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ESOL Resource Topics

Explore teaching resources organised by topic. Each area brings together materials developed through the MESH project alongside trusted external resources used by ESOL practitioners to support learning and classroom activities.

Select a topic area to explore curated teaching resources. Each topic includes searchable materials from MESH and trusted external sources.

Core Language ESOL Teaching Resources

ESOL resources focused on developing the core English language skills learners need for communication, including grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening.

Beginner and Pre-Entry ESOL Resources

Resources for beginner and pre-Entry learners focused on early language development and confidence building.

23 external resource

Conversation and Speaking Activities

Activities and materials that help learners practice spoken English through conversation, discussion and interactions.

13 external resource

Core Language Skills (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening)

Teaching resources focuses on developing the core language skills needed for everyday communication.

72 external resource

Grammar and Vocabulary

Resources to support teaching and learning of grammar structures and everyday vocabulary.

16 MESH resources 31 external resources

Real-world learning and ESOL teacher resources

ESOL resources that connect English learning with everyday life, helping learners build confidence using English in community, digital and workplace contexts.

Digital Skills for ESOL

Resources that help learners build digital confidence while developing English language skills.

18 external resource

Employability and Work

Teaching resources that support learners preparing for work, job searching and workplace communications.

3 MESH resources 7 external resources

Integration and Citizenship

Materials exploring community, life, public services and participation to support integration and citizenship learning.

14 MESH resources 31 external resources

Learning Outside the Classroom

Resources that encourage learners to use English beyond the classroom in real-world settings and activities.

5 MESH resources 6 external resources

Specialist ESOL resources for teachers

Additional ESOL teaching materials and guidance that support specific learning contexts such as exam preparation, trauma-informed teaching and regional resources.

Exam Preparation

Materials to help learners prepare for ESOL exams, including practice activities and language support.

14 external resource

Trauma-Informed ESOL

Guidance and teaching materials that support trauma-informed approaches in ESOL classrooms.

4 external resource

Yorkshire and Humber Teaching Resources

Resources created by ESOL practitioners across Yorkshire and the Humber, reflecting local experience and practice.

16 MESH resources 4 external resources