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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Edible Alphabet: Learn English through Cooking

Fri, July 5, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Adults are invited to this FREE class for English language learners. Each week we read, write, and speak in English - and cook a meal together! The class is in the basement meeting room.  To sign-up, call, email kitchen@freelibrary.org , or visit www.bit.ly/EAEnglish   Edible…

English Conversation Group - Advanced

Fri, July 5, 2024 3:45 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library

Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library staff Jane and Lily.

Free Beginner English Classes with IAC

Mon, July 8, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Tacony Library

Free English Classes by IAC   Summer Session July 8 – August 8, 2024 Mondays through Thursdays  11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays:  Beginner Level Tuesdays and Thursdays:  Intermediate Level   Improve your ability to read, write and speak English!…

Intermediate ESL

Mon, July 8, 2024 1:30 P.M.
Independence Library

Join us as we read about and talk about a variety of topics, including current events, American cultural issues, English grammar, current American expressions, etc. - all with the goal of improving participants' proficiency in spoken and written English. Each week participants…

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Additional listings of ELL classes not affiliated with the Free Library can be found here. Please note that not all classes are free and may include a cost.

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