English Language Resource Directory - Mass
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Office for Refugees and Immigrants English Language Resource Directory
Transcript of English Language Resource Directory - Mass
Office for Refugees and Immigrants
English Language Resource
Directory
Table of Contents
A Message from the Executive Director ................................ 1
Notes about this directory… .................................................... 2
Boston Resources ....................................................................... 3
Lowell Resources… ................................................................ 43
Lynn Resources ........................................................................ 49
Springfield Resources.............................................................. 55
Westfield Resources… ............................................................ 60
West Springfield Resources ..................................................... 62
Worcester Resources ............................................................... 65
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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
Office for Refugees and Immigrants 600 Washington Street, 4th Floor
Boston, Massachusetts 02111
CHARLES D. BAKER Tel: (617) 727-7888 Governor Fax: (617) 727-1822
TTY: (617) 727-8147
KARYN E. POLITO
Lieutenant Governor
MARYLOU SUDDERS MARY TRUONG
Secretary Executive Director
October 3, 2019
Dear Community Partners, Service Recipients and Friends:
We are very pleased to present to you our second edition of: The English Language Resource Directory. In my travels
throughout the Commonwealth I have met with residents, community based organizations, and our partners who
have expressed a need for greater access to ESL classes for refugees and immigrants statewide. This project arose
from MORI’s desire to meet the unique needs of Massachusetts refugee and immigrant populations that our office
serves. As a former refugee, I have experienced firsthand the importance of accessible English classes as a key
component to a successful New American experience. My hope is that this English Language Resource Directory will
serve as a tool to further achieve this goal.
I want to take this opportunity to thank each of the organizations that provide these very important services. I would
also like to thank the ORI volunteers who have worked to create this directory: Courtney Griffin, Tom Fenu,
Andrea Vidal, Tenzin Tseyang, Katherine Auspitz, and Junhyung Yoon as well as ORI staff for their hard work on
this project. Please share this Directory with your networks, visit us online at www.mass.gov/ORI to learn more
about our programs and services.
We welcome your feedback, and your continued partnership. Thank you.
Sincerely yours,
Mary Truong Executive Director
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Notes About This Directory
Featured Cities: This directory was created with the ORI’s constituents in mind. As we have outlined in our annual report, many of the refugees and immigrants that use our services, are resettled into seven main cities in Massachusetts: Boston, Lynn, Lowell, Worcester, Springfield, West Springfield, and Westfield. In an effort to create a resource that is useful to this population, this directory has been organized according to those seven cities. With the goal of accessibility of ESL/ESOL classes in mind, we chose to include resources in towns and cities that were within a reasonable distance (approximately 10 miles) from the main city listed. We chose to reduce overlap by assigning a town to only one main city rather than listing any town multiple times. Each of the main cities has its own cover page within this directory that provides a list of the towns that were included in our search.
Finding a Resource: While all of the resources outlined in this directory are organized by city, we encourage those who are searching for an ESL class to consider resources that are listed in other city sections. This is most helpful for those who live in Boston, Lynn and Lowell and might want to consider resources in all three cities, as well as those
who live in Springfield, West Springfield, and Westfield.
Are you an ESOL Provider? We have done our best to create a detailed and thorough list of ESL resources central to these seven cities. If you or your organization is a provider of ESL/ESOL services, and there is no entry in this directory for your program, please do not hesitate to contact our office so that we may add your program to this directory. [email protected]
Updating the Directory: We hope to keep the information in this directory accurate and up to date, so that it remains a useful tool for our clients. If you are a provider listed in this directory and any information is inaccurate, or changes in the future, please reach out to our office so that we can update the information.
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Boston
Arlington
Avon
Belmont
Braintree
Brockton
Brookline
Cambridge
Canton
Chelsea
Dedham
Dover
Everett
Holbrook
Lexington
Malden
Medford
Melrose
Milton
Needham
Newton
Norwood
Quincy
Randolph
Revere
Somerville
Stoneham
Waltham
Watertown
Wellesley
Weston
Westwood
Weymouth
Winchester
Winthrop
Woburn
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ABCD Mattapan
535 River Street, Mattapan, MA 02126
Classes Available: 3 levels of ESL
available
(617)298-2045
When Are Classes Offered?
Income not more than 125% of Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Boston residents only.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call for information about registering and being put on waiting list.
Eligibility
ABCD Parker Hill/ Fenway
714 Parker Street, Roxbury, MA 02120
Classes Available: Level 1, 2 & 3
ESL (617)-445-6000
When Are Classes Offered?
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
This program serves 125%
FPL income level
households. Boston residents
only.
How to Register: Students must call to sign up to be placed on a waitlist, and will be called for next
steps.
Morning
Currently there is
a waitlist
Afternoon
Night
Morning
Level 1: 9-12, T/Th
Level 2: 9-12, M/W
Afternoon
Level 3: 2-5, M/W
Night
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02131
Haitian Women of Boston (AFAB)
330 Fuller St
Dorchester, MA
(617)- 287-0096
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning
Parents: M/W or
T/Th 9:30-12:30
Afternoon
Night
Career: M/W or
T/Th
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
How to Register: Students can register by visiting the office.
Classes Available: Haitian/Creole
literacy
ESL Level 1
ESL Level 2
ESL Level 3
Cost
$20
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
19 Corinth Street
Roslindale, MA
(617)327-1152
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning
Parents: M/W or
T/Th 9:30-12:30
Afternoon
Night
Career: M/W or
T/Th
Cost:
FREE
Classes Available:
ESOL For Parents
ESOL Career-ready
Eligibility
Applicants must be Boston
residents AND be the
caregiver of a child enrolled
in preschool, elementary
BPS, or Head Start.
How to Register: Students can call for appointment and evaluation. Students must apply and be
evaluated to be placed on a waiting list.
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Morning
Levels 1-7: 8:00-10:00
Levels 8-10: 11:00-1:00
pm
Afternoon
Night
Asian American Civic Association
87 Tyler Street Boston, MA 02111
(617)-426-9492 Ext. 223
Classes Available: 12 week ESL classes
o Levels 1-5
15 week ESL classes
o Levels 6-10
ESOL for skilled
immigrants (bachelor’s
degree or higher)
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
Levels 1-5:$375 plus one time membership
fee: $30
Levels 6-10: Free
How to Register: Students can register for a “testing session” to get placed into a class by visiting the
office, or calling. Email: [email protected]
Arlington Community Education
Arlington High School
869 Massachusetts Ave,
Arlington, MA 02476
Classes Available: 2 Levels of ESL
(781)316-3568
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost
$99
How to Register: Students may register through the Arlington Community Education Website.
https://register.asapconnected.com/courses.aspx?coursegroupid=18958
Morning
Afternoon
Night
Thursday
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Blue Hills Adult Education
28 Draper Lane, Canton, MA 02021
(781)-298-3111
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: ESL classes combined with:
o Computer training o Educational/career
advising
o Field trips o Community activities,
class speakers
o Student support.
