English Classes
Our English Language classes are designed to teach those whose primary language is not English. In our classes, students will learn listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Classes help students build self-confidence, explore career potential and develop job-readiness skills.
Free Classes!
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Available Classes
Orientation is Required for All Students
New and returning students must attend Orientation before they can begin taking classes for the new school year (beginning July 21, 2025) at Maryvale Primary School, Northwest Amherst Community Center or Sweet Home High School. During Orientation you will fill out registration paperwork and complete a verbal and written assessment.
- On-site Orientations are available select days at each location. Attend Orientation at the location you plan to attend classes OR at Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development North Campus (1526 Walden Avenue, Suite 200, Cheektowaga, NY 14225). You may attend a day or evening Orientation for both day and evening classes.
- You are welcome to bring a counselor, caseworker, friend or family member to assist you with paperwork.
- Please arrive on time for orientation.
- Next enrollment period is September 2025.
Next Orientation Dates:
- Northwest Amherst Community Center (Day Classes)
- Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
- Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
- Sweet Home High School (Evening Classes)
- Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
- Maryvale Primary School (Evening Classes)
- Monday, July 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
- Workforce Development North Campus (Orientations Only)
- Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
*These are non-credit bearing English classes.
NO CLASSES DUE TO HOLIDAYS:
September 1, October 13, November 11, November 26 to November 28, December 24 to January 2, January 19