ESL Classes
To access online classes, students need to have a device with internet access (tablet or computer), be able to log in to an online platform independently, attend class regularly, and complete assignments.
English as a Second Language
The Centres for Employment & Learning of Avon Maitland offer English as a Second Language programs. The programs are conducted in a classroom setting and are specifically designed to offer assistance to adults in the community for whom English is not their first language but who would like to:
- Listen, speak, read and write in English
- Improve communication and employability skills
- Increase knowledge of Canada
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- naturalized Canadian citizen
- permanent resident
- protected person (including Convention refugee)
- refugee claimant
- provincial nominee approved through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
- person admitted under a federal caregiver program with a path to permanent residency
Please bring proof of immigration and residency.
Fall 2023 Morning Classes
| Level | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
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Stratford In-person CLB 1-5 |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday |
9:30 am -12:00 pm |
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Listowel In-person CLB 1-6 |
Tuesday, Thursday |
9:30 am -12:00 pm |
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Online CLB 0-3 |
Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
9:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Fall 2023 Afternoon Classes
| Class | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
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Stratford In-person CLB 1-5 |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday |
12:30 - 3:00 pm |
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Online CLB 3-4 |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday |
12:30 - 3:00 pm |
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Online CLB 5-6 |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday |
12:30 - 3:00 pm |
Fall 2023 Evening Classes
| Class | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
|
Stratford In-person CLB 1-5 |
Monday, Wednesday |
6:00-8:30 |
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Listowel In-person CLB 1-6
*Employment Focused ESL |
Wednesday | 6:00-8:30 |
|
Wingham In-person CLB 1-5
*will run if sufficient numbers |
Wednesday |
6:00-8:30 pm
Class runs from September 20-November 29
|
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Goderich In-person CLB 1-5
*will run if sufficient numbers |
Wednesday |
6:00-8:30 pm
Class runs from September 13-December 13
|
|
Online Citizenship Preparation Class CLB 4-8 |
Monday |
6:30-8:30 pm
Class runs from September 18-December 11
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Online CLB 1-2 |
Tuesday |
6:00-8:30 |
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Online CLB 4-6 |
Tuesday, Wednesday |
5:45-8:15 |