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Bury Adult Learning Service provide part-time adult education courses including ESOL, maths, IT, arts & crafts, languages, cookery, plus courses for people with additional learning needs. Their provision is based in the centre of Bury, very close to the bus and Metrolink station. For ESOL they deliver classes from Pre-Entry to Level 1, where learners are given the opportunity to take speaking & listening, writing and reading exams.  They also offer ESOL for Work courses for those learners that might not want to do exams but want to move into employment.  Most lessons are during the day, but they also have evening classes. Bury College also offers additional support through Student Services which may include help with the costs of travelling to college, counselling and mental health support, additional learning support and welfare advice.   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.

The ESOL Skills for Life qualifications are designed to prepare learners for the world of work or citizenship. The primary aim is to assist you in becoming independent of others (such as interpreters or translators; be they professionals, family, or friends) when talking with native English-speakers, both in a work environment and elsewhere. By improving your English, you will also improve your chances of gaining employment and accessing information from service provides such as libraries, children’s centres, and local attractions.

A classroom-based course which will help you develop the use of English speaking, writing ability and build your confidence on a pathway to new opportunities. Our specialist tutors offer tailored support to achieve 7 accredited Awards for 2022! • Award in ESOL Reading • Award in ESOL Writing • Award in ESOL Speaking & Listening • Award in Progression (Money management and employment rights and responsibilities) • Award in British Values, working and living in the UK • Award in Mental Well-being • Award in Employability Skills (CV writing, interviews, applications and job searching) • Face-to-face classroom-based learning, small mixed learning groups • Strong employer links which can open up a wide range of career options • An understanding of British culture and values to help you adjust to life in the UK • Support with IT skills and additional 1-2-1 sessions as required • Enrichment opportunities, including visits to museums and art galleries We pride ourselves on student progression and aiding individuals to access new opportunities through quality ESOL. Course Duration 15 Weeks Daytime Monday to Thursday 10 am to 12 pm Alternatively classes area available twice weekly 6 pm to 8.30 pm Classes are delivered at Spaces Peter House, Oxford Street, Manchester M1 5AN Tram and Bus Fare will be refunded with a valid ticket

We Offer All ESOL levels

We offer ESOL classes from pre-entry to entry 3 level with accreditation by Ascentis. We support learners who are trying to find jobs or access external further education courses. And we provide a family learning class where parents can discover what their children are doing at school and how they can support them. Classes are every morning, five days a week from 9.30-11.45am. Every afternoon, except Friday, from 12.30 – 2.45pm. Classes can run from 11 to 34 weeks depending on the need of the learners.  

Are you looking to improve your English Language Skills? Our ESOL Speaking & Listening qualifications support speakers of other languages to develop their English language skills for work, further learning and everyday life.