ESOL
Our ESOL courses are suitable for students whose first language is not English. Perhaps you are a complete beginner or already have a basic knowledge of the language. If you have moved to the UK from overseas, are seeking asylum, or are classified as a refugee, you may be referred for this course from the local council or other institutions. The course covers several levels of competence in English, from complete beginners up to GCSE-equivalent level.
Trips and visits
As this is a part-time adult course, trips and visits are generally not applicable.
Industry links
The skills and knowledge acquired on this course are applicable to a wide range of career and educational opportunities.
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Adult Learner
Our ESOL course is suitable for adults who are looking to learn English or build up their skills. Covering reading, writing, speaking and listening, this ESOL course will develop your knowledge and help you feel more confident when communicating in English. Whether you are taking the course for personal use or to boost your employability, you will be equipped with the valuable skills you need to achieve your goals.
Meet our students
"My time at the college has been really amazing!"
Oula is thoroughly enjoying studying at the college and is rapidly gaining confidence in her English skills, thanks to the support of her kind and friendly tutors.
Meet our tutors
Louise Gresty
Louise Gresty, Subject Leader for ESOL, has been teaching at the college for over 20 years. She switched from teaching literacy to teaching ESOL 17 years ago and has since taught all levels of ESOL from pre-entry to level 3, across a wide variety of courses and qualifications.
Louise has achieved a BA (Hons) English and Philosophy from the University of Leeds as well as a PGCE from Edge Hill University and an MA TESOL from the University of Manchester.
Louise loves how rewarding her job is, saying: "I love the way that the job allows me to meet so many diverse and interesting people. Learning English really helps them to get on in their lives and it is fantastic to see the increase in their skills and confidence. Teaching ESOL never gets boring and I feel that I make a positive difference."
Kamalika Sen
Kamalika Sen, Lecturer in ESOL, has been teaching ESOL for over 19 years, following an earlier career in teaching English as a Foreign Language. She has worked at a number of colleges across the North west, as well as delivering EFL courses for the University of Essex and Loughborough University.
Kamalika is passionate about creating authentic and accessible learning materials, particularly for complete beginner learners such as asylum seekers and refugees.
"Warrington & Vale Royal College is a very friendly place, where students are the most important people. Everything we do is built around their needs and aspirations."
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1 April 2025
Warrington & Vale Royal College celebrates success as groundbreaking ESOL reading initiative leads to published books with Gatehouse Books
16 May 2024
Meet Oula Allahham, Entry 3 ESOL student with a dream of working for the NHS
6 May 2024
Meet Farah Saeed, an Entry 3 ESOL student with a dream of becoming teacher in the UK
23 April 2024
Meet Tugba, an Entry 3 ESOL student with a dream of becoming a teaching assistant
3 April 2024