How to access English classes
Our English classes are free. You do not need to book each class.
You need to be a member of The Welcoming to access English classes: Register here.
Once you have registered, we will contact you with information on how to attend classes.
In-person English classes (drop in)
In-person, English classes take place at The Welcoming, St Martin’s Community Resource Centre and The University of Edinburgh.
Please note: The evening English classes at The University of Edinburgh will take place at 50 George Square, Room G.01.
Complete Beginner
- Complete Beginner English Class: Thursdays, 2pm – 4pm (The Welcoming)
Beginner
- Beginner English Class (A1 – A2): Tuesdays, 10am – 12pm (St Martin’s Community Resource Centre)
- Beginner English Class (A1 – A2): Wednesdays, 2pm – 4pm (St Martin’s Community Resource Centre)
- Beginner English Class (A1 – A2): Thursdays, 6pm – 8pm (The University of Edinburgh) 50 George Square, The University of Edinburgh, Room G.01
Pre-Intermediate
- Pre-Intermediate English Class (A2): Tuesdays, 6pm – 8pm (The University of Edinburgh) 50 George Square, The University of Edinburgh, Room G.01
Intermediate
- Intermediate English Class (B1): Tuesdays, 2pm – 4pm (The Welcoming)
- Intermediate English Class (B1): Wednesdays, 10am – 12pm (The Welcoming)
- Intermediate English Class (B1): Wednesdays, 6pm – 8pm (The University of Edinburgh) 50 George Square, The University of Edinburgh, Room G.01
Online English classes (drop in)
- Beginners/Elementary English Class (A1 – A2): Wednesdays, 11am – 12.30pm
- Intermediate English Class (B1): Thursdays, 11am – 12.30pm
- Upper-Intermediate English Class (B2): Tuesdays, 12pm – 1.30pm
Check our Timetable page to view all classes and activities.
Check your level of English
If you would like to check your level of English, we suggest the following free online English tests:
Contact us
If you have a question about our English classes, please contact David:
- David Carpenter – [email protected]
How our English classes are taught
Our classes are taught by our team of friendly and dedicated English language teachers.
All of our teachers are qualified to teach ESOL (English as a Second or Other Language), and many have years of experience teaching English all over the world. All of our teachers are also volunteers, freely giving their time and expertise to help people who are new to Edinburgh.
The Welcoming’s focus is on English for everyday living. We aim to help you develop the skills and confidence to enjoy speaking in English so that you can make the most of the opportunities available to you in Edinburgh and Scotland.
Our classes are available all year round, stopping only for the public holidays at Christmas, Easter weekend and May Day.
Everyone is welcome, though occasionally, we may have to limit class numbers due to the limitations of holding a class on Zoom.
If you are interested in volunteering as an English language teacher, check out our ESOL volunteers page for updates on volunteering opportunities.