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
How to Register: To register a student can call the center to set up an appointment. At the appointment
the student will fill out a form and take a placement test.
Stafford House
38 Chauncy Street
8th Floor
Boston, MA 02111
(617)388-6243
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Several levels of English
classes offered
Both Part and Full time
programs available
Eligibility
Vary by visa status.
Cost
Prices vary by program
and course length.
How to Register: Students must complete an online application.
http://www.bostonacademyofenglish.com/courses/part-time-english/how-to-apply.htm
Morning
M-F 9:30-12:30
Afternoon
Night
Morning
Times/Days vary by course
Afternoon
See above
Night
T/Th 6:15-8:15
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Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center
38 Ash Street,
Boston, MA 02111 Classes Available:
ESOL Level 1
(617)-635-5129
When Are Classes Offered?
ESOL Level 2
ESOL Level 3
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Clients can register by visiting the office which is open M-F 9:30-7 and Sat 9:30-3.
Boston Center for Adult Education
122 Arlington St. Boston, MA 02116
(617)-267-4430
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: ESL Level 1
ESL Level 2
ESL Level 3
Vocabulary Development
Classes
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
$595—tuition vouchers
available
Morning
M-F: Times vary
Afternoon
Night
M-F: Times Vary
How to Register: To select and register for classes, students can visit the website.
http://www.bcae.org/index.cfm?method=ClassListing.ClassListingDisplay&int_category_id=6
& int_sub_category_id=16&int_catalog_id=#
Morning
M-F: 10:00-12:00
Afternoon
Night
M-F: 6:00-8:30
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Boston Community ESOL Center
Joseph M Tierney Learning
Center
125 Mercer Street Boston, MA 02127
Classes Available: 3 Levels of ESL offered
with difficulty ranging
from beginner-
intermediate
(617)-863-2505
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students can call or e-mail the center to enroll.
Boston Missionary Baptist Church
336 Dudley Street Boston, MA 02119
Classes Available: ESL beginner-
intermediate
(617)-756-4413
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students may call the center to register
Morning
Afternoon
Night
M/T: 6:15-8:15
Morning
T/Th: 9-12
Afternoon
Night
Th: 6:00-8:00
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Boston Public Library
700 Boylston St
Boston, MA
(617)-859-2446
Classes Available:
ESL conversation
groups
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call to register for ESL classes. No registration required for conversation circles.
Email: [email protected]
Boston Public Library—East Boston
365 Bremen Street East Boston, MA 02128
Classes Available: Conversation circles
Beginner ESL
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost
FREE
How to Register: No registration required
Morning
F: 10:00-12:00
Afternoon
M: 1:00-3:00
T: 2:00-4:00
Night
Morning
Afternoon
W: 2:00-4:00
Night
M: 6:30-7:45
(617)-569-0271
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Classes Available:
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility Morning W: 10:30-12
Afternoon
Night
Morning
Afternoon
Night
Cost
How to Register:
Boston Public Library—West Roxbury
65 Warren St. Roxbury, MA 02119
Classes Available: ESL conversation
groups.
(617)-325-3147
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost:
FREE
How to Register: No registration required
BPS Department of Adult Education
Madison Park Complex
Building 1
55 Malcom X Boulevard,
Roxbury, MA 02120
Classes Available: ESL classes
617-635-9300
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Priority is given to parents/caregivers of
students attending Boston Public
Schools and then to Boston residents.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Interested adults must attend an information and registration session. These sessions are
offered twice per month during the morning and evening hours. In order to learn more
about the sessions, please contact the main office.
Morning
Afternoon
Night
M: 6:15-7:45
Morning 3 days/week: 9:00- 1:00
Afternoon
Night T/Th: 6:30-9:30
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Brazilian Women’s Group
697 Cambridge St,
Suite 106, Brighton, MA 02135
(617)-202-5775
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Beginner ESL
classes for students
with low English
proficiency
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
Suggested
donation of $25
How to Register: Walk in students welcome. Students may call the center for more information.
Cost
$130 for Center
Member; $300
for non-members
Morning
Afternoon
Night T: 6:00
Brazilian Worker Center
14 Harvard Avenue,
Second Floor,
Entrance on the Left side of the
building Allston, MA 02134
(617)-783-8001 ext 101
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Beginner ESL
Low Intermediate ESL
*This program combines ESOL
instruction with social justice issues
such as tenant rights, worker’s
rights, history of racial justice,
immigration issues, the labor
movement, indigenous struggles,
and colonialism.*
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
How to Register: Students may call or visit the center and must fill out an intake form and take a small
reading and writing assessment to register.
Morning
Afternoon
Night T/Th
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Classes Available:
Eligibility
Brockton Community Schools
211 Crescent Street, Brockton, MA 02302
Classes Available: English
(508)-580-7475 HISET (High
School Equivalency Test)
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call for registration information. Once students are assessed they are placed on a
waiting list.
Morning There is currently a
waiting list
Afternoon anywhere from 6
Night months to 1 year
Brookline Adult and Community Education
Many classes take place at:
Brookline High School
115 Greenough St,
Brookline, MA 02445
(617)-730-2700
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: ESL Beginner-Advanced
Communication Skills
American Culture and
Conversation
Reading and Writing Skills
Vocabulary practice
Conversation groups
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost:
Prices vary by course
How to Register: Students can take an online placement test and register online
http://www.campusce.net/brookline/course/course.aspx?catId=67
Morning Times vary by course Afternoon
Night
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Cambridge Center for Adult Education
42 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA 02138
(617)547-6789
Classes Available: Several levels of ESL
offered
Immersion and intensive
options available
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
Prices vary by class
How to Register: Students can take an online placement test and register online: https://ccae.org/esl
Brookline Library
361 Washington St. Brookline, MA 02445
Classes Available: Conversation groups
One-on-one tutoring (617)730-2370
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call the library for more information.
Morning Times vary by
season/locations
Afternoon
Night
Morning Class times vary by
level
Afternoon
Night
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Catholic Charities—Brockton
169 Court St Brockton, MA 02302
(508)-587-0815 ext. 254 or 294
Classes Available: ESL Level 1
ESL Level 2
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
Free
How to Register: There is currently a waitlist for new students. Applicants may call the center to find
out the most recent class/ registration dates and get their name on the wait list.
