Welcome to Vineyard English School
Free, conversational, English language classes for people living in Croydon
LEARNING. We host free conversational English language classes on Monday and Thursday mornings 10.30-12 during school term times at the Active Communities Hub, Upper Floor, Centrale Shopping Centre, CR0 1TY. New students are always welcome.
VOLUNTEERING. Our fantastic volunteer team are at the heart of all we do at VES. Volunteering is a fantastic opportunity to step into community, use your skills and serve others. We have many different kinds of volunteering positions including teaching, administration, logistics, kids workers and more.
WORKING. Vineyard English School employs great people who are seeking to make significant change to provide better futures for some of the most vulnerable in society. We employ leaders who have the skills and expertise to equip others and develop VES.
FUNDING. Vineyard English School is primarily funded by Croydon Vineyard Church as a gift to the Borough of Croydon. We’ve also received significant expansion funding from different organisations and individuals including Croydon Council, Just Sow, The National Communities Fund, and The Whitgift Foundation. We are actively pursuing further funding to enhance our service.
SUPPORTING. Want a fun and easy way to support our work at Vineyard English School? Check out our shop! We’ve got some lovely VES merch and opportunities to directly fund resources for asylum seekers.
BELIEVING. Vineyard English School is a ministry of Croydon Vineyard Church. We are a vibrant community that loves Jesus and is seeking to serve the Borough of Croydon.
PARTNERING. We are delighted to partner with many different organisations to help make a difference in the Borough of Croydon. We have partnered with Croydon Council, Croydon Voluntary Action, Migrant Help, Croydon Refugee Day Centre, and a host of others. We convene the “Welcoming Well” conference annually. If you are interested in partnering with VES we would love to hear from you.