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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Our Hours

The office at Hamden High is open:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 2:30 pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
(evening hours: September – May)
Call (203) 407-2028

The office at the Keefe Community Center is open:
Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 2:30 pm
Monday – Thursday: 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm
(evening hours: September – May)
Call (203) 773-9211 ext.1139

Learn to Speak, Read, and Write English—FREE!

Would you like to improve your English communication at home, at your children's school, and on the job? Are you interested in furthering your education or training? Do you want to learn more about the culture of the United States? We offer classes just for you.

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Call 203-773-9211 ext. 1139 to schedule an appointment.

Bring a photo ID and proof of residency to registration. Plan to spend a couple of hours taking placement tests.

Call 203.773.9211 ext. 1139 or 203.407.2028 for more information.

Schedule: Day Classes

Beginner ESL at the Keefe Community Center

Instructor: M. O'Connell
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Intermediate I ESL at the Keefe Community Center

Instructor: P. Turrill
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm  

Intermediate II ESL at the Keefe Community Center

Instructor: P. Turrill 
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Schedule: Evening Classes

Beginner ESL at the Keefe Community Center

Instructor: O. Mercado
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Intermediate I ESL at the Keefe Community Center

Instructor: O. Mercado
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Intermediate II ESL at the Keefe Community Center

Instructor: J. Jo
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm