklees. These are not accredited but designed to develop confidence with writing, reading, listening and speaking skills.
ESOL in Kirklees classes are organised and run through Paddock Community Trust, Ravensthorpe Community Centre and Crosland Moor Community Learning Centre.
Other ESOL and confidence with English course providers
Other organisations that offer support
Eligibility
You must be aged 19 or over and have the right to work and live in the UK.
If you don't meet these criteria, you can access further support at This way for English .
Contact us
- Email ESOL@kirklees.gov.uk
- Phone 01484 225016
Funding and delivery
Our skills programmes are funded via the adult education budget and UK Shared Prosperity Fund hyper-local programme from West Yorkshire Combined Authority and delivered through a collaboration of partners across the Kirklees district. They are managed by Kirklees Council and delivered by Aalfy, Crosland Moor Community Learning Centre, Education Planet, Kirklees Success Centre, Proper Job Theatre Co, Ravensthorpe Community Centre and Third Sector Leaders (Consortia).
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