Cambridge Community Learning Center
5 Western Ave Cambridge MA, 02139
Classes Available: 7 levels of ESOL
(617)-349-6363 ESOL for Healthcare ESOL family literacy
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning Class times vary Afternoon
Night
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
Cambridge residents only
How to Register: Call for information about registration.
https://www.cambridgema.gov/DHSP/programsforadults/communitylearningcenter
Morning M/W or T/Th: 9:00-
12:00
Afternoon
Night M/W or T/Th: 6:00-
9:00
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Chelsea Community Schools
Williams Building
180 Walnut Street,
Chelsea, MA 02150
(617)466-4070
Classes Available: ESOL beginner-advanced
English for Spanish
speakers
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
$40
How to Register: To register: students may visit the office in person (Mon-Fri: 4-8:30, and Sat: 9-
4:30), or they may register online https://register.communitypass.net/Chelsea
Committee on Refugees from El Salvador (CORES)
343 Medford St. # 3B
Somerville, MA 02145
Classes Available: ESL—any skill level
accepted
Citizenship Classes
(617) 623-5322
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
$50
How to Register: Call the center to register.
Morning
Afternoon
Night M-Th: 6:00-8:00
Night There are several times
available for each level
Weekend
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East Boston Harbor Side Community School
312 Border Street East
Boston, MA 02128 Classes Available:
Pre-ESOL for Spanish
Speakers
(617)635-5115
When Are Classes Offered?
ESOL Level 1
ESOL Level 2
ESOL Level 3
High School Equivalency
in English
Citizenship
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Registration on site (Rear set of Doors) Monday-Thursday from 4-6pm. Or on-line at
www.ehhcs.org. Registration is first-come, first-served.
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
250 Sumner Street
East Boston, MA 02128 Classes Available:
Pay for success
(617) 569-5800
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Be able to work in the US.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: There is information session every Tuesdays at 12:30 pm, and last Tuesdays of the
month at 10 am, 12:30 pm, and 6 pm. There is no waiting list.
Morning
Afternoon
Night
M-Th: 6:00-8:30
Morning
M-F: 9:00-12:00
Afternoon
Night
M/W/Th: 6:00-9:00
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Educational Development Group (EDG)
434 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118
Classes Available: 3 Levels of ESL offered
(617)-357-5717
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost: Beginner: FREE
All other levels $150/12 weeks
How to Register: Students should visit the office to register. They must participate in an intake process
and take a placement test to determine their language level. New classes begin in
September 2019.
Morning
Days vary by class
Afternoon
9:00-2:30
Night
Morning --
Time/location varies Afternoon --
Night --
Classes Available: Beginner English
Tutoring
Conversation groups
Career readiness
English at Large –Several Locations
Main Office: 800 West Cummings Park
Suite 5550 Woburn, MA 01801
(781) 395-2375
Eligibility
No particular restrictions
Cost FREE
When Are Classes Offered?
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Visit the website: http://www.englishatlarge.org/beginner-english-classes.html Click: "Interested in Beginner English Class" and complete the online form. BE SURE TO
INCLUDE YOUR TOWN.
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Grace Chapel
2 Militia Drive,
Lexington, MA 02421
(781)862-8351 ext. 2219
Classes Available: Students are grouped by
skill level
Thursday evening – US
History
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
T/W: $50/semester
Th: $5/ semester
How to Register: Grace Chapel holds registration sessions in the week prior to classes starting. Visit
their website for the most up to date registration schedule. www.grace.org/esol
HEDUP—Various Locations
Location of ESL tutoring is dependent
on the arrangement between the
tutor and the student.
(980)224-3387
Classes Available: Conversational English
programs in a 1 on 1
setting. Students are
matched with a "language
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students can register by calling.
Morning
W: 10:00-11:00
Afternoon
Night
T/Th: 7:00-8:30
Morning --- Times vary depending
on student availability Afternoon ---
Night ---
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International Institute of New England
2 Boylston St Floor 3
Boston, MA 02116
Classes Available: High Beginner
Low Intermediate
High Intermediate
Advanced 617-695-9990 ext. 2070
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Classes are open to all, regardless
of immigration status.
How to Register: Information session every Wednesday at 1pm.
Irish International Immigrant Center
1 State St Suite 800
Boston, MA 02109
(617)542-7654
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: 18 Week Beginner and
Intermediate ESOL
Classes.
Conversation classes are
offered during the spring
and summer.
Art and ESOL – field trips
to historic locations and
museums
Cost
Costs vary from $75-$100.
Waivers are available
How to Register: To register, applicants must visit the center to fill out an intake form.
Morning
T-Th: 9:00-1:00
Afternoon
Night
T-Th: 6:00-9:00
Morning
3x per week
Afternoon
3x per week
Night
Cost
Depends on level of course
and time of class.
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
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Jamaica Plain Community Centers Adult Learning Program
144 McBride Street
Jamaica Plain,
MA 02130
Classes Available: Several levels of
ESL
(617)635-5201
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No Particular restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: To register and arrange for a placement test, applicants can call or e-mail
JVS—Hyde Park Community Center
1179 River St, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Classes Available: Part time ESOL classes
Basic
Level 1,2,3 (617)699-9116
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students may call to register and to take the placement test.
Morning
M/T/W: 9:30-12:30
Afternoon
Night
T/W/Th: 6:00-9:00
Morning
M-F: 10:30-1:30
Afternoon
M/W/Th: 2:00-5:00
Night
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JVS
75 Federal Street, 3rd Floor,
Boston, MA 02110
(617)213-8610
Classes Available: English for
Advancement (EFA):
Level 1,2,3
Evening ESOL class
When Are Classes Offered Eligibility EFA: should be born outside the US and
have work authorization
ESOL: no particular requirements
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students can attend an information session that take place on Fridays at 10:00 or
they can fill out the online form: https://careermoves.wufoo.com/forms/learn-more-
english-for-advancement/
Morning
T-Th: 8:30-12:30
Afternoon
Night
T, Th: 4-7
Morning M-F: 9-12
Afternoon
Night T, Th: 5:30-8:30
JVS—East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
250 Summer Street, East Boston, MA 02128
(611)568-6444
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: English for
Advancement:
combines English
classes with job
coaching
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
Have work authorization in the
U.S.
How to Register: Students can attend an information session that take place on Tuesdays at 12:30 pm.
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La Comunidad
471 Broadway Everett MA 02149
Classes Available: ESL Level 1
(617)387-9996
When Are Classes Offered?
ESL Level 2
ESL Level 3
Possibly ESL Level 4 if there
are enough students interested
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
$160/9 weeks. Scholarships may be
available based on need.
