Learning English
English language skills are really important to help you integrate into life in the UK.
The government is keen to support those on the BN(O) route to learn English. Top tier local authorities are able to claim funding of up to £850 per adult to support access to English language classes. In the East of England most local authorities are using this funding for face to face classes.
The East of England Hong Kong Welcome Hub believes that many BN(O) visa holders and their dependants need English language support which goes beyond this. Therefore, to help boost your level of English, we are funding a range of additional provision for people living in our region. This includes online classes, self-study and courses for professional use.
Please be aware that the ESOL provision offered on this website is only for BN(O) visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk). If you do not reside in the East of England, please contact the Hong Kong Welcome Hub in your region to find out more about ESOL in your area.
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Understanding your English level can be difficult. Whereas the use of the CEFR framework (The CEFR Levels (coe.int)) is common in many countries, it is only used by some organisations in the UK. Most government-funded programmes use the ESOL or Skills for Life levels (these are pre-entry or New to ESOL, Entry 1, 2 and 3 then Level 1 and Level 2). This table shows how the CEFR and ESOL levels compare and what can be achieved when a person has English at a specified level.
The table below details the criteria for each level under the CEFR framework
In order to facilitate international comparisons and enable you to understand a range of common ESOL exams on offer, please refer to this website The Cambridge English Scale - information for institutions and in particular the table shown there.
This table: British Education System and Equivalency - Study in the UK with UNI Britannica shows that if you have an ESOL Level 2 qualification or equivalent at B2 or C1 (e.g. Cambridge B2 First, IELTS around 6.0 or higher), you can progress to a range of other courses and can access university (Levels 3-7).
If you want to improve your English there are various things you can do. Some people prefer formal classes and may want to take an exam like IELTS. For other people, improving their spoken English and learning about life in the UK is more important. We understand that people have different needs so the Hong Kong Welcome Hub has arranged the following options for you. You are welcome to choose one or more of these options to suit your wishes and needs.
The government funding only allows for a small number of classes. Generally the following options will provide around 3 hours per week face-to-face in a local class with a teacher. These courses are arranged in conjunction with your top tier local authority, so that you can benefit from the government funding of up to £800 per person for ESOL. When signing up please inform the provider that you are on the BN(O) visa route. They will also wish to check that you live in the local area.
Please choose the provision for your location:
Bedfordshire
- Bedford College English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) – NA048 | Bedford College (bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk) – scroll down to view course options. Also contact Bedford ESOL website for informal and other options
Cambridgeshire
- Cambridge Regional College, Courses - Cambridge Regional College (camre.ac.uk) search for ESOL and EFL
- Cambridgeshire Skills, Course List (cambridgeshireglobal.net) – search for ESOL. These classes are also available in Ely, Huntingdon and various places in Cambridge. Ask for the face-to-face classes. You are not eligible for the WEA classes offered by Cambridgeshire Skills.
- City College Peterborough, email [email protected]
- Peterborough College, Course Search | Peterborough College – search for ESOL
- GLADCA, Peterborough ESOL Courses : Gladca
Essex
- You can attend classes organised by Adult Education Courses & Apprenticeships in Essex | ACL Essex. Please contact [email protected] to enrol for assessment.
Hertfordshire
- Step2Skills County wide provision: Step2Skills offer ESOL classes across Hertfordshire. Step2Skills adult learning (hertfordshire.gov.uk) – search for ESOL.
- Bishops Stortford – If you are in Bishops Stortford, please register your interest with Justin Leung and we will update you on classes.
