Upper Grand District School Board

English as a Second Language


Description
English language day and evening classes for adults:
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

Speciality classes (schedule varies, call for information):
  • academic test preparation
  • preparation for IELTS and TOEFL class
  • citizenship class
  • may offer other classes related to spoken and written English language development and skills training

Childminding program for some LINC classes:
  • free childminding for children of permanent residents and Convention refugees
  • contact St George's Centre for details

ESL Summer School for students in Grades 7, 8 and Grades 9-12:
  • three weeks duration in July
  • apply through elementary or secondary school

Note: Start dates for all day classes, night classes and Sat classes depend on enrollment numbers
Eligibility

  • Canadian citizens, permanent residents, convention refugees, and refugee claimants

  • participants take a language assessment to determine class placement

  • temporary residents and visitors may also attend classes for a small fee



Ages 18 years and up
Application Process
Call 519-766-9551 or email [email protected] to enroll in classes.
Office
519-766-9551
Fax
519-766-9485
Web Site
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Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
21 King St
Guelph, N1E 4P5
Canada
Languages
English, French, Turkish
Contact
Program Administrator, ESL and LINC Programs,
Email: [email protected]
Fees
Program ; All classes are free for permanent residents, Convention refugees, refugee claimants and Canadian citizens with proof of status.

Small fee for adult visitors and foreign nationals with study or work permits - call for information.
Documents Required
Completed applications required.
Accessibility
Fully Accessible - Parking - Accessible ; Entrance - Accessible ; Not Accessible - Washroom (Men's) - located on second floor
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211 Ontario North
Last Updated On
February 15, 2024
Address
21 King St
Guelph, ON, N1E 4P5
Sites located near Guelph Downtown area (north and east) and in south end:
  • St George's Centre, 21 King St
  • St George's ESL at Tytler, 131 Ontario St
  • Wellington Centre for Continuing Education, 1428 Gordon St
Cross street: Arthur St N and King St; Various sites in Guelph

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Hours of Operation
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Service Area(s)
  • Drayton
  • Guelph
  • Orangeville