Adult Learning

English, ESOL and maths

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About these courses

Our English, ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) and maths courses can help you:

  • gain confidence

  • study and get qualifications

  • prepare for further or vocational study

  • help your children with their school work

We offer courses from basic literacy, maths and ESOL for beginners, up to Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE).

Types of courses available

Literacy and English

Learn to be confident reader, writer and communicator. Built the skills you need to progress in life and at work. Our functional skills courses will also help improve your job prospects and develop the skills that employers want.

Numeracy and mathematics

Learn practical maths skills to use at work and everyday life. This includes budgeting, financial management and other everyday number skills.

ESOL – English for speakers of other languages

We offer part-time courses at different levels for people whose first language is not English. You will improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing in English.

All courses include grammar, study skills, employability, and communication skills for life and work in the UK. 

Next steps

For advice or to enrol for English, ESOL and maths, contact our delivery partners directly: 

 

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Last updated: 6 October 2025