English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL)

Learn vocabulary, grammar and conversation skills to improve your English reading, writing, listening, and speaking, or prepare and apply for US Citizenship. 

  • Many classes, day and evening
  • Multiple levels: Beginner-Intermediate and Intermediate-Advanced
  • In-person, online, hybrid and independent learning available
  • Most classes are free

Call the office at (603) 742-1030 to make an appointment for a placement test, to discuss your options, and register. In-person classes are held at the Adult Learning Center, next to the Dover Public Library, unless otherwise indicated. Pre-registration is required.

Email us at office@doveradultlearning.org

In addition to the classes listed below we are also offering two Advanced ESL Classes through the Enrichment Program.

ESL Classes

ESL classes teach basic vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation skills to non-native speakers of English through reading, writing and discussion.

Students can only begin class at the beginning of the month following their registration.

Conversation Group

New students welcome anytime.

Come practice your English speaking skills: pronunciation, vocabulary, conversation and listening. Fridays during the school year 10:00 a.m. to noon.

Advanced Conversation Group

New students welcome anytime.

Come practice your English speaking skills: pronunciation, vocabulary, conversation and listening.  Remote classes will be held on Wednesdays from 9/28/22-12/14/22. Classes time is 6:30-8:00. Please call Bridget to register at 603-742-1030, extension 17.

Advanced ESL: Reading a Novel

The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros is the story of Esperanza Cordero, a young Latina girl growing up in Chicago. We will read about her experiences and her journey to define who she will become.  Books are provided courtesy of the NH Humanities Council.  Remote classes will be held on Mondays from 9/26/22-11/14/22. Class time is 6:30-8:00 PM.  To register, please call Bridget Barker at 603-742-1030, extension 17.