- Hertford / Ware, WGC, Broxbourne: EM Skills: English and maths - EMSkills Ltd English & maths courses for Adult Learning please email [email protected]
- Stevenage / Hitchin, Royston, Letchworth: Contact Step2Skills: Step2Skills adult learning (hertfordshire.gov.uk) and in particular Looking for an English or Maths qualification and live in Hertfordshire? . Also contact ATN HAFLS (adult-training.org.uk) and ask for the courses funded through Step2Skills
- St Albans / Hatfield / Harpenden: Oaklands College ESOL & EFL | Course Area | Courses | Oaklands College – ask for ESOL courses funded through Step2Skills
- Watford: Watford Women’s Centre ESOL Courses (wwcplus.org.uk). This organisation welcomes men and women to their ESOL classes
- Hemel Hempstead / Berkhamsted - Community Action Dacorum creative-learning.org.uk
-
Also contact ATN Home (adult-training.org.uk) and ask for the courses funded through Step2Skills
Norfolk
- English+: English+ Norwich - Free English Classes in Norwich (englishplus.org.uk) If you are interested in lessons please email [email protected]
Suffolk
- register your interest by contacting Justin Leung
If you are located in an area in the East of England About - East of England Local Government Marketplace (eelga.gov.uk) that is not listed here for ESOL provision, please contact Justin Leung
If you have any problems accessing the provision listed above, please contact Justin Leung
For online lessons you must have a computer/laptop and a quiet working environment.
We are funding a limited number of places on the following online courses, so you can attend free of charge.
Please be aware that these courses are only for BNO visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk). If you do not reside in the East of England, please contact the Hong Kong Welcome Hub in your region to find out about ESOL in your area.
These courses will be for 3 hours per day, 3 days per week from July to the end of October. We know this is a big commitment, but we want to really help you improve your English as quickly as possible.
You can sign up here
Morning Course (FULL):
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
1000-1300
Starting on July 4th Ending end of October
Evening Course:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
1800-2100
Starting on July 5th Ending end of October
We have identified two self-study options for you.
Option 1: Klik2learn
With Klik2learn's award-winning online English courses, you’ll have the ability to gain a certificate in English Learning from City & Guilds within a matter of months.
We have put in place a special offer with Klik2learn for a limited number of BN(O) visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk).
If you qualify, we will cover the costs of a one-month trial for you. After that, if you wish to continue you can pay to access the course for yourself. We have negotiated a reduced price of £5.00 per month. This is an 83% reduction on the standard UK price of £30 per month.
This course is best suited to people who prefer a more informal style (A1-B2).
Option 2: British Council
You can also sign up to the British Council Self-study course for £5.99 per month. We were unable to make arrangements with the British Council to cover a month’s free trial so you will need to sign up for yourself. This self-study course is well-suited to people who prefer formal study. You can sign up here: LearnEnglish Subscription: self-access courses | British Council (A1-C1).
IELTS & Driving Theory Courses:
BN(O) visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk) are able to access the WW4RI project: Well being and Work for Refugee Integration Project - EELGA SMP.
Participation in this project is NOT affected by the ‘no recourse to public funds’ condition on your visa. It does not change your immigration status and is not limited to refugees.
This project gives you access to an employment adviser to assist you into work, some work-related courses and also a therapist to support your mental wellbeing (in most places).
The courses available are listed here: WW4RI ESOL and skills courses - EELGA SMP
In addition to the work courses stated above, we are able to provide free IELTS courses for academic and/or professional purposes through this programme.
