Free Drop-In English Classes

BPL’s free weekly English classes that do not require advance registration

Brooklyn Public Library offers two different types of weekly English classes that do not require advance registration. These classes are for beginner level English language learners.  

 

We Speak NYC English Class 

We Speak NYC classes are part of the MOIA English Learning and Support Center Program. These beginner-level classes meet weekly for 8 weeks and do not require registration. You receive free English practice materials and each week we’ll cover rights and resources for immigrant New Yorkers.  

See the full list of WE SPEAK NYC Classes and sort by day and/or location.
 

Welcome English Class 

The library offers free ESOL weekly classes for beginners learning English that give you the chance to improve your English and practice with other adults learning English. Participants should arrive on time because classroom space is limited.  

See the full list of Welcome ESOL Classes and sort by day and/or location..

 

Upcoming Events

Free English Class

Mon, Oct 7 10:30am
Sheepshead Bay, Meeting Room

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet every weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

This class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. 

(For non-beginner classes, integrated English…

Free English Class

Mon, Oct 7 10:30am
Sunset Park Library

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet every weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

This class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. We recommend arriving a few minutes early to sign in. 

Free English Class

Mon, Oct 7 10:30am
Highlawn, Meeting Room

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet twice a weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

This class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. Registration is not necessary.

(For non-beginner …

Free English Class

Mon, Oct 7 11:00am
Brighton Beach Library

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

Brighton Beach Library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet twice every weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

Please email immigrantservices@bklynlibrary.org for more information.

Free English Class

Mon, Oct 7 3:30pm
Williamsburgh, Auditorium

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet twice a weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

This class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. Registration is not necessary.

(For non-beginner …

Free English Class

Mon, Oct 7 4:00pm
Arlington Library, Program Room

ESOL Immigrant Services Welcome ESOL

Free English Conversation Group

Tue, Oct 8 6:00pm
Clinton Hill, Floor 1

adult learning english conversation group ESOL

Practice English in a Conversation Group! Join other adults who are learning to speak English.

Free!No registration required.First come first service, until the class reaches capacity.Meets every week.

Visit www.bklynlibrary.org/english-conversation-groups to see the schedule of all…

Free English Class

Wed, Oct 9 10:30am
Sunset Park Library

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet every weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

This class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. We recommend arriving a few minutes early to sign in. 

Free English Class

Wed, Oct 9 10:30am
Sheepshead Bay, Meeting Room

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet every weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

This class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. 

(For non-beginner classes, integrated English…

Free English Class

Wed, Oct 9 3:30pm
Williamsburgh, Auditorium

adult learning ESOL Immigrant Services

The library offers free ESOL classes for beginners learning English.

Classes meet twice a weekImprove your EnglishPractice with other adults learning English

This class is first-come, first-served until classroom hits capacity. Registration is not necessary.

(For non-beginner …

Other ESOL Classes

Brooklyn Public Library offers other beginner English classes, job certification classes, and business English classes and can provide you with assistance and other resources. See all the different types of ESOL classes here.

 

Our Supporters

Brooklyn Public Library gratefully acknowledges the support the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs in supporting free, drop-in English classes at libraries across Brooklyn. 
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