**majority of the clientele
served speak Spanish or
Portuguese**
How to Register: Students can visit the center to complete an intake process that includes a placement
exam.
Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts—Quincy
40 Washington Street Quincy, MA 02169
Classes Available: Talk time
English class
(617)376-1314
When Are Classes Offered? Monday-Friday
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
Free
How to Register: Call the office for more information.
Morning S: 9:00-1:00
Afternoon
Night M/W or T/H: 6:00-
8:00
Morning
Time dependent on
student/tutor availability Afternoon
Night
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Malden Public Library
3 Salem St, Malden, MA 02148
(781)324-0218
Classes Available: ESL conversation
groups
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Visit the library.
Morril Memorial Library
33 Walpole St, Norwood, MA 02062
781-769-4599
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Individual or small group
instruction to improve
reading, writing, and
conversational English
Skills
1:1 tutoring
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call the program for additional information and to register.
Morning
Afternoon
W: 1:00-2:30
Night
Morning --- Contact the library Afternoon ---
Night ---
Morse Institute Library
14 E. Central Street Natick, MA 01760
Classes Available: One on One tutoring
Conversation Groups
Citizenship Class 508-647-6520
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: No registration is required for the conversation groups. There is currently a waitlist for the
one on one tutoring and students may call the library to get placed on this waitlist.
My Language Solutions
402 A Highland Avenue
Suit I
Somerville, MA 02144
Classes Available: Reading/writing
Speaking/listening
Vocabulary
Pronunciation (617)500-3215
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
$110-140/4 week
course
How to Register: Students must take a placement exam to register. To schedule the exam, students may
call or email [email protected].
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Morning
T, F, S: 10:30-12:00
Afternoon
S: 11:30-1:00
Night
W, Th: 6:30-8:00
Morning --- Dates/times depend on
the class
Afternoon --- Classes run for 4
weeks
Night --- New classes start
every month
Newton Free Library
330 Homer Street, Newton, MA 02459
Classes Available: Several ESL classes
(617)796-1360 Conversation groups
Drop-in conversation
groups
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Visit the library to fill out the student application, or fill it out online
http://www.newtonfreelibrary.net/ell
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Morning ---
Class times change
seasonally. See online
schedule
Afternoon ---
Night ---
Morning ---
Class times change
seasonally. Check
website for schedule
and topics.
Afternoon ---
Night ---
457 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460
(617)559-6999
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Several levels of ESL
including
conversation ,
writing, and grammar
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
$126-227
How to Register: Students may go online to see class times/ details. Schedule changes seasonally.
Newton Community Education
Notre Dame Education Center
200 Old Colony Ave
Boston, MA 02127 Classes Available:
ESL Intermediate
ESL Advanced
(617)268-1912
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call the center to learn about registration and placement testing dates. Students who cannot
be placed in a class immediately will go on a waiting list. The typical wait is six months to
one year.
Parent University
86 White Street, East Boston, MA 02128
(617)635-9747
Classes Available: ESOL Level 1
ESOL Level 2
ESOL Level 3
When Are Classes Offered?
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
Classes open to Boston
residents with a child in the
Boston Public School System.
How to Register: To register parents should call and go to website:
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Morning
M-T:8:30-11:00
Afternoon
M/T/Th/F:11:30-2:00
Night
M/W or T/Th: 5:30-
8:00
Morning
Afternoon
Night
T/Th 5:30-8:30
Project Hope Boston
550 Dudley Street Roxbury, MA 02119
Classes Available: ESOL Classes
(617)442-1880 Ext. 253
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
For women only
Cost FREE
How to Register: Complete the form located at: http://prohope.org/aes-form/ to sign up for an info session.
Project Literacy
123 Main Street Watertown, MA 02472
Classes Available: ESOL Classes
One on one and small group
tutoring
Conversation Circles
Evening school program
(617)924-8797
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Watertown residents preferred.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students must call or email [email protected] to make an appointment to
register. During this appointment students will be asked to complete a short placement test.
After registration students will be placed on a waitlist.
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Morning
Level 3: 9-11
Afternoon
ESOL Level 2: 12-2
Night
Morning -- Daytime depends on
volunteers
Afternoon --
Night
T, Th: 6:30-9:00
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Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Quincy Asian Resources
1509 Hancock Street, Suite 209,
Quincy, MA 02169
Classes Available:
(617)-472-2200
ESL Level 0
ESL Level 1
ESL Level 2
ESL Level 3
ESL Level 4
When Are Classes Offered?
Randolph Community Partnership
70 Memorial Parkway Randolph, MA 02368
Classes Available: ESL Beginner Level
(781)-961-8888
ESL Intermediate
Level
ESL Advanced Level
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirement.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call-in or go to center to schedule a placement exam.
Morning
Times vary on classes
Afternoon
Times vary on classes
Night
6-8 pm
Morning
Afternoon
Night
T, Th 06:30-09:30
How to register:
Visit the office or call-in to make an appointment for a placement test.
Cost
- Summer: $100 for 8 weeks, 2
times/week
- Fall: $40 for books; $110
- Citizenship prep and help with
naturalization application: Free
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Somerville Public Library
79 Highland Avenue Somerville, MA 02143-
1797
Classes Available: ESOL conversation
groups.
(617)-623-5000
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No Particular requirement.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call the library for more information.
Morning
Times vary on classes
Afternoon
Times vary on classes
Night
Times vary on classes
Morning
Afternoon
Night
M, T, Th. Times vary on days
(617)-625-6600 ext. 6900
When Are Classes Offered?
How to Register: Currently there is a waitlist. To sign up for a spot on the waitlist call SCALE, or visit
the main office. Bring the following information: First and Last Name, Address,
Phone Number, Date of Birth, Country of Origin, Home Language. There is a
waitlist.
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
No particular requirement.
SCALE
Bottom level of the Tufts Administration Building
167 Holland St.,
Somerville MA
Classes Available: English Beginner Level
English Intermediate
Level
English Advanced
Level
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Somerville Public Schools Program
8 Bonair Street, Somerville, MA 02143
(617)-629-5200 ext. 6969
Classes Available: ESL Beginner Level
ESL Intermediate Level
ESL Advanced Level
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Contact school to register to schedule a date for placement test.
Morning
Times vary on days
Afternoon
Night
Mon-Sat. Times vary on days
Morning
ESL1 – M/W 10:30-
12:30
ESL2 – T/TH
10:30-12:30
Afternoon
Night
South Boston en ccio n
8 Rev. Burke Street Apartment # 151 South Boston, MA
02127
(617)-268-2549
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: ESL Level 1 – more
geared towards Spanish
native speakers.
