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Date Published: 20/07/2026
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Why choose an ESOL course?
Learning English can help you:
- Feel more confident in daily life
- Speak with teachers, doctors and local services more easily
- Improve your reading and writing skills
- Prepare for work or further study
- Gain a recognised ESOL qualification
- Meet new people in your community
Our friendly and experienced tutors will support you every step of the way.
Courses for every level
We offer courses from basic English through to higher levels. Before you start, you will complete an initial assessment so we can help you find the right course.
Welcome to English
This course is for learners with little or no English.
You will learn:
- Everyday vocabulary
- Basic grammar
- Simple conversations
- Language for daily situations
Beginners
This course is for learners with some basic English.
You will learn:
- Common vocabulary and grammar
- How to read short texts
- How to write simple sentences
- How to complete forms
- More confidence when speaking English
Elementary
This course is for learners who can already introduce themselves and talk about their daily life.
You will learn:
- How to read longer texts
- How to write short letters and emails
- Past and future tenses
- Social communication skills
Pre-Intermediate
This course helps learners build confidence in using English in different situations.
You will develop your ability to:
- Speak more confidently
- Read and understand a range of texts
- Write more effectively
- Communicate about past, present and future events
Intermediate
This course is for learners who already have a good understanding of English.
You will:
- Build more advanced language skills
- Improve spoken and written communication
- Express yourself more clearly and confidently
Upper Intermediate
This course is for learners who want to refine their English and become more fluent.
You will focus on:
- Advanced grammar
- Expanding your vocabulary
- Developing fluent conversation skills
- Improving accuracy and confidence
ESOL for 16-18 Year Olds
We also offer ESOL courses for 16-18 year olds. If you are aged 16-18 and looking to improve your English skills, our dedicated KAE Future Pathways ESOL courses can help you build confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing while preparing for your next steps in education, training or employment. As part of our KAE Future Pathways programme, you'll learn in a supportive environment with experienced tutors and also develop valuable study, life and employability skills. The programme includes ESOL qualifications, Functional Skills Maths, careers guidance, team-building activities and opportunities to progress to further education, apprenticeships or work.
Find out more about ESOL for 16-18 Year Olds
Study online or in person
You can choose to study:
- Online from home
- In person at one of our adult education centres across Kent
This flexibility helps you learn in a way that works best for you.
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Free courses available
ESOL courses are free for eligible learners.
To join a course, you must:
- have lawful permission to live in the UK
- be resident in the UK when your course starts
Depending on your circumstances, you may be asked to provide evidence of your residency status before enrolling.
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What to expect
To help you succeed, our ESOL courses include:
- An initial assessment
- Regular attendance
- Independent study outside of class
- Support from experienced tutors
The more you practise, the more progress you will make.
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