If you wish to study OET, please contact Justin Leung
To access all of the benefits of the WW4RI project including IELTS, please register with your local employment adviser:
Bedfordshire: Sharifullah Dorani [email protected]; Helena Maddock [email protected];
Hertfordshire: Justyna Wajer: [email protected];
Cambridgeshire: Thomas Wright [email protected];
Essex: Jan Abraham [email protected] Abdul Karem Atteh [email protected];
Suffolk: Sarah Owens: [email protected];
Norfolk: Jordan Watson: [email protected]
Thanks to the South West Hong Kong Welcome Hub and NATECLA, here is a list of free online ESOL resources:
Websites:
- ESOL UK: https://esoluk.co.uk/index.php
- ESOL courses: https://www.esolcourses.com/sitemap/sitemap.html
- Using English.com: https://www.usingenglish.com/
- We speak NYC: https://wespeaknyc.cityofnewyork.us/
- British Council | Learn English:https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/
- Future Learn: https://www.futurelearn.com/partners/british-council
- Spotlight Radio: https://spotlightenglish.com/
- BBC Learning English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/
- English My Way: https://www.englishmyway.co.uk/
- Breaking News English: http://www.breakingnewsenglish.com/easy-news-english.html
- Cambridge English: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/learning-english/index.htm
- Teaching ESOL Literacy Online: https://emilybrysonelt.com/2020/08/18/teaching-esol-literacy-online/
- Listening lessons with ‘Ello’: https://elllo.org/
Youtube:
- Oxford Online English: https://www.youtube.com/user/oxfordonlineenglish/playlists
- Joel and Lia: https://www.youtube.com/user/joelandlia/playlists
- English Like a Native: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Hg2Ks00kCekyjZG_LxOmg/playlists
- To Fluency: https://www.youtube.com/user/tofluency/playlists
- BBC Leaning English: https://www.youtube.com/user/bbclearningenglish/playlists
- English Snacks: https://www.youtube.com/c/EnglishSnacks/videos
- Cathy Mcintosh: https://www.youtube.com/c/cathymcintosh/videos
- Reading practice/Daily news: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/
Learn English with social media and Apps:
- BBC Learn English on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbclearningenglish.multimedia/
- BBC Learn English on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bbcle
- British Council on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachingEnglish.BritishCouncil/?hc_ref=ARR5kCpBPR2NHaEVtXQIM45-RAOfTRRmb7P55pWd3Z89kQxf4fau130klGrfLeiqnJA&fref=nf
- English Grammar Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglishGrammarClubs/
- BBC Learn English App: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/app
Pronunciation practice:
- BBC Learning English – pronunciation: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/pronunciation
- You Tube pronunciation classes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcZskyb2IXq53zmwaiQhVq7bnSWQ2ytKX
- 45 sounds of English: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcZskyb2IXq53zmwaiQhVq7bnSWQ2ytKX
Citizenship
- ESOL Courses, Life in the UK: https://www.esolcourses.com/content/topicsmenu/life-in-the-uk.html
- Life in the UK – Official App: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/official-life-in-the-uk-test/id632064672
- Applying for UK Citizenship: https://www.esolcourses.com/esol-courses/esol-courses-in-the-uk/esol-courses-with-citizenship-faq.html
- Life in the UK test practice: https://lifeintheuktests.co.uk/life-in-the-uk-test/
Younger children:
Websites:
- FREE Printable Books for Early Reading: https://www.websiteplanet.com/blog/learn-english-free-books/
- British Council, Learn English Kids: https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/
- Twinkl EAL: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/inclusion-teaching-resources/eal-inclusion-teaching-resources
- Games to Learn English: https://www.gamestolearnenglish.com/
- English club – English for babies: https://www.englishclub.com/babies/
YouTube:
- British Council, Learn English Kids: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-qWJlvaPME3MWvrY-yjXeA
- English through Disney Cartoons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3hnyQ86mao
- Fun Kids English: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4P8csyQKa2_0D5-VtITRIg
Teenagers:
Websites:
- British Council | Learn English Teens: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/
- ESOL for Learners :https://esol.britishcouncil.org/
- News in Levels: https://www.newsinlevels.com/
- English File: https://elt.oup.com/student/englishfile/?cc=gb&selLanguage=en
- Headway: https://elt.oup.com/student/headway/beg/?cc=gb&selLanguage=en
- BBC Bitesize: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
- Future Learn | Basic English 1: Elementary: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/basic-english-elementary
YouTube:
- British Council | Learn English Teens: https://www.youtube.com/user/BCLearnEnglishTeens
- Learn English with Papa Teach Me: https://www.youtube.com/c/papateachme
- GoEnglish: https://www.youtube.com/user/WatchandLearnEnglish
I cannot find the times for face to face courses on the provider's website
Please contact the provider for the updated course schedule.
Are the courses free?
We have found lots of different ways to fund courses for BN(O) visa holders in the East of England, so you can learn English free of charge.
Can I register with an employment adviser even if I do not want an IELTS course?
Yes, you are encouraged to register with an employment adviser. To find out what employment advisers can do for you click here to read more.
None of the courses suit me!