ESL Level 2 – open to
everyone.
Conversation circles
Cost
$25/cycle
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
How to Register: The center has classes during three cycles during the year. To register students can
call the office and find out when the next registration session is.
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St. James Episcopal Church
1170 Broadway,
Somerville, MA 02144
(617)-774-0318
Classes Available: Free practice
sessions
(conversation,
reading, writing)
taught by volunteers.
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call-in and check availability, time, and location. Website:
http://www.stjamessomerville.org
Target International Student Center
1105 Commonwealth Ave, Suite 202 Boston, MA 02215
(617)-779-0367
Classes Available: ESL Beginner’s level
ESL Intermediate level
ESL Advanced level
Possibility of full-time and part- time classes.
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirement.
Cost:
Prices range from $350-$5,800;
$150 nonrefundable application fee
How to Register: Students can apply online.
Morning
Afternoon
Night
Every Monday: 6-8
Morning
Afternoon
Night
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Teaching House of Boston
1 South Market Street,
South Market Building Entrance 1,
3rd Floor, Suite 4136,
Boston MA 02109
(617)-932-5026
Classes Available: ESL Pre-Intermediate Level.
ESL Upper-Intermediate Level.
.
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirement.
Cost
$40 refundable deposit. (This is
returned to students with good
attendance)
$20 material fee. Non-refundable
How to Register: To register take the online placement test
http://enrolment.oxfordhousecollege.co.uk/thgrammartest/ or visit the school in person.
Morning
Afternoon
M-Th 2:00-4:00
Night
M-Th 6:00-8:00
Morning
M-T:9:00-4:00
F:9:00-2:00
Afternoon
See above
Night
When Are Classes Offered?
How to Register: Applicants must apply in person at the ILC. Applicants
will be interviewed individually to assess appropriate
class placement. Programs are first-come, first- serve.
Registration occurs: Monday-Thursday: 9-4; Friday: 9-2
**Translators are welcome to accompany registering students**
The Immigrant Learning Center
Classes Available: ESOL Level 1-5
Family Literacy
Conversation class
442 Main Street,
Malden, MA 02148
(781)-322-9777
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
Must be 16+
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The Literacy Connection
637 Cambridge Street, Brighton MA
Classes Available:
(617)-746-2100
2 14-week citizenship
classes given
twice/year; Wednesday
5:30-7 pm When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirement.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: To register students MUST call the center.
The Literacy Project, Cambridge Public Library
When Are Classes Offered?
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
No particular requirement.
Central Square
Branch, 45 Pearl St.,
Cambridge MA
(617)-349-4013
Classes Available: ESL Beginner 1 Level
ESL Beginner 2 Level
ESL Intermediate Level
ESL Advanced Level
How to Register: No Registration Required. Visit their website/calendar of events for a current listing of
ongoing classes/ schedules.
Morning
To be determined
between client and
tutor.
Afternoon
To be determined
between client and
tutor.
Night
To be determined
between client and
tutor.
Morning M-F: 11:00-1:00
Afternoon T, Th: 1-3, 3-5
Night Time varies on class
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How to Register: New students begin classes in September and January and must take a placement test to
register. Placement tests are administered in August and January. Students can call the
office or visit in person to register.
Thomas Crane Public Library
40 Washington Street
Quincy, MA 02169-9164
(617)-376-3295
Classes Available: Conversation Circles for High-
Beginners/Intermediate level
speakers.
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirement, besides
being a high-beginner/intermediate
level speaker.
Cost FREE
How to Register: To register, ask for a Talk Time postcard at the library or call.
530 Mystic Ave, #111
Somerville, MA 02145
(617)-623-6633
When Are Classes Offered? Classes follow a Monday/Wednesday or
Tuesday/Thursday schedule for a toal of 5
hours of instruction per week.
Classes Available:
ESL Levels 1-4
Eligibility
Must be 18+
Cost
$50 for registration.
Scholarships available for
Somerville residents.
Morning
9:30-12:30
Afternoon
Night
6:00-8:30
Morning
Weekday + Saturday
Afternoon
Night
Weekday
The Welcome Project
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Vietnamese American Civic Association (VACA)
42 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02122
Classes Available: ESL Level 1-3
(617)288-7344
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Majority of the population
served is Vietnamese, but the
classes are open to people of
all races/ethnicities.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students may register by visiting the office and completing a placement test and
intake.
Waltham Alliance for Teaching, Community Organization, and Housing (WATCH)
24 Crescent Street, Suite 201,
Waltham, MA 02453 Classes Available:
ESL Beginner Level
ESL Intermediate
Level
ESL Advanced
(781)-891-6689 ext. 202
When Are Classes Offered?
Monday, Wednesday
Cost
Prices range from $30-$60.
Scholarships are available.
Eligibility
There is currently a waiting
list. WATCH is working to
expand their class offerings.
Call or e- mail to get on the
waiting list.
How to Register: WATCH is working to expand their class offerings. Call or e-mail
[email protected] to get on the waiting list.
Morning
Time varies on class
Afternoon
Time varies on class
Night
Time varies on class
Morning
10:00-12:00
Afternoon
Night
06:00-08:00
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Women Encouraging Empowerment
50 Walnut Ave., Revere, MA 02151
Classes Available: ESL Level 1
(781)-284-4251 Beginner
Child care provided
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
All
Cost
$40/10 week
course
How to Register: Contact the center to register.
YMCA International Learning Center
100 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110
(617)927-8244
Classes Available: Variety of English
Language classes
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Must be living in United States
(not required to be LPR)
Cost:
Prices range from
$250-$500.
How to Register: Information Sessions: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:30 am or Tuesday and
Thursday at 5:45pm. Students MUST attend an info session to register.
Email: www.ymcaboston.org
Morning
Level 1: T/Th 9-12 Level 2: M/W 9-12
Afternoon
Night
Morning
Time varies on class
Afternoon
Times varies on
class
Night
Time varies on class
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Lowell
Acton
Andover
Ayer
Bedford
Billerica
Burlington
Carlisle
Chelmsford
Concord
Dracut
Dunstable
Groton
Lawrence
Littleton
Methuen
North Reading
Pepperell
Shirley
Tewksbury
Tyngsborough
Westford
Wilmington
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Abisi Adult Education Center
408 Merrimack St. Lowell, MA 01854 Classes Available:
Beginner ESOL
(978)-937-8989
Intermediate ESOL
Advanced ESOL
When Are Classes Offered?
Resident of Greater
Lowell.
Be above 18
English must not be
your first language.
