The Free Library is host to many adult education classes throughout the city which includes English Language Learning (ELL) and GED instruction. Classes are free to the public and may require registration. Contact your local neighborhood library for further information.

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English as a Second Language

Mon, October 13, 2025 10:00 A.M.
Wyoming Library

  Community College of Philadelphia is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. There is no cost to you and textbooks will be provided.  Interested learners must complete a placement test. Test dates are scheduled for 7/8  and 7/10.  Up to 30 individuals can…

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Beginner English

Mon, October 13, 2025 11:30 A.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Mondays and Wednesdays 11:30 am - 1 pm (September 22 - December 3, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners.…

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Beginner English

Mon, October 13, 2025 2:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute

  Mondays and Fridays 2:00-3:30 pm (September 22 - December 5, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For…

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Beginner English

Mon, October 13, 2025 2:30 P.M.
Kingsessing Library

Mondays and Fridays 2:30-4 pm (September 22 - December 5, 2025) Learn and practice English for daily life in this course taught by University of Pennsylvania graduate students. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing to build your confidence in using English. For beginners. Sign-up…

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For more information about adult literacy classes in the city of Philadelphia, please contact the Office of Adult Education at 215-686-5250