Below is a list of local English Language/ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) classes.
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ESOL or English language classes in-person
The Arc, Winchester
ESOL English Language Entry 1. This ten-week course is suitable for people who are able to speak some English and want to improve their communication, listening and speaking skills. You will improve your spoken English with a focus on pronunciation, grammar and listening.
Goals include being able to speak about yourself and everyday situations, understand a timetable, book an appointment, ask for information and contribute to cultural exchange. You will be supported by ESOL tutor, Meera Narasimhan.
Days and times: Tuesday 19th September – 12th December (no class 17th October, 24 October, 14th November)
Times: 1pm-3pm
Level: LR1
Location: The Arc, Winchester, Jewry St, Winchester SO23 8SB
Cost: Free
Contact: To sign up complete the form on this link http://forms.office.com/r/nk7Hq3Ha8R
ESOL Conversation course:
This ten-week course English course, led by Carol Dale, is suitable for learners who can conduct a conversation in English at Entry 2 or Entry 3 level. This is a sociable learning environment which will include a chance to practice speaking English over a cup of coffee or tea. We will discuss everyday situations e.g. shopping, travel, making appointments, as well as manners and customs in the UK.
Days of the week: Monday 18th September – 4th December (no class 23rd October)
Time: 11am – 12.30pm
Level: LR1
Location: The Arc, Winchester, Jewry St, Winchester SO23 8SB
Cost: Free
Contact: To sign up complete the form on this link http://forms.office.com/r/nk7Hq3Ha8R
Romsey Community Services
Days of the week:19th September and 26th September 2023 and 3rd, 10th and 17th October 2023
Time: Beginners: 10am – 1.15pm and Intermediates: 2pm – 5.15pm
Level: Beginners and Intermediate (see different times above.
Location: Venue: The Winchester Club, Worthy Lane SO23 7AB
Cost: Free
Contact: call 01264 359223 or email: [email protected]
Peter Symonds College
Online classes
Additional online courses
Free online courses for refugees – OpenLearn – Open University
British Council LearnEnglish self access courses
English Language Schools
Local English Language Schools are providing intensive English Language courses for adults alongside summer schools for children. To find out more about what they can offer and the cost of classes please contact them directly as they may be able to provide courses at discounted rates (or occasionally free) for those seeking asylum or refuge in Winchester and the local area.
Europa School of English – English school in Bournemouth (europa-school.co.uk)
Resources
You can use google translate for free
You can also use the duolingo dictionary for help with translating some words
Here are some free twinkl language resources for using with children. They are available in lots of different languages
You can download Say Hi app at the app store for simultaneous translations.
The Refugee phrasebook, available online for free, has lots of different words/phrases in it in different many languages. They have several different phrasebooks including ones for helping refugees to orientate themselves in a new place, a medical phrasebook, a juridicial (legal) phrasebook, and a phrasebook for helpers. which hosts may find particularly useful.
For new arrivals, the most recent Ukrainian translations of the refugee phrasebook are available here.
Additional resources
Thousands of free eBooks and audiobooks
In order to provide Ukrainians with a range of free reading, listening, learning and entertainment opportunities, multimedia content provider Odilo launched a free app for both Android and iOS in early April. Available across Europe, the app includes 3000 e-books and audiobooks in a variety of genres, including 1,700 Ukrainian titles and 500 in English. There is material for both children and adults. Kraal: ‘We hope that everyone – from social workers to host families – will draw the attention of the refugees to this app. To offer them the support, pleasure or comfort of reading, learning and listening in these difficult and uncertain times.”
Links to the app:
- Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=es.odilo.ukraine
- iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ukraine-unlimited-learning/id1615037168
Interpretation or translation support
If you need support with interpreting or translating you can contact translators for Ukraine here where you can access a live database of volunteer translators and interpreters.
List of volunteer translators and interpreters (updated live)