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Stay safe in very hot weather

Very hot weather is expected for the next few days. A red heat-health alert (the highest level) is in place for London on Wednesday and Thursday.  

Hot weather can be dangerous and can cause serious illness. Stay safe and look out for others who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat. Read advice on GOV.UK

Cool spaces

There are local cool spaces that are free and open to everyone. Visit them to rest, drink water and stay cool. Find a cool space near you

Access Islington hubs 

North and South Access Islington hubs are closed due to the hot weather. The Central Hub is open for urgent, in-person support, until 4pm today (Wednesday 24 June) but avoid travelling unless it is essential. 

You can still access our services online and you can call us on 020 7527 2000 if you need to speak to someone. 

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Learn English in Islington

Learn to speak English

To join an English class, come to one of the free English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) advice sessions. A teacher will check your English speaking, listening, reading and writing and then help you to find a class that fits around you. Morning, afternoon and evening classes are available. If you have a baby, we can help you find a class with childcare.

Working with adults who want to improve their English

If you have a group of eight or more learners who are can't access our regular advice sessions, we can come to you to run an advice session.

Online ESOL activities

Visit Camden's ESOL activities page to continue your learning at home.

More about learning English 

For further information, call the ESOL advice line or email us.

More adult learning courses

We also offer lots of other courses, including in English, maths, digital skills, and vocational and employability skills.

If you are interested in learning more about the other courses available and advice on which course is right for you, come along to our drop-ins every Monday during term-time at 1pm at First Steps, Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent, N5 1PF.

You can also find course on our adult learning website or message us on WhatsApp: 07734 777 466.

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