ESOL – Informal English Language Course (Sandwell)

About the Course

The African French Speaking Community Support (AFSCS) delivers an informal English language course for adults living in Sandwell whose first language is not English.

This course is designed to help learners improve everyday English communication skills, build confidence, and support integration into local communities and wider society. Sessions are friendly, relaxed, and supportive, making them ideal for beginners and those with low confidence in speaking English.

Learners will practice speaking, listening, reading, and basic writing through real-life situations, helping them communicate more effectively at home, in the community, and at work.

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Who Is This Course For?

• Adults living in Sandwell
• People whose first language is not English
• Learners who want to:
  • Improve everyday communication
  • Gain confidence speaking English
  • Prepare for further learning or employment
• Those looking for a supportive, informal learning environment

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Course Aims

This course aims to:

• Improve learners’ spoken and listening English
• Support social inclusion and community integration
• Build confidence to access:
  • Mainstream education
  • Training opportunities
  • Employment pathways where English is required

The course also supports progression into accredited ESOL courses or other learning and employability routes.

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