ESB responds to the Oracy Education Commission’s Report: Boosting learners’ Oracy and Employability skills through our Communication-Rich Experiences

In response to the Oracy Education Commission’s recent report, “We Need to Talk,” English Speaking Board (International) Ltd. (ESB) has a strong focus on the role of oracy education in enhancing employability and essential workplace skills. The Commission’s report, titled “We Need to Talk”, underscored the critical role oracy plays in preparing young people for…

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A Sad Goodbye to Avril

It was with great sadness that we learnt that passionate ESB supporter, our dear colleague and friend, Avril Newman, has passed away.  Avril embraced all aspects of ESB as a teacher, as a headteacher, as an ESB Trustee – twice! and as the face of our 70/70 anniversary campaign when she took on the role…

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ESB launches its ‘Oracy for All’ Campaign to help empower learners with significant learning needs to achieve with its ambitious and inclusive Oracy qualifications

English Speaking Board (International) Ltd. (ESB) is proud to announce the launch of its new campaign, "Oracy for All," designed to empower learners with significant learning needs to achieve with its ambitious and inclusive Oracy qualifications. 

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Dr Kush Kanodia Oracy SEND Social Mobility

Notice to Centres: change to ESOL Skills for Life Entry 3 Writing Assessment

Following a review of our qualifications and feedback from our centres, we are increasing the time allowed for ESB Entry Level Award ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 3) from 60 minutes to 70 minutes. This is to ensure that learners can plan, write and review their responses in the time provided, and takes effect…

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ESOL Skills for Life Important Announcements