CALAT Croydon Adult Learning and Training

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Overview

Would you like to improve your English? CALAT offers courses in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

These courses are for people who are settled in the UK to gain English language skills and work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

Our qualified teachers will help you with your English for everyday life. You will study in a friendly, safe environment, meet new friends, gain confidence and learn employability skills.

We can help you get the most out of living in the UK. Improving your English can help you continue your studies at college or university, improve your job prospects, or move on to a vocational course.

Free courses and financial support

ESOL classes are free for asylum seekers, learners seeking employment and receiving Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), ESA (WRAG) or other means-tested benefits.

ESOL classes are also free for those living in London who earn below £20,962 per year. If you live outside London, classes are free if you earn less than £17,004 per year.

We also offer a substantial discount on our fees for those with household income less than £27,000.

In some cases, we are also able to help with childcare costs.

Courses

We offer classes at these levels:

  • Pre-entry (beginners)
  • Entry 1, Entry 2 and Entry 3
  • Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills
  • Entry 3, Level 1 and Level 2

How to enrol

All learners must have an online assessment before joining so we can make sure you take the right level.

Please have your passport or ID Card, proof of benefit (if applicable) or payslips and National Insurance Number ready to show online.

To enrol, please fill out this form.

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CALAT Croydon Adult Learning Training
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Funded by

Croydon Council
ILM
Matrix Standard
Mayor Of London
Education & Skills Funding Agency
Education & Skills Funding Agency