Cost:
FREE
How to Register: There is a placement test to see if the person is able to get into the high-school program
directly. Beginning of school year registration is by appointment only.
Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association
465 School Street
Lowell, MA 01851
(978)-454-6200
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: ESOL classes through
the Abisi Education
Center.
o Four different
classes
Eligibility
No restrictions
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association, and there will be a placement test
done through the Abisi Education Center in Lowell.
Morning M-F: 9:00-10:30;
11:00-12:30
Afternoon
Night T/TH: 6:00–9:00 M/W: 6:00–9:00
Morning Two classes:
T/W/Th:9:00-11:30
Afternoon
Night
T/W 6:00-8:45
Th/F 6:00-8:45
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Conversation Circles
25 Boston Rd. Chelmsford, MA 01824-3088
(978)-256-5521
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Conversation circles
for beginners.
Conversation circles
for advanced.
Eligibility
No restrictions
Cost
FREE
How to Register: No particular registration policy.
Morning T: 9:30 for
beginners
Afternoon T:1:00 for advanced
Night
International Institute of Lowell
15-17 Warren St.,
2nd Floor
Lowell, MA 01852
(978)-459-9031
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: English for
employment
(Reading and literacy,
computer literacy, job
skills).
Eligibility
Open to all immigrants
and refugees.
Attendance required.
How to Register: Registration must be done through a referral by a Case Manager, charity,
Employment Services, followed by an intake assessment. Walk-in is also possible.
Morning M, T, Th: 09:00-12:00
Afternoon
Night
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Classes Available:
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
Morning
Afternoon
Night
Cost
JVS/ Lawrence Community Works and Lawrence Working
168 Newbury St.,
Lawrence, MA 01841
(978)722-8730
Classes Available: English for Advancement
Program: combination of
English classes and job
coaching.
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Must possess an Employment
Authorization Document (EAD).
How to Register: Call the center to register for one of the informational sessions that are generally held
Thursdays at 11:00AM or 02:00PM.
Lawrence Family Development Charter School
404 Haverhill St., Lawrence, MA 01841
Classes Available: ESL level 1
(978)689-9863
When Are Classes Offered? Offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Eligibility
ESL level 2
ESL level 3
You must be 18+, have a
government ID and be able to
come to all the classes.
Cost
$75 /
semester
How to Register: To register, you must call the phone number, and you will be put on a waitlist, you
will then pass a placement test.
Morning M-F: 9-12
Afternoon
Night M-Th: 4-7
Cost
FREE
Morning 9:30-11:30
Afternoon 11:30-1:30, 4:00-6:00
Night 6:00-8:00
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Merrimack Valley Immigrant and Education Center
439 S. Union St. Building 2, Basement
Lawrence, MA 01843
(978) 683-7316
When Are Classes Offered?
M/W & T/Th
Classes Available: ESOL levels 1&2
Also offers English
classes for
Citizenship
Preparation.
Eligibility
English classes for
Work are limited to and free for
Lawrence residents.
Cost
$100 /12 weeks.
How to Register: In order to register, you must call the number and take the placement test.
Middlesex Community College
33 Kearney Square
Cowan Center,
Lowell, MA 01852
(978)-656-3267
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: ESOL: Beginners
level - two sublevels:
Survival and
Introductory.
ESOL: Upper level
Eligibility
Beginners and upper level: no
particular restriction.
Cost:
Beginners: Free
Upper Levels: $200 per semester
How to Register: Call and make appointment to take a placement test.
Morning 9:00-11:30
Afternoon
Night 6:00-8:30
Morning Times vary
Afternoon
Night Times vary
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Notre Dame Education Centre
354 Merrimack St., Ste 210,
Lawrence, MA 01843
(978)-682-6441
Classes Available: ESL classes: levels
1-4
Citizenship
preparation course
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
Fees vary from class to class. Prices range from $0-75.
How to Register: Registration is not year-round, call in and see when registration takes place.
(Generally in August and early September).
Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts at Pollard Memorial
Library
401 Merrimack Street Lowell, MA 01852
Classes Available: ESOL
(978)-674-1541 Adult Basic Literacy
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning Friday 10:30-12:00
Afternoon N/A Fixed w/ tutor
Night Monday 6:30-8:00
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
A potential student must be
over the age of 16.
Not enrolled in school
Willing to commit to
regular tutoring
How to Register: Call to register and be put on waiting list for individual tutorial. May participate in
conversation groups while on wait list. There are no age or enrollment restrictions
for conversation groups.
Morning Times vary on classes
Afternoon Times vary on classes
Night Times vary on classes
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Lynn
Beverly
Danvers
Essex
Gloucester
Hamilton
Ipswich
Lynnfield
Manchester
Marblehead
Middleton
Nahant
Peabody
Reading
Salem
Saugus
Swampscott
Topsfield
Wakefield
Wenham
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Catholic Charities—Lynn
37 North Federal St.
Lynn, MA 01905
(781)-593-2312
Classes Available: 4 levels of ESL
classes ranging from
no English through
College Prep
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students should call for registration and placement.
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Beverly Bootstraps
35 Park St. Beverly, MA 01915
(978)-927-1561
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Daytime mixed level
classes focused on
everyday American
activities and
experiences.
Evening classes that
are divided by skill
level
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
Priority is given to Beverly
and Manchester residents.
How to Register: Students may register by calling the office and speaking with the Adult Education
Supervisor.
Morning M-Th 10:00-11:30
Afternoon
Night M/W 6:00-8:00
Morning
Afternoon
Night M/W 6:30-8:00
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Catholic Charities—Salem
280 Washington St.
Salem, MA 01970
(978)-740-6923
Classes Available: Several levels of ESL
from pre-beginner through advanced
ESL tutoring
Conversation Classes When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students should call for registration and placement.
FREE
Cost
Jewish Vocational Services--Lynn
20 Wheeler St Lynn, MA 01902
(339)-883-2335
Classes Available: English for
Advancement: combines
English classes with job
coaching When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
How to Register: Students can fill out the online form to request more information and register:
https://careermoves.wufoo.com/forms/learn-more-english-for-advancement/
Morning
Various Times
Afternoon
Night
Various Times
Morning M-F: 9:30-12:30
Afternoon T, Th: 2-5
Night
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North Shore Community Action Programs
119 Rear Foster Street
Building 13
Peabody, MA 01960
(978)-548-5755 ext. 201
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning M-F: 9:00-12:30
Afternoon Vary by class
Night
Cost
FREE
Classes Available: Basic ESL
Intermediate ESL
Advanced ESL
ESOL Career Pathways
Eligibility
No particular requirements
How to Register: The center offers monthly registration/placement testing on the last Wednesday of
the month. Students may walk in/ visit the center from 9:30-3 to take the test and
register. There is a waitlist.
