English as a Second Language
We offer classes for adults whose first language is not English. Students in beginning classes learn to speak, listen to understand, read, and write English. Intermediate and advanced students have the opportunity to improve conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading and writing.
2024-25 Schedule
Fall classes begin Monday, September 9. New students can join class every week. Most classes are in-person, but there are limited virtual classes for higher level students. Students must be tested prior to beginning class. Once our office receives your application, a staff member will contact you regarding signing up for testing. Testing is available at various locations throughout St. Louis County and will take two days to complete.
Students may sign up online or by calling the AEL office. Call or text 314-415-4940 for more information.
| Area | Days/Times | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeton | Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Faith Baptist Church |
| Clayton | Mon-Wed 6-9 p.m. |
Clayton High School 1 Mark Twain Circle Clayton, MO 63105 |
| Creve Coeur | Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
| Creve Coeur | Mon-Thurs 1-4 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
| Creve Coeur | Mon-Wed 6-9 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
| Lemay | Mon-Wed 6-9 p.m. |
Hancock Place Middle School |
| Manchester | Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Manchester United Methodist Church 129 Woods Mill Rd. Manchester, MO 63011 |
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Online: Morning Session |
Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Virtual, online |
| Online: Evening Session |
Mon-Wed |
Virtual, online |
We offer classes for adults whose first language is not English. Students in beginning classes learn to speak, listen to understand, read, and write English. Intermediate and advanced students have the opportunity to improve conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading and writing.
Summer 2024 Schedule
Summer registration is closed. Register for fall classes below.
Registration for summer classes is now closed. Summer classes run July 8 through August 14. All students (including former students) must test prior to beginning summer classes. Most classes are in-person, but there are limited virtual classes for higher level students. Testing takes place in June at the Community Learning Center and will take two days to complete. After our office has reviewed your application , a staff member will contact you to sign up for testing.
Students may sign up online or by calling the AEL office. Call or text 314-415-4940 for more information.
| Area | Days/Times | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Creve Coeur | Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
| Creve Coeur | Mon-Wed 6-9 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
|
Online: Morning Session |
Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Virtual, online |
| Online: Evening Session |
Mon-Wed |
Virtual, online |
We offer classes for adults whose first language is not English. Students in beginning classes learn to speak, listen to understand, read, and write English. Intermediate and advanced students have the opportunity to improve conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading, and writing.
2023-2024 Class Schedule
Spring registration is closed. Register for summer classes below.
Spring classes being January 3 and continue until May 16. However, new students can be added to class every week through the beginning of April. The last day to register for spring classes is March 29. Most classes are in-person, but there are limited virtual classes for higher level students. Students must be tested prior to beginning class. Once our office receives your application, a staff member will contact you regarding signing up for testing. Testing is available at various locations throughout St. Louis County and will take two days to complete.
Students may sign up online or by calling the AEL office. Call or text 314-415-4940 for more information.
| Area | Days/Times | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | Mon-Wed 6-9 p.m. |
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| Creve Coeur | Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
| Creve Coeur | Mon-Thurs 1-4 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
| Creve Coeur | Mon-Wed 6-9 p.m. |
Community Learning Center |
| Manchester | Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Manchester United Methodist 129 Woods Mill Rd. Manchester, MO 63011 |
|
Online Morning Session |
Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
Virtual-online |
|
Online Evening Session |
Mon-Wed 6-9 p.m. |
Virtual-online |
Highlights
About Our Teachers
Our FREE Adult Education & Literacy classes are taught by more than 60 certified teachers throughout the St. Louis area.
MOLearns
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