Please contact Justin Leung
English language skills are really important to help you integrate into life in the UK.
The government is keen to support those on the BN(O) route to learn English. Top tier local authorities are able to claim funding of up to £850 per adult to support access to English language classes. In the East of England most local authorities are using this funding for face to face classes.
The East of England Hong Kong Welcome Hub believes that many BN(O) visa holders and their dependants need English language support which goes beyond this. Therefore, to help boost your level of English, we are funding a range of additional provision for people living in our region. This includes online classes, self-study and courses for professional use.
Please be aware that the ESOL provision offered on this website is only for BN(O) visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk). If you do not reside in the East of England, please contact the Hong Kong Welcome Hub in your region to find out more about ESOL in your area.
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Understanding your English level can be difficult. Whereas the use of the CEFR framework (The CEFR Levels (coe.int)) is common in many countries, it is only used by some organisations in the UK. Most government-funded programmes use the ESOL or Skills for Life levels (these are pre-entry or New to ESOL, Entry 1, 2 and 3 then Level 1 and Level 2). This table shows how the CEFR and ESOL levels compare and what can be achieved when a person has English at a specified level.
The table below details the criteria for each level under the CEFR framework
In order to facilitate international comparisons and enable you to understand a range of common ESOL exams on offer, please refer to this website The Cambridge English Scale - information for institutions and in particular the table shown there.
This table: British Education System and Equivalency - Study in the UK with UNI Britannica shows that if you have an ESOL Level 2 qualification or equivalent at B2 or C1 (e.g. Cambridge B2 First, IELTS around 6.0 or higher), you can progress to a range of other courses and can access university (Levels 3-7).
If you want to improve your English there are various things you can do. Some people prefer formal classes and may want to take an exam like IELTS. For other people, improving their spoken English and learning about life in the UK is more important. We understand that people have different needs so the Hong Kong Welcome Hub has arranged the following options for you. You are welcome to choose one or more of these options to suit your wishes and needs.
The government funding only allows for a small number of classes. Generally the following options will provide around 3 hours per week face-to-face in a local class with a teacher. These courses are arranged in conjunction with your top tier local authority, so that you can benefit from the government funding of up to £800 per person for ESOL. When signing up please inform the provider that you are on the BN(O) visa route. They will also wish to check that you live in the local area.
Please choose the provision for your location:
Bedfordshire
- Bedford College English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) – NA048 | Bedford College (bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk) – scroll down to view course options. Also contact Bedford ESOL website for informal and other options
Cambridgeshire
- Cambridge Regional College, Courses - Cambridge Regional College (camre.ac.uk) search for ESOL and EFL
- Cambridgeshire Skills, Course List (cambridgeshireglobal.net) – search for ESOL. These classes are also available in Ely, Huntingdon and various places in Cambridge. Ask for the face-to-face classes. You are not eligible for the WEA classes offered by Cambridgeshire Skills.
- City College Peterborough, email [email protected]
- Peterborough College, Course Search | Peterborough College – search for ESOL
- GLADCA, Peterborough ESOL Courses : Gladca
Essex
- You can attend classes organised by Adult Education Courses & Apprenticeships in Essex | ACL Essex. Please contact [email protected] to enrol for assessment.
Hertfordshire
- Step2Skills County wide provision: Step2Skills offer ESOL classes across Hertfordshire. Step2Skills adult learning (hertfordshire.gov.uk) – search for ESOL.
- Bishops Stortford – If you are in Bishops Stortford, please register your interest with Justin Leung and we will update you on classes.
