English language support

english language support group

Darebin Libraries offers several English language support resources including online language learning tools, library resources in several languages, and our regular event Conversation Café.

Online learning tools

There are a range of resources in our digital library that are available in languages other than English:

Library resources

We have a range of fiction, nonfiction, CDs, DVDs, board books, magazines and talking books for children and adults at each of our four branch locations in the following languages:

  • Arabic
  • Italian
  • Chinese
  • Greek
  • Vietnamese
  • Hindi
  • Macedonian
  • Spanish
  • Punjabi

We also have a range of bilingual picture books in a range of languages at each branch, with a Somali children's book collection in Reservoir.

Conversation Café

Conversation Café is an informal get-together where you can practise your English language skills in a friendly, supportive environment. One of our library staff members is there to guide each session.

Conversation Café is held every Wednesday at Reservoir Library and Friday at Preston Library (except on public holidays).

For more information or to book a session visit our events calendar