Learn English

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For more information

Call or text 503.577.9984, or email mcl.adult.literacy@multcolib.org.

mcl.adult.literacy@multcolib.org.

Programs at the library

Free English classes at the library
The library has free in-person English classes. All levels welcome. No registration required.
 

Online help for learning English

Mango Languages 
English as a second language (ESL) 100-lesson course.

More resources for online English learning
 

Books, CDs and DVDs for learning English

 

English language learning classes are often designated as: 

  • ESL: English as a Second Language
  • ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages 
     

Portland ESL Network 
A list of English as a second language (ESL) classes in the Portland area.

Easter Seals Connecting Communities Program 
Provides ESL classes for all community members. They also offer programs for individuals with disabilities who have a language or literacy barrier.

Tigard Informal Language Learning for Adults (TIELLA)  
Provides in-person and online conversation practice. Small groups English learners at all levels. 

Torus 
Connects learners and tutors. Offers English classes around the county, including at libraries.

Mount Hood Community College ESL
Offers classes to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Portland Community College ESOL
Offers classes for all levels of English learning, including students with no or very little English. This program welcomes deaf or hard-of-hearing students.

English classes

Apr 20

Goodwill English Class

Mon Apr 20
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Central Library

Free ESL classes. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984. 

Apr 20

Torus English Class

Mon Apr 20
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Free ESL classes. All levels welcome. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Presented by volunteers from Torus

Apr 20

Torus English Class

Mon Apr 20
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Free ESL classes. All levels welcome. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Presented by volunteers from Torus

Apr 20

Goodwill English Class

Mon Apr 20
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
North Portland Library

Free ESL classes. The level of the series is determined at the first class. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Apr 21

Torus English Class

Tue Apr 21
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Holgate Library

Free ESL classes. All levels welcome. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Presented by volunteers from Torus

Apr 21

Goodwill English Class

Tue Apr 21
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Albina Library

Free ESL classes. The level of the series is determined at the first class. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Apr 22

Goodwill English Class

This event has been canceled
Wed Apr 22
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Free ESL classes. The level of the series is determined at the first class. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Apr 22

Goodwill English Class

Wed Apr 22
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Fairview-Columbia Library

Free ESL classes. The level of the series is determined at the first class. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Apr 22

Torus English Class

Wed Apr 22
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Midland Library

Free ESL classes. All levels welcome. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

Presented by volunteers from Torus

Apr 23

Goodwill English Class

Thu Apr 23
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Holgate Library

Free ESL classes. The level of the series is determined at the first class. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.

All English classes