Type Of Study
 / ESOL
ESOL
(English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Donegal College offers English classes to speakers of other languages, on a part-time basis. Classes, from elementary to intermediate level, take place in Further Education and Training Centres venues across the county.
ESOL is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. https://eufunds.ie/Â
Take Part in ESOL Classes
Develop your English language skills from basic to intermediate level courses:
Reading and Writing
Learn and Improve your English language reading and writing skills.
Listening and Speaking
Learn to communicate confidently in English. Practise in class, at home, and wherever you go.
Non-verbal Communications
Learn more about how people in your community may interact and communicate using non-verbal signs and signals.
Flexible Timetable
ESOL classes are available in mornings, afternoons, or evenings. We follow the school calendar, so you will have breaks throughout the year.
ESOL Classes
What can our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) service do for you?
Advice & Assessment
We will assess your English language skills to ensure that you can register for a course at the right level. This is important to help you learn and progress.
Expert Tuition
Our tutors have many years of professional experience. They will help you gain confidence and improve your English language skills.
No Fees
All ESOL classes are free. There are no charges for tuition, resources or materials.
Learning Together
Adult students bring so much life experience. Our students learn from each other in a warm and friendly environment.
Using Technology
You may use your own laptop, tablet and phone or avail of a limited number of devices are available to loan.
Meet New People
It’s not just about what you learn, it’s about who you meet and the connections you make. Students really enjoy the social side of learning with Donegal College.
ESOL courses are in high demand, so you should register as soon as possible. Places are limited, so you will need to maintain a good attendance record.
If English is not your first language, ESOL can help you to improve the quality of your social interactions, employment and Further Education and Training opportunities. We are here to help.
South Donegal
- Elaine O’Sullivan
- 086-1696588
- elaineosullivan307@detb.ie
Inishowen
- Roisin Baldrick
- 086-3627122
- roisinbaldrick7199@dletb.ie
Gaeltacht and West Donegal
- Joanne Donaghy
- 086-1696585
- joannedonaghy@dletb.ie
Letterkenny and Milford
- Sarah Webster
- 086-2041130
- sarahwebster@detb.ie
Finn Valley
- Paula Donaghy
- 086-1696607
- pauladonaghy@dletb.ie