- Hertford / Ware, WGC, Broxbourne: EM Skills: English and maths - EMSkills Ltd English & maths courses for Adult Learning please email [email protected]
- Stevenage / Hitchin, Royston, Letchworth: Contact Step2Skills: Step2Skills adult learning (hertfordshire.gov.uk) and in particular Looking for an English or Maths qualification and live in Hertfordshire? . Also contact ATN HAFLS (adult-training.org.uk) and ask for the courses funded through Step2Skills
- St Albans / Hatfield / Harpenden: Oaklands College ESOL & EFL | Course Area | Courses | Oaklands College – ask for ESOL courses funded through Step2Skills
- Watford: Watford Women’s Centre ESOL Courses (wwcplus.org.uk). This organisation welcomes men and women to their ESOL classes
- Hemel Hempstead / Berkhamsted - Community Action Dacorum creative-learning.org.uk
-
Also contact ATN Home (adult-training.org.uk) and ask for the courses funded through Step2Skills
Norfolk
- English+: English+ Norwich - Free English Classes in Norwich (englishplus.org.uk) If you are interested in lessons please email [email protected]
Suffolk
- register your interest by contacting Justin Leung
If you are located in an area in the East of England About - East of England Local Government Marketplace (eelga.gov.uk) that is not listed here for ESOL provision, please contact Justin Leung
If you have any problems accessing the provision listed above, please contact Justin Leung
For online lessons you must have a computer/laptop and a quiet working environment.
We are funding a limited number of places on the following online courses, so you can attend free of charge.
Please be aware that these courses are only for BNO visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk). If you do not reside in the East of England, please contact the Hong Kong Welcome Hub in your region to find out about ESOL in your area.
These courses will be for 3 hours per day, 3 days per week from July to the end of October. We know this is a big commitment, but we want to really help you improve your English as quickly as possible.
You can sign up here
Morning Course (FULL):
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
1000-1300
Starting on July 4th Ending end of October
Evening Course:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
1800-2100
Starting on July 5th Ending end of October
We have identified two self-study options for you.
Option 1: Klik2learn
With Klik2learn's award-winning online English courses, you’ll have the ability to gain a certificate in English Learning from City & Guilds within a matter of months.
We have put in place a special offer with Klik2learn for a limited number of BN(O) visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk).
If you qualify, we will cover the costs of a one-month trial for you. After that, if you wish to continue you can pay to access the course for yourself. We have negotiated a reduced price of £5.00 per month. This is an 83% reduction on the standard UK price of £30 per month.
This course is best suited to people who prefer a more informal style (A1-B2).
Option 2: British Council
You can also sign up to the British Council Self-study course for £5.99 per month. We were unable to make arrangements with the British Council to cover a month’s free trial so you will need to sign up for yourself. This self-study course is well-suited to people who prefer formal study. You can sign up here: LearnEnglish Subscription: self-access courses | British Council (A1-C1).
IELTS & Driving Theory Courses:
BN(O) visa holders and their dependants living in the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk) are able to access the WW4RI project: Well being and Work for Refugee Integration Project - EELGA SMP.
Participation in this project is NOT affected by the ‘no recourse to public funds’ condition on your visa. It does not change your immigration status and is not limited to refugees.
This project gives you access to an employment adviser to assist you into work, some work-related courses and also a therapist to support your mental wellbeing (in most places).
The courses available are listed here: WW4RI ESOL and skills courses - EELGA SMP
In addition to the work courses stated above, we are able to provide free IELTS courses for academic and/or professional purposes through this programme.
