ESOL Classes In or Near

Franklin County
Currently CRIS is able to offer ESL classes in person and online.
CRIS classes for CRIS clients, Ukranians and asylum clients

1.Mandated classes through RSS/ JFS Funded classes-only for

people in that program
2. Sajida has 3 levels of classes for Afghan women. Her classes are
full, and are limited to Afghan women. Some conditions apply, so
talk to Sajida or me about adding women.
Mixed Zoom Classes
3. 10:00 Level 1 with Dennis and Ali. Meeting ID: 862 0594 1182
4. Level 1.5 with Ali 838 7669 2272
5. Level 3 with Ali 1:00 M, W, F 838 7669 2272
CRIS Classes that are open to the broader community

CRIS Classes which are currently open to the public at the Northern Lights
Branch CML
Level 1: 11-12,
Level 2: 12-1
Level 3: T/Th 2-3

Computer Literacy Courses:

T/Th 3-5 Northern Lights
M/W 3-5 Riverview International Center.

We haven’t finalized the fall schedule, but we hope to maintain most of

these classes, either at the Northern Lights Library, or at our new office.
We also offer Citizenship classes at two locations:

Registration is now open at the following locations:

Columbus Metropolitan Library, Hilliard Branch
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Northern Lights Branch

https://www.crisohio.org/services/citizenship
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Earn More.
Aspire Classes are offered by
the Ohio Department of
Education in most Ohio
Counties. They are free, good
quality, and are taught by
professional teachers. The
focus is on functional English
and survival skills.
1. Franklin County Aspire Classes (Godman Guild)

Godman Guild runs Aspire ESL Classes at Franklin County Locations at the Karl Road Library,
Whitehall Library and Riverview International Center.

Students can register anytime at www.godmanguild.org. They now offer rolling admission so they can test and
place people, and students can join the classes at anytime.

Karl Road and Whitehall Libraries have in person Classes: M/W or T/Th, 9 AM-12 PM.
Godman Guild also offers online classes: M/W or T/Th, 5PM-8PM.
Godman Guild offers classes at Riverview International Center from 9-12 on Tuesday and
Thursday mornings. (552 Riverview Drive, Apt. B)
2. Columbus City Schools Aspire Classes Lexington Avenue in Linden-The Aspire Program at Lexington Avenue
usually offers free daytime ESL classes, evening ESL classes and GED classes.

English as a Second Language

ESL classes improve English language skills in the areas of Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing and Basic Citizenship. All adults are welcome, although
F-1 visa holders may not attend classes.

How do I enroll in classes?

There are 3 steps to enroll in ASPIRE classes: 1) Apply on the Student Registration Portal 2) Attend an information session (dates listed below), 3)
Take a TABE test to know your class level

https://www.ccsoh.us/Page/2200
3. Aspire Classes at 4300 Amalgamated Place Groveport, OH
Eastland Fairfield Career and Technical
School has evening classes both in
Groveport and at Whitehall Yearling
High School.
Assessment and Orientation for Eastland Fairfield Career and
Technical School Aspire Classes
Online and in-person classes are available, Both daytime and evening classes are available.
Those who wish to enroll in the course must complete New Student Orientation and Assessments. Learners must come
on all days.

Orientation Dates

Adult Workforce Development Center

September 1 & 7

1pm-3:30pm or 6-8:30pm

Eastland Career Center

September 6 & 8

6pm-8:30pm

https://www.eastlandfairfield.com/aspire.aspx
 4. The Delaware County Aspire Program has classes at the Vineyard Community Center in Westerville.

Vineyard Community Center, Room 201

6000 Cooper Rd., Westerville, OH 43081

Daytime Classes:

Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Orientation Dates for Daytime Classes:

● Tuesday, September 6, 2022 9:00am

Evening Classes

Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 pm - 8:45 pm

Orientation Dates for Evening Classes:

● Tuesday, September 6, 2022 6:00 pm

Aspire has ESL classes in Hilliard
ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) helps non-native English speakers improve reading, writing,
listening, and speaking skills in English. ESOL classes are FREE, but students must attend an orientation session to
enroll in class.
Schedule at Hilliard Innovative Learning Hub
Tuesday and Thursday 6-9 p.m.
3859 Main Street, Hilliard, OH 43026

Schedule at Hilliard Horizon Elementary

Monday and Wednesday 3:45 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
6000 Renner Rd., Hilliard, OH 43026

Schedule at Hilliard Branch of the Columbus