English Class Program (ESL)

Emerson’s “English as a Second Language” (ESL) Class Program provides free English classes to adult English language learners on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Emerson Church. Classes are offered in two semesters: Fall (September – December) and Spring (January – May). Classes are taught by experienced volunteer teachers and teaching assistants.

Download and share the Program Flyer with anyone who will benefit from improving their English.

What levels are offered?
Basic for those with little or no English, and progressive levels 1, 2, 3 and 4.

What is the Spring 2025 semester schedule?
Registration for new students is January 11. Classes are January 21 – May 1, 2025.

When are the classes?
Each class meets two evenings per week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church, 1900 Bering Drive, Houston, TX, 77057.

Do you charge for your English classes?
No! All our English classes are free for all students. The only cost is $10.00 for the textbook; however, if a student is unable to afford this cost, the book will be free.

Registration Date for Spring semester is January 11, 2025

• ALL students must register in-person from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Emerson Church, 1900 Bering Drive, Houston.
• There is no online registration for the spring  semester.
• New students will get a placement evaluation to determine their class level when they register. We stress attendance as there is always a “wait list” for others who want to attend our classes. If you do not attend classes regularly, we will cancel your registration.
• Admission to a class will be on a space available basis.

Do you have questions about Registration? 

• Call us at 713-782-0825 and leave your name and phone number.
• Email us at ESL@Emersonhouston.org

Can you help us? You can easily become involved with this vibrant and rewarding outreach, which is run by a volunteer steering committee. We look forward to continued growth of the program and welcome you as a volunteer. Our program needs:

For more information about volunteer opportunities, our classes and student registration, please contact us by phone or email:
Phone: 713-782-0825 and leave your name and phone number.
Email: ESL@Emersonhouston.org