English For Speakers of Other Languages
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - All new arrivals are referred to the appropriate ESOL class in their resettlement area. Classes in both states are funded by Department of Education and are open to both Refugees and Immigrants.
Please call the office for specific information on where and when classes are being held. Generally speaking:
• MA offers ESOL classes in West Springfield and Worcester. Classes are offered for multiple competency levels including basic, intermediate, and advanced ESOL, funded by MA DOE. In addition we offer conversation, employment and adult literacy classes with intensive curriculum focused to prepare clients for employment.
• NH offers primarily beginning level ESOL classes in Laconia and Concord and occasionally in other areas depending on the location of new arrivals. More advanced students are referred to other ESOL providers.
The ESOL curriculum is a competency-based model and focuses on helping students reach early self-sufficiency by incorporating community and societal orientation with an emphasis on job-related ESOL instruction. Classes are also designed to assist students in learning cross-cultural perspectives in parenting and family life.
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