00:00 Welcome
04:13 Introduction Suzannah Redmond
05:16 ESOL
13:21 Barriers to Learning
20:48 NATECLA
21:51 8 ESOL Strategies
50:15 Example Activities
53:11 Q&A


In this webinar on 13 Dec 2023 shares reallife case studies, the experiences of our learners and, above, all, the strategies we have used to build networks within our local community to be able to provide welcoming, accessible, and effective ESOL provision.

ESOL accessibility refers to the availability and ease of access to language programmes and services for nonnative English speakers. Join us as we delve into ways to support and navigate the challenges of limited resources to empower language learners to become active and engaged members of their community.

The benefits of accessible ESOL provision are undisputed: improved communication, increased confidence, enhanced employability, economic empowerment, social integration, access to education and services to name but a few. Regrettably, many potential learners are unable to access suitable language support due to a number of barriers including immigration status, personal circumstances and lack of local provision.

Suzannah Redmond is an experienced ESOL lecturer, teacher trainer, IELTS examiner and Item writer. Graduating with a degree in Hispanic studies form the university of Manchester in 1999, Suzannah was inspired to gain a qualification that would allow her to travel and teach. She completed her Trinity CertTESOL and later her Dip TESOL. Now a cofounder of Train to TEFL, Suzannah delivers the Level 5 Trinity CertTESOL course and runs volunteer training programmes in Manchester, UK. Suzannah has delivered government funded projects such as Talk English and the English for Integration Fund and currently organises ESOL provision for local councils in the North West.