We’re thrilled to invite you to join our vibrant ESOL program at the Jackson/Mann Community Center! Whether you’re just starting out with English or looking to advance your skills, we offer seven levels of ESOL classes designed to help you succeed.
When you apply, you’ll be invited to take a placement test to ensure you start at the level that’s perfect for you. This test covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Since enrollment depends on seat availability, we’ll add you to our waitlist if we’re full. The good news is our program has open enrollment, so you can begin your journey with us at any time of the year!
To stay enrolled, you’ll need to attend at least 75% of classes and take standardized tests to track your progress.
Programs
ESOL Evening Classes
- Levels 1 - 3: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
- Levels 4 - 6: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- In person
To help you succeed, all enrolled students get free access to Burlington English, which you can use both in the classroom and at home. Plus, we offer optional conversation groups on Monday evenings and tutoring sessions for students who need extra help.
ESOL Afternoon Classes
- High Beginner English: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
- 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- In person
To help you succeed, all enrolled students get free access to Burlington English, which you can use both in the classroom and at home. Plus, we offer optional conversation groups on Monday evenings and tutoring sessions for students who need extra help.
ESOL for Parents
- Beginner and Intermediate
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 5:30 to 7:30 PM
- Hybrid
In partnership with English for New Bostonians and Winship School, we offer 2 levels of ESOL classes to parents and caretakers. Classes are in person at Winship on Tuesdays and online on Thursdays. Childcare is provided on Tuesdays. We also lend Chromebooks to enrolled students.
Winship School is located at 54 Dighton St, Brighton.
Additional Support and
Opportunities
- Advising sessions are available upon request.
- Individual tutoring session upon request (in person and online)
- Group tutoring sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 5:45 pm
- ESOL Conversation groups on Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.
- Field trips to local libraries and museums.
- Guest speakers from various organizations to share educational opportunities and resources.
- Chromebook Lending Program, available to all enrolled students.
We believe in supporting our students every step of the way, and we’re here to help you achieve your goals.