The ESOL Planning Map, first published in September 2021, is based on the English language proficiency dataset from the Census of 2021, specifically the 'little' or 'no English' categories (combined). It aims to support ESOL providers, funders, commissioners and policymakers with ESOL planning and policymaking. The map includes information on local ESOL providers funded via the Mayor’s Adult Skills Fund (ASF) and non-ASF ESOL providers, to encourage partnership working. This information sits alongside information on potential delivery venues and/or referral partners (schools, libraries and community centres). A layer based on data from the Index of Multiple Deprivation (2019) allows organisations to further target their provision or funding where funding is limited. Finally, the map contains information on ESOL engagement through Adult Skills Fund (ASF) funded ESOL provision. You can compare data on English language proficiency between 2011 and 2023 using the GLA's Census Explorer . We add new and updated datasets as they become available. The underlying datasets are also available on this page for your use. Feedback, including how you make use of the map or underlying data and suggestions, are welcome.