North Shore Community College
300 Broad St.
Lynn, MA 01901
For Credit Classes:
(978)-762-4000
Non-Credit Classes:
(978)-236-1200
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes Available: Variety of ESL
classes/levels available
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
For Credit: $202/credit
Non-Credit: $219/12
week course
How to Register: First time credit and non-credit ESOL students must take a placement test. Students may
use this link to schedule a test: http://www.northshore.edu. Search under “English.”
Morning
Times vary
Afternoon
Night
Times vary
53 Pathways
20 Wheeler Street Suite 203
Lynn, MA 01902
Classes Available: ESL Level 1
(781)-599-8543
ESL Level 2
ESL Level 3
ESL Level 4
Conversation circles
HISET (High School
Equivalency) and GED
in English and en
espanol
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements;
Conversation groups available for
persons on waiting list.
Cost:
FREE
How to Register: Call for information. Pathways offers conversation classes for those who are
waiting.
Peabody Institute Library
82 Main Street,
Peabody, MA 01960
(978)-531-0100 ext. 25
Classes Available: Three levels of English
conversation circles
o
o
When Are Classes Offered?
Meetings are informal
Topics will include:
family, working,
traveling, shopping,
visiting the doctor,
etc.
Cost
FREE
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
How to Register: Call or visit the library for an intake interview and a tour.
Morning
T/Th: Times vary
Afternoon
T/Th: Times vary
Night
T/Th: Times vary
Morning M-S: Times vary
Afternoon M-S: Times vary
Night M-S: Times vary
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Wellspring House/ Sawyer Free Library
Sawyer Free Public Library
2 Dale Avenue,
Gloucester, MA 01930
Classes Available: Individualized lesson
plans
Tutoring
Beginner class (978)281-9763 ex. 16
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost:
FREE
How to Register: Students may call to register or drop-in.
Morning
M/W: 9:30-11:30
Afternoon
Night
T/Th 6:00-8:00
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Springfield
Belchertown
Chicopee
East Longmeadow
Granby
Hampden
Longmeadow
Ludlow
Monson
Wilbraham
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Ludlow Area Adult Learning Center
54 Winsor St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
(413)-583-0320
Classes Available: ESOL Classes with
levels ranging from true
beginner to low
advanced.
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Applicants must call the center and make an appointment for an intake interview to
evaluate their English language level.
Springfield Family Resource Center
18 Gaucher St. Springfield, MA 01109
(413)-733-7699
Classes Available: Weekly ESOL
intermediate level and higher
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students must visit the center to complete intake and registration.
Jew
Morning
9:00-1:00
Afternoon
Night
6:00-9:00
Morning
Afternoon
Night
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Springfield OWL
310 State St. Springfield, MA 01105
Classes Available: ESL Level 1
(413)787-7210 ESL Level 2
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Classes are restricted to
residents of Springfield.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students can register by visiting the office and completing an application.
Springfield Technical Community College
One Armory Square
Building 19, Room
268
First Floor
Springfield, MA 01102
(413)755-4423
When Are Classes Offered?
How to Register: Applicants must visit the STCC Adult Education Center to complete a placement
exam. The center is open Mon-Friday 9:00am-1:00 pm.
Morning M-Th: 9:00-12:00
Afternoon M/W 1:00-4:00
Night M-Th: 5:00-8:00
Morning
9:00-1:00
Afternoon
Night
Classes Available: ESOL Free Classes: 4
levels
ELL (fee charged): 3
levels, and Intermediate
and Advanced.
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
Some free, some paid. Free
classes currently have a waitlist.
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Classes Available:
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
Morning
Afternoon
Night
Cost
The Gray House
22 Sheldon St.
Springfield, MA 01107 Classes Available:
ESOL and
Literacy in small
group classes (413)734-6696
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
How to Register: Registration information and schedule on website www.grayhouse.org.
Contact by phone or email: [email protected].
Training Resources of America—Springfield
32-34 Hampden St.
Ground Floor,
Springfield, MA 01103
Classes Available: ESL Beginner
ESL Intermediate
ESL Advanced
(413)-732-2223
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning
Afternoon
Night
T-Th 5:00-8:00
Eligibility
No particular restrictions.
Cost
$20/one-time
Morning
Afternoon
Night
Morning
Afternoon
Night
T-Th 5:00-8:00
Cost:
Free
How to Register: Orientation for new students is held every Tuesday at 4:30pm. Students must attend
one of these orientations to register, by appointment.
Cost:
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Valley Opportunity Council
35 Mt. Carmel Ave.
3rd
Floor Chicopee, MA 01013
Classes Available:
(413)-612-0206
When Are Classes Offered?
4 Levels of ESOL
classes
o Each class
meets 2x per
week
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Students must call the center and make an appointment to complete the intake
process.
Springfield Public Schools Adult Education
204 Boston Rd.
Pine Point Library
Springfield, MA 01109
Classes Available: ESL level 1
ESL level 2
Classes Available: (413)787-7210
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Classes open to Springfield
residents who are over age 18
only.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call or visit for an application and an assessment.
Morning
Afternoon
Night Days depend on
level 5:30-8:45
Morning M/W 9:00-12:00
Afternoon M/W 1:00-4:00
Night M/W 6:00-8:30
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Westfield
Blandford
Granville
Huntington
Montgomery
North
Hampton
Russell
South Hampton
Southwick
West Hampton
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Center for New Americans
James House 42 Gothic Street,
Northampton, MA 01060
(413)-587-0084
Classes Available: ESL beginner
ESL intermediate
ESL high-
intermediate
When Are Classes Offered?
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirement.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Call or email, [email protected]. for information and appointment.
How to Register:
Morning 8:30-10:30
Afternoon
Night
International Language Institute of Massachusetts
25 New South Street,
Northampton, MA 01060
(413)-586-7569
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning Times vary
Afternoon Times vary
Night Times vary
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
Classes Available: Free English
Program
Free English Open to All (FEOA)
Intensive Programs
Tuition-based
Cost
FEEP: FREE
FEOA: FREE
Intensive: tuition.
How to Register: Call or check website, www.ili.edu, to apply.
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West Springfield
Agawam
Holyoke
East Hampton
South Hadley
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English Conversation - West Springfield Public Library
200 Park Street
West Springfield, MA 01089-3398
(413)-736-4561
When Are Classes Offered?
Classes are offered Mondays and
Wednesdays
Classes Available: Conversation for High-
Beginning (Level 2)
Conversation for
Intermediate/Advanced
(Level 3)
Eligibility
Must be 18+
Cost
$25 dollar fee for
each six-week period.
