English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Or (ESL)

We offer English classes at our Greensboro and High Point campuses. Please visit or call us for more information.

Greensboro Campus

3505 E. Wendover Ave.
Greensboro, NC 27405
Adult Education Center, Room 124
Phone: 336-334-4822, ext. 53027 or 53107

High Point Campus

901 S. Main St.
High Point, NC 27260
H3 Building, Room 124
Phone: 336-334-4822, ext. 55087

Our ESOL program includes seven levels, from Beginning through Advanced.

During the enrollment process, you will take an English assessment. Your test results will help us place you in the class level that best matches your current English skills.

Our program runs throughout the year, and students are encouraged to continue learning and progressing from one level to the next.

Student Attendance Policy

Regular attendance is important for your learning and success in the Adult Education program.

Students who do not attend class or participate in learning activities for 10 consecutive calendar days, including weekends, and do not contact their instructor may be withdrawn from the program.

To remain in good standing, students must attend and complete at least 70 instructional hours each academic term.

Not meeting attendance requirements may affect your enrollment, academic progress, and continued participation in the program.

What Students Agree to Do

To be successful in the ESOL program, students agree to:

• Attend all scheduled classes.
• Arrive on time and remain for the entire class.
• Check in and check out using ADVANSYS for every class.
• Participate in classroom activities, assignments, and learning tasks.
• Contact the instructor as soon as possible when absent or late.
• Complete at least 70 hours of instruction each academic term.
• Stay actively engaged in learning.
• Ask the instructor or program staff for help when needed.

Important Attendance Reminder

If you are absent and do not participate in class for 10 consecutive calendar days, including weekends, and you do not contact your instructor, you may be withdrawn from the Adult Education program.

Extended Absences

We understand that unexpected situations happen. If you have a serious illness, family emergency, work conflict, military obligation, jury duty, or another significant situation that affects your attendance, please notify your instructor as soon as possible.

Extended absences will be reviewed by the program on a case-by-case basis.

We offer opportunities for new students to enroll during most months of the year, generally July through March.

New students are not admitted between April 9 and June 30.

New students must complete the following steps:

1. Request information and reserve a space.
2. Attend an in-person orientation.
3. Complete the required registration forms.
4. Complete an English placement assessment.
5. Receive your class placement and registration information.
6. Attend your assigned class.

Please bring documentation that shows your current address and identity. Examples may include a:

• Photo ID
• Driver's license
• Passport
• Identification or driver's license issued by another state or country

Please call our office or complete the online Information Request Form to reserve your space and receive information about upcoming orientation and testing dates.

Minor Release Form | Information Request Form

Morning Classes

• 8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
• 10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Evening Classes

• 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

U.S. Citizenship Test Preparation

• Friday, 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

All ESOL classes are FREE!

There is no tuition charge for our Adult Education ESOL classes.

Childcare is available at our off-campus class at:

YWCA of High Point
155 W. Westwood Ave.
High Point, NC 27262

Please contact the Adult Education program for current information about class schedules, childcare availability, and enrollment. 

Yes. We offer online learning opportunities for students who need additional flexibility.

Online classes may include:

• Live instruction with a teacher through Microsoft Teams
• Opportunities to interact with other students
• Independent English practice through Burlington English
• Activities that help improve reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, and grammar

Students participating online must have their own computer or tablet and internet access.

Yes. Our U.S. Citizenship Test Preparation classes help students prepare for the naturalization process and U.S. citizenship interview.

Classes meet:

Fridays, 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

We have online classes that meet day and evening and allow students to log in to work on their English skills at their convenience and to interact with their teacher and other students live via Microsoft Teams. Just sign up at orientation.

Our U.S. citizenship test prep classes meet on Friday mornings to help students prepare to become U.S. citizens.

We offer special ESOL Career Pathways classes focused on furniture sewing and upholstery, as well as apartment maintenance and construction to help students learn the English skills as well as the technical skills needed for a successful career. Scholarships are available for career training classes.

Contact adulted@gtcc.edu for more information.

GTCC Adult Education may provide bus passes to eligible students who are currently enrolled and regularly attending classes.

Please speak with Adult Education staff for additional information.

We are happy to help you get started!

Greensboro:
336-334-4822, ext. 53027 or 53107

High Point:
336-334-4822, ext. 55087

Email: adulted@gtcc.edu

Information Request Form

Start Your English Journey With Us!

Whether you want to improve your English for work, college, family, citizenship, or everyday life, GTCC's ESOL program is here to help you reach your goals.

Classes are FREE. Learn English. Build confidence. Reach your goals.