Grammar & Core Language Resources
Grammar and core language skills are an important part of learning and teaching English. In this area, you can explore resources that support grammar, vocabulary, sentence building, spelling and everyday language use for ESOL learners at different levels.
These resources can help learners build confidence in reading, writing, speaking and understanding English in real-life situations, both in and outside the classroom.
How to use these resources
You can use the links to resources on this page in various ways, depending on the needs of learners and teachers. Some are designed for classroom activities, while others support independent study or online learning.
These resources can help with:
- explore beginner or advanced grammar topics
- build vocabulary linked to everyday life and work
- practise spelling, punctuation and sentence writing
- use interactive tools for extra learning outside the classroom
- find teaching materials and lesson ideas for ESOL delivery
- support learner progress through structured activities and assessments
Everyday Grammar and Sentence Building
Resources to help learners build confidence with everyday grammar, sentence structure and practical English language skills.
Resource links
Skills Workshop
Adult ESOL, maths and English resources. From beginner and Entry Level to Level 2…
Road to Grammar
Grammar lessons and worksheets. Useful conversation handouts with vocabulary.…
All Things Topics
Free printable PDF lesson plans, word banks, quizzes and games for EFL/ESOL teachers and learners…
BBC Learning English – Real Easy English
Real conversations in easy English to help you learn English. BBC Learning English presenters talk about a new topic each …
Vocabulary and Word-Building Resources
Resources to support vocabulary development, topic-based learning and understanding everyday English words and phrases.
Resource links
Learning Chocolate
Learning with chocolate is a user friendly site – really useful for both teachers and students (self study) – you choose either …
All Things Topics
Free printable PDF lesson plans, word banks, quizzes and games for EFL/ESOL teachers and learners…
BBC Learning English – Real Easy English
Real conversations in easy English to help you learn English. BBC Learning English presenters talk about a new topic each …
Spelling, Punctuation and Writing Support
Resources to help learners improve writing accuracy, sentence construction and written communication skills.
Resource links
Skills Workshop
Adult ESOL, maths and English resources. From beginner and Entry Level to Level 2…
Road to Grammar
Grammar lessons and worksheets. Useful conversation handouts with vocabulary.…
Writefix.com
Improve writing skills with clear examples and strategies, ideal for IELTS students, teachers, and academic English learners. Argument essays, graphs, …
Interactive Grammar and Language Tools
Interactive resources and online learning tools that support grammar practice, vocabulary building and independent learning.
Resource links
Games to Learn English
Games to play online. Aimed at children but some are relevant to adults.…
ESL Video
ESL Video offers free online English listening and grammar activities, free teaching material, the ESL Video quiz maker tool to …
FlashAcademy
This is a paid learning platform, but you can try it for free and it provides some good free resources, …
Learning Chocolate
Learning with chocolate is a user friendly site – really useful for both teachers and students (self study) – you choose either …
Games4esl
Useful free resources for teaching lower levels with ppt games, board games, worksheets, flashcards, a Youtube channel. Adaptable for adults, …
Teaching Grammar in ESOL
Resources and teaching materials to support ESOL tutors, classroom delivery and lesson planning.
Resource links
Skills Workshop
Adult ESOL, maths and English resources. From beginner and Entry Level to Level 2…
Teach English the Yorkshire Way – Video-based Resources
Resources created by MESH to showcase initiatives in Yorkshire & Humber that support migrants. These resources focus on food support services, …
International House Teacher Portal
The Teacher Portal is a free platform for English language teachers worldwide. Provides classroom-ready lesson plans, webinars, one-to-…
Assessment and Language Progression
Resources that support learner progression, structured development and language learning pathways.
Resource links
FlashAcademy
This is a paid learning platform, but you can try it for free and it provides some good free resources, …
Teach English the Yorkshire Way: Progression Pathways
ESOL teachers focusing on learner progression into work and further study can use this participatory resource in the classroom. It …
Writefix.com
Improve writing skills with clear examples and strategies, ideal for IELTS students, teachers, and academic English learners. Argument essays, graphs, …
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