Language courses for pregnant women with English needs, to help them engage with their midwife and be more in control of their pregnancy and labour
Course
Tue 17 Apr 2018
12.45 - 2.45PM
Barkerend Children's Centre, Barkerend Road, Bradford, BD3 8QX
Expectant parents
The date above is the course start date – this course takes place every Tuesday for five weeks: 17 April – 15 May 2018
ESOL+ for pregnancy aims to help pregnant women develop their English language skills. It engages about 90 women each year through carefully-developed five-week courses. Delivered by an experienced ESOL tutor at Shipley College working alongside a midwife, the courses help women talk to their midwife and other health professionals and take control of their pregnancy and labour. They aim to help pregnant women understand the importance of a healthy pregnancy to their baby’s development and wellbeing.
Research indicates that nearly a third (29%) of women who have babies in the Better Start Bradford area cannot speak or read English[1]. This may have a knock-on effect on their ability to engage with midwifery and other important health services.
Who’s it for? Pregnant women living in the Better Start Bradford area who might otherwise need an interpreter for antenatal appointments or delivery of their baby. Check if you’re in our area here.
Who delivers it? An experienced ESOL tutor from Shipley College alongside a midwife
The courses will cover: having a healthy pregnancy, check-ups with the midwife, signs of labour, birth plans, and hospital visits.
Women will learn about communicating with their midwife, including:
TO BOOK: To sign up or refer someone, contact Shipley College on 01274 327327 or [email protected]. Or fill in our quick project enquiry form.