This spring, The Seattle Public Library will offer several levels of English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for individuals interested in learning English. Classes begin Monday, April 3 and go through Thursday, June 15.

Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Registration and language-level tests will take place on the first day of class.

Students will focus on speaking, listening, building vocabulary, reading and writing skills.

Class Schedule


Beginner ESL Class
Families are welcome at this class! Activities will be provided for children.

9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, April 5 through June 15 at the South Park Branch, 8604 Eighth Ave. S., 206-615-1688 .


ESL Level 1 Class
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays, April 3 through June 14 at the Northgate Branch, 10548 Fifth Ave. N.E., 206-386-1980 .


ESL Level 1 & 2 Class
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 4 through June 15 at the Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Level 4, Washington Mutual Foundation Meeting Room 1, 206-684-0849 .
 

ESL Level 2 & 3 Class
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, April 3 through June 14 at the Beacon Hill Branch, 2821 Beacon Ave. S., 206-684-4711 .
 

ESL Level 3 & 4 Class
10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 4 through June 13 at the Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Level 4, PACCAR Inc. Meeting Room 6, 206-684-0849 .
 

These classes are offered in partnership with Seattle Central College & Literacy Source.