English language support
There are different classes and support groups locally for people who want to improve or practice their English language skills.
English language courses
Looking to undertake a course or program to improve on your English language skills? Contact one of the local community centres listed below. These courses are delivered across Hobsons Bay – in Laverton, Williamstown, Altona North and Altona Meadows.
Courses may be government funded or subsidised. Laverton Community Education Centre and Williamstown Community Education Centre are Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) offering accredited courses such as Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) and the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP), and Conversational English and Life Skills groups, plus many other courses to support people settling into Hobsons Bay and Australia.
For more information visit their websites or call on the details below:
Williamstown Community Education Centre, contact Lynne on 9397 6168
Laverton Community Education Centre contact 9369 2726
Conversational English
Looking to build your confidence speaking English? Join a free conversation class in a welcoming and supportive environment. These small group sessions are a great opportunity to practise English, meet new people and connect with your community.
If English is your new language, come along to this weekly conversation group and improve your speaking skills. Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided.
Where: Altona Library
When: Mondays, 1pm to 3pm (excluding school and public holidays)
Contact: Jill MacKenzie, 0439 994 705, vintage@esc.net.au
Interested in volunteering as a conversation tutor? Please contact Jill for more information.
West Welcome Wagon is a volunteer run not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing material aid and support to asylum seekers in Melbourne’s West. West Welcome Wagon may be able to source and match a volunteer for in home English tutoring for people seeking asylum. Where: Melbourne’s western suburbs and as per arrangement with West Welcome Wagon When: as per arrangement with West Welcome Wagon Contact: referrals@westwelcomewagon.org.au, or to volunteer, contact volunteer@westwelcomewagon.org.au.