Offers an English for Speakers of Other Languages program that incorporates conversation, adult practical literacy and beginning reading and writing. 
Classes help improve reading, writing, speaking, listening, technology and academic skills in order to be successful in college and the workplace. 
Classes are offered at locations throughout South King County, including Burien, White Center, Tukwila, SeaTac and Federal Way.

English for Speakers of Other Languages offered by Highline College

Offers English for Speakers of Other Languages classes for adults at locations throughout south King County.

Programs that provide reading and writing instruction for adults who are unable to read or write at a functional level, with the objective of ensuring that they have the skills necessary to find and keep decent jobs, support their children's education and participate actively in civic life. Some programs interpret literacy more broadly and also help people develop speaking, computation (numeracy/mathematics) and problem solving skills.

Adult Literacy Programs

Programs that offer opportunities for non-English-speaking and limited-English-speaking adults to learn listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with an emphasis on developing the level of communication competence that is essential for adults who are living in a setting in which English is the primary language. Also included are programs that provide English language instruction for younger people.

English as a Second Language

We support education and learning for students and seekers of any age. We help kids and teens succeed in school and college-bound students prepare for college with live virtual tutoring. Adults and seniors can pursue lifelong learning through free classes and resources. We will even create a custom learning plan for any new skill you want to try.

Learning offered by Seattle Public Library at Central Library

Offers literacy classes and materials for adults to improve their reading, writing and math skills. Classes are offered at library locations throughout the city of Seattle.

Libraries or other organizations that maintain collections of reading materials which are especially designed for youth who have reading problems, adults who are new readers, adults learning to read and/or adult ESL students who are not accustomed to reading in English. The books address topics of interest to adolescents and adults but utilize a vocabulary that is normally appropriate for younger people.

High Interest/Low Vocabulary Collections

Provides free ESL, citizenship and basic skills such as reading, writing, math and computer use classes and tutoring to adult learners.  Helps learners prepare for the GED.
Provides naturalization assistance to city of Seattle residents. Students enrolled in the program can receive job search assistance and individual tutoring as well.

Educational Services offered by Literacy Source's Community Learning Center

Provides free ESL and basic skills classes and tutoring to adult learners. Helps learners prepare for the GED. Provides naturalization assistance to city of Seattle residents.

Programs, usually offered by community adult schools or as evening classes at local high schools, that provide instruction in fundamental learning skills for adults who have never attended school or have interrupted formal schooling and need to raise their level of education to increase their self-confidence and/or prepare for an occupation.  Emphasis is placed on basic reading, language and mathematics to strengthen functional skills in communication, computation and personal-social interaction.

Adult Basic Education

Programs that prepare individuals to take the oath of U.S. citizenship and to exercise the attendant rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Citizenship courses help immigrants develop an understanding of and appreciation for American culture, institutions and ideals; and focus on important events in U.S. history, the Constitution and its historic background, and the organization, powers and duties of federal, state and local governments.

Citizenship Education

Programs that provide instruction for adults and eligible minors who have elected to take a series of tests which measure the extent to which they have gained the knowledge, skills and understanding ordinarily acquired through a high school education. Instruction and testing focus on writing, social studies, science, reading and mathematics. Individuals who pass the tests receive a high school equivalency certificate.

High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction

Programs that assist in filing applications by lawful permanent residents who have been in that status for at least five years (or three years if married to a U.S. citizen), who meet other eligibility requirements and who wish to become naturalized U.S. citizens. Applicants must pass a citizenship examination to determine whether they can speak and read English and have a knowledge of the fundamentals of American government, history and the Constitution; and must take an oath of allegiance to the United States.

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English for Speakers of Other Languages offered by Highline College

Learning offered by Seattle Public Library at Central Library

Educational Services offered by Literacy Source's Community Learning Center