(Approximately
$125/year)
How to Register: Call-in and professor will assess whether level 2 or level 3 is best for the client.
Morning
Afternoon Level 3 – 5:30-7:00
Night Level 2 – 7:00-8:30
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Worcester
Auburn
Berlin
Boylston
Charlton
Clinton
East Brookfield
Grafton
Holden
Leicester
Millbury
New Braintree
North Bridge
North Brookfield
Northborough
Oakham
Oxford Paxton
Princeton
Rutland
Shrewsbury
Spence
Sterling
Sutton
Upton
West Boylston
Westborough
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Ascentria Care Alliance
11 Shattuck Street Worcester, MA 01605
Classes Available: ESL 1-2
Vocational training Financial literacy
(774)-243-3100 Computer literacy
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
No particular requirements
Cost:
FREE
How to Register: Must come to the center and take a placement test. Placement tests must be taken at
the center on Tuesdays or Thursdays 12:30 pm-04:00 pm.
ACE - African Community Education Program
The Fanning Building
24 Chatham Street
Worcester, MA 01608
Classes Available: Family Literacy for
ESOL.
(508)-459-2284
When Are Classes Of Eligibility
This program is made and
modeled for families. You must
be a family.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: To register, you must call the center and take a small test to evaluate initial capacity
and skills in English.
Morning Sat. 9:30-2:30
Afternoon Sat. 9:30-2:30
Night
Morning M-F 09:00-03:00
Afternoon M-F 09:00-03:00
Night
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Latino Education Institute: Worcester State University
537 Chandler Street, 01602 Worcester, MA
508-798-6507
Classes Available: ESL Basic
ESL Intermediate 1
ESL Intermediate 2
ESL Advanced
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
No particular requirements
Cost
$30 /
semester
How to Register: Aug-Nov/ Mar-June/ Enrollment depends on Waitlist. Contact (508) 414-2590 to be
placed on waitlist.
How to Register: Aug-Nov/ Mar-June/ Enrollment depends on Waitlist.
Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester
Main Office (Worcester Public Library)
3 Salem Sq – Suite 332
Worcester, MA 01608
(508) 754-8056
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning Class times vary
Afternoon Class times vary
Night Class times vary
Cost
FREE
Classes Available: Multiplicity of ESL courses
offered year-round (typically
last for 12 weeks for Fall and
Winter terms, and six weeks
for summer terms).
Eligibility
No particular requirements.
How to Register: Schedule an appointment by phone or check website, www.lvgw.org.
Morning Times varies on classes
Afternoon Times varies on classes
Night T, Th: 6-8:15
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Quinsigamond Community College: Adult Community
25 Federal Street Worcester, MA 01608
(508)-751-7903
Classes Available: ESOL 1
ESOL 2
ESOL 3
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
Must be 18+, not enrolled in
public schools
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Registration-days and placement tests must be taken to get into any course, and the
dates must be fixed over the phone, online, or in-person. Currently there is a waitlist.
Southeast Asian Coalition
484 Main St, Suite 400
Worcester, MA 01608 Classes Available:
ESL level 1
(508)-791-4373
When Are Classes Offered? Eligibility
There are income restrictions.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: You must call-in in order to register.
Morning M-F: 9:00-1:00
Afternoon M-F: 12:45-2:45
Night T-Th: 6-8:30
Morning M, T, Th:9:00-11:00
Afternoon
Night
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Marie Anne Center
236 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605
Classes Available: ESL: one level
(508) 425-9254
When Are Classes Offered?
Monday & Thursday evenings
Eligibility
No particular requirement
Cost
$50
How to Register: Registration is on-going. Classes start in September and January.
St. Peter’s Church
929 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610
(508) 752-4674
Classes Available: Basic ESL
Intermediate 1 ESL
Intermediate 2 ESL
Advanced ESL
When Are Classes Offered?
Tuesdays and Thursdays Eligibility
No particular requirement
Cost
Suggested Donations:
$20 / semester
$40 / year
How to Register: Call-in and take a placement test.
Morning
Afternoon Night 6:30-8:30
Morning 10:00–12:00
Afternoon
Night
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Urban Missionaries of our Lady of Hope
242 Canterbury Street,
Worcester, 01603
(508) 831-7455
Classes Available: One-on-one English
mentoring sessions.
When Are Classes Offered?
Eligibility
Open to all.
Cost
$5/week
How to Register: Mentoring sessions can be scheduled once a week. Meetings are generally held on
Tuesday mornings with some flexibility according to the work schedules of the clients.
Training Resources of America
2 Foster Street,
3rd Floor
Worcester, MA 01608
(508)-753-2991
Classes Available: ESL level 1
ESL Level 2
ESL Level 3
Adult Basic Education
(Literacy classes)
When Are Classes Offered?
Mondays and Wednesdays Eligibility
Open to all.
CostFREE
How to Register: Call to schedule an appointment for interview and placement test.
Morning Tuesdays/Thursdays
Afternoon
Night
Morning
Afternoon
Night M-W: 4:30-7:45
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Worcester Adult Learning Center (Worcester Public School)
24 Chatham Street,
Fanning Building,
Worcester, MA 01609
508-799-3090
When Are Classes Offered?
Offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Classes Available: ESL Level 1
ESL Level 2
ESL Level 3
Eligibility
Must be above 16 years of
age.
Cost
FREE
How to Register: Must take a placement-test through the organization. Those are offered on a
monthly basis.
Worcester State University: Intensive English Program
486 Chandler Street, 4th Floor
Worcester MA 01602
508-929-8120
When Are Classes Offered?
Morning Class times vary
Afternoon Class times vary
Night Class times vary
Eligibility
Must be a high-school graduate
(regardless of the system).
Must be at least 16 years of age.
Classes Available: ESL intensive (1-8)
Evening
Community
English (4
hours/week)
Cost
ESL intensive: $3,450 /
semester (14 weeks of
20 hours / week).
Summer = 10 weeks =
$2,800
Evening classes: $325 /
semester
Morning 9:00-11:30
Afternoon
Night 5:30-8:00
How to Register: Call to register and schedule placement test. Or check website, [email protected].
ORI would like to thank the following partners in support of our work:
Governor Charles Baker
Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito Executive Office for Health and Human Services
(EOHHS) Secretary Marylou Sudders Office of Refugee Resettlement
ORI Staff ORI volunteers and supporters
THANK YOU
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MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE FOR REFUGEES AND
IMMIGRANTS
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For more information or to download this Directory – visit
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This document was created by ORI on June 26, 2017 Updated on October 3, 2019
