This Way for English (TW4E) is a programme that aims to engage with refugees, asylum seekers and migrants to assess English language ESOL needs as well as identify more holistic needs. The programme will refer or signpost participants to appropriate ESOL provision and refer participants to other relevant organisations or programs to facilitate their integration into the local community. We have two This Way for English Outreach Workers – Saira Hamid and Anita McCarthy.
Who is it for?
Refugees, asylum seekers and migrants living in Kirklees who have an English as a Second Language (ESOL) need.
What do we do?
- assess English language development needs
- identify other social and personal support needs
- refer/signpost to appropriate support
- highlight gaps and barriers and seek funding to address these
Outreach sessions are delivered at community venues – schools, faith groups, health centres. Weekly assessments are carried out at the following locations:
