ESL Classes

Learn to speak English.
Improve your skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and basic math (numeracy).
Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test.

Dearborn Adult Education offers ESL classes to help adults learn to read, write, and communicate confidently in English. These classes also help students gain the skills and knowledge needed to become active and informed parents, workers, and community members.

Classes are available for beginning, intermediate, and advanced learners. All classes include instruction in:

  • Listening
  • Speaking
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Numeracy (basic math)

Please note: Class placement is based on the results of an assessment given during registration.

Eligibility

  • Students must be 20 years or older as of September 1 and not currently enrolled in high school.
  • Students under 20 years old may enroll only if they have a GED or high school diploma.

Class Locations

Day Class Locations

  • MBCC Center / Dearborn Heights Center
    22586 Ann Arbor Trail
  • Littlefield Church
    7560 Littlefield Blvd
  • Parkside Church
    17200 Outer Dr.
  • Salina Intermediate School
    2623 Salina Street

Evening Class Locations

  • Dearborn Heights Campus
    22586 Ann Arbor Trail
  • Fordson School
    13800 Ford Rd., Dearborn, MI 48126
  • Henry Ford Hospital
    2799 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit, MI 48202
  • Geer Park Elementary School
    14767 Prospect, Dearborn, MI 48126
  • Becker Elementary School
    10821 Henson, Dearborn, MI 48126
  • William Ford Elementary School
    14749 Alber, Dearborn, MI 48126
  • Henry Ford Elementary School
    16140 Driscoll, Dearborn, MI 48126
  • Miller School
    4824 Lois, Dearborn, MI 48126

Class Schedules

Day Classes

  • Length: 2 hours per class
  • Duration: 12 weeks
  • Days: Monday through Friday
  • Times:
    • 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
    • 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Evening Classes

  • Length: 3 hours per class
  • Duration: 15 weeks
  • Days: Tuesday and Thursday
  • Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m.

More Information

📞 Call 313-827-1900 for registration and additional information.