Welcome to HubL

English Language Assessments & Advice

HubL is an independent hub which helps asylum seekers, refugees and migrants access the most appropriate English classes for them.


We offer face-to-face English (ESOL) language assessments, which take place regularly at libraries in Norwich and Great Yarmouth.


HubL assessments are free for everyone, regardless of income or immigration status.

How HubL helps you

How HubL helps you

Free ESOL English assessments

HubL assessments are free & open to everyone, regardless of income level or immigration status. They provide an initial indication of your reading, writing, speaking & listening levels of English.

Free ESOL English assessments

HubL assessments are free & open to everyone, regardless of income level or immigration status. They provide an initial indication of your reading, writing, speaking & listening levels of English.

Accessible to all English levels

Whether you already know some English, have or have no understanding at all, our professional assessors welcome and support all different levels of English. We're here to support you in finding the right English class for you.

Accessible to all English levels

Whether you already know some English, have or have no understanding at all, our professional assessors welcome and support all different levels of English. We're here to support you in finding the right English class for you.

Personal advice & support

After completing your assessment, we’ll show you the courses most suited to your level of English and personal circumstances. There are a range of providers available, depending on what you wish to get out of the course – the choice is entirely yours.

Personal advice & support

After completing your assessment, we’ll show you the courses most suited to your level of English and personal circumstances. There are a range of providers available, depending on what you wish to get out of the course – the choice is entirely yours.

Helping you live confidently

Improving your English comprehension can be a vital step towards getting a job, making new friends and integrating within your community. We want to help you thrive, and feel confident to move forward in life.

Helping you live confidently

Improving your English comprehension can be a vital step towards getting a job, making new friends and integrating within your community. We want to help you thrive, and feel confident to move forward in life.

Free ESOL English assessments

HubL assessments are free & open to everyone, regardless of income level or immigration status. They provide an initial indication of your reading, writing, speaking & listening levels of English.

Personal advice & support

After completing your assessment, we’ll show you the courses most suited to your level of English and personal circumstances. There are a range of providers available, depending on what you wish to get out of the course – the choice is entirely yours.

Accessible to all English levels

Whether you already know some English, have or have no understanding at all, our professional assessors welcome and support all different levels of English. We're here to support you in finding the right English class for you.

Helping you live confidently

Improving your English comprehension can be a vital step towards getting a job, making new friends and integrating within your community. We want to help you thrive, and feel confident to move forward in life.

How it works

From taking the first step and booking your assessment, all the way through to finding the right course for you, HubL is here to support you.

1

Book an Assessment

Use our booking page to choose a date and time slot that works for you. If you can’t make it to one of our regular sessions, let us know using the form and we’ll contact you to see if we can make alternative arrangements.

2

Attend your Assessment

Attend your booked assessment time, where we’ll assess your initial level of English. Assessments take around 45 minutes.

3

Receive a certificate of your ESOL level

After you’ve attended your assessment, we’ll email you a certificate of your ESOL English level. This is accepted by English class providers in Norwich and Great Yarmouth.

4

Choose an English class or course

We’ll show you the classes and courses most suited to your level of English. There are a range of both formal ESOL English classes, and informal groups and classes run in Norwich and Great Yarmouth.

About HubL

Everyone in the HubL Team has extensive experience working for major ESOL providers, and in the community, as teachers, assessors and managers.


We believe in the power of learning English to help people integrate more quickly into the local community, improving economic opportunities and overall wellbeing. We’re here to help with every step of your journey.


We’re professional, friendly and welcoming.

Learn more about HubL

© HubL Norwich CIC 2026

© HubL Norwich CIC 2026