If you wish to study OET, please contact Justin Leung
To access all of the benefits of the WW4RI project including IELTS, please register with your local employment adviser:
Bedfordshire: Sharifullah Dorani [email protected]; Helena Maddock [email protected];
Hertfordshire: Justyna Wajer: [email protected];
Cambridgeshire: Thomas Wright [email protected];
Essex: Jan Abraham [email protected] Abdul Karem Atteh [email protected];
Suffolk: Sarah Owens: [email protected];
Norfolk: Jordan Watson: [email protected]
Thanks to the South West Hong Kong Welcome Hub and NATECLA, here is a list of free online ESOL resources:
Websites:
- ESOL UK: https://esoluk.co.uk/index.php
- ESOL courses: https://www.esolcourses.com/sitemap/sitemap.html
- Using English.com: https://www.usingenglish.com/
- We speak NYC: https://wespeaknyc.cityofnewyork.us/
- British Council | Learn English:https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/
- Future Learn: https://www.futurelearn.com/partners/british-council
- Spotlight Radio: https://spotlightenglish.com/
- BBC Learning English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/
- English My Way: https://www.englishmyway.co.uk/
- Breaking News English: http://www.breakingnewsenglish.com/easy-news-english.html
- Cambridge English: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/learning-english/index.htm
- Teaching ESOL Literacy Online: https://emilybrysonelt.com/2020/08/18/teaching-esol-literacy-online/
- Listening lessons with ‘Ello’: https://elllo.org/
Youtube:
- Oxford Online English: https://www.youtube.com/user/oxfordonlineenglish/playlists
- Joel and Lia: https://www.youtube.com/user/joelandlia/playlists
- English Like a Native: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Hg2Ks00kCekyjZG_LxOmg/playlists
- To Fluency: https://www.youtube.com/user/tofluency/playlists
- BBC Leaning English: https://www.youtube.com/user/bbclearningenglish/playlists
- English Snacks: https://www.youtube.com/c/EnglishSnacks/videos
- Cathy Mcintosh: https://www.youtube.com/c/cathymcintosh/videos
- Reading practice/Daily news: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/
Learn English with social media and Apps:
- BBC Learn English on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbclearningenglish.multimedia/
- BBC Learn English on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bbcle
- British Council on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachingEnglish.BritishCouncil/?hc_ref=ARR5kCpBPR2NHaEVtXQIM45-RAOfTRRmb7P55pWd3Z89kQxf4fau130klGrfLeiqnJA&fref=nf
- English Grammar Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglishGrammarClubs/
- BBC Learn English App: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/app
Pronunciation practice:
- BBC Learning English – pronunciation: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/pronunciation
- You Tube pronunciation classes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcZskyb2IXq53zmwaiQhVq7bnSWQ2ytKX
- 45 sounds of English: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcZskyb2IXq53zmwaiQhVq7bnSWQ2ytKX
Citizenship
- ESOL Courses, Life in the UK: https://www.esolcourses.com/content/topicsmenu/life-in-the-uk.html
- Life in the UK – Official App: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/official-life-in-the-uk-test/id632064672
- Applying for UK Citizenship: https://www.esolcourses.com/esol-courses/esol-courses-in-the-uk/esol-courses-with-citizenship-faq.html
- Life in the UK test practice: https://lifeintheuktests.co.uk/life-in-the-uk-test/
Younger children:
Websites:
- FREE Printable Books for Early Reading: https://www.websiteplanet.com/blog/learn-english-free-books/
- British Council, Learn English Kids: https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/
- Twinkl EAL: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/inclusion-teaching-resources/eal-inclusion-teaching-resources
- Games to Learn English: https://www.gamestolearnenglish.com/
- English club – English for babies: https://www.englishclub.com/babies/
YouTube:
- British Council, Learn English Kids: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-qWJlvaPME3MWvrY-yjXeA
- English through Disney Cartoons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3hnyQ86mao
- Fun Kids English: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4P8csyQKa2_0D5-VtITRIg
Teenagers:
Websites:
- British Council | Learn English Teens: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/
- ESOL for Learners :https://esol.britishcouncil.org/
- News in Levels: https://www.newsinlevels.com/
- English File: https://elt.oup.com/student/englishfile/?cc=gb&selLanguage=en
- Headway: https://elt.oup.com/student/headway/beg/?cc=gb&selLanguage=en
- BBC Bitesize: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
- Future Learn | Basic English 1: Elementary: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/basic-english-elementary
YouTube:
- British Council | Learn English Teens: https://www.youtube.com/user/BCLearnEnglishTeens
- Learn English with Papa Teach Me: https://www.youtube.com/c/papateachme
- GoEnglish: https://www.youtube.com/user/WatchandLearnEnglish
I cannot find the times for face to face courses on the provider's website
Please contact the provider for the updated course schedule.
Are the courses free?
We have found lots of different ways to fund courses for BN(O) visa holders in the East of England, so you can learn English free of charge.
Can I register with an employment adviser even if I do not want an IELTS course?
Yes, you are encouraged to register with an employment adviser. To find out what employment advisers can do for you click here to read more.
None of the courses suit me!
Please contact Justin Leung