Search services and support for migrants

Alternatively, you can visit the Local Resources in the North West page to download the directory entries spreadsheet.

First Asian Support Trust (FAST)

We offer English groups in recognition that without language a person cannot be equal in our community. Our ESOL provision ensures that those with poor or no language gain the skills they need to communicate on a basic level and become more independent in their daily lives. Our Advice Service helps them to understand the further help available and encourages progression into higher level learning.

English My Way – Pre-entry level for those with little or no English
Talk English – English conversation to help with everyday socialising
ESOL – Entry 1 Level l Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing for those with some very basic English
ESOL – Entry 2 Level 2 Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing for those progressing from Entry 2 and for progression into Further Education ESOL

We also offer a variety of other support, please visit our website for more information. How to apply for ESOL classes: If you live in Manchester or Greater Manchester and want to learn English, Manchester ESOL Advice Service can help you find the right learning opportunity. They can also signpost you to other support if you’re new to the UK. To find out which course is right for you, go to the GM ESOL Advice Service website and fill in a short enquiry form for the borough of Greater Manchester where you live. You will then be contacted about an ESOL assessment in your local area.

Stockport City of Sanctuary

Stockport City of Sanctuary provides support and advocacy for refugees and sanctuary seekers, fostering inclusion, dignity, and community connection. We offer practical assistance, educational workshops, and collaborative events to build understanding and create a welcoming environment for all.

Equal Education Places

EQUAL EDUCATION CHANCES is a charity organisation founded in 2017. We support families raising a disabled child. We promote youth social action. Offer empowerment opportunities to adults and advocate for migrants who are seeking school places, jobs or disability support. We also have conversational ESOL classes, please email for more information.

Caritas Shewsbury

Caritas is responding by providing a safe space with advice, support and friendship at the Well Project. ESOL classes at St. Aidens Centre are on Tuesdays 11am – 13pm and there is a women’s ESOL and craft group every Thursday at 10:30am – 12:30pm. Children are welcome at the women’s group. Please email Lana at: [email protected]

Caritas Salford

Refugee education, housing, funding and support for refugees. Support for those living in Salford experiencing poverty and discrimination. ESOL classes run by qualified tutors with experience:

Pre-entry to Level 2 – term time with opt in TRINITY exams available.
4 – 6hrs a week.
2/3 groups.

Steered To Serve

Steered To Serve is an organisation that render community services to both the young and old in areas of Cultural education, Educational support services, Residential care activities for learning difficulties, mental health and substance abuse. We also support activities for religious organisations.

First Rise Ltd

First Rise is a Community Champion Group formed by like-minded refugees and asylum seekers during the Pandemic Lockdown, empowering others with essential information so that they can be able to navigate around the UK asylum journey.

Nigeria Community Association

Nigeria Community Association promotes identity culture and a stronger community through community projects and events focused on reaching out to people. They aim to end loneliness/depression and change the lives of those affected by it. To support and empower the community, refugees, asylum seekers, and the deprived in the community by educating, training and rendering services for community integration. To support and celebrate the potential in our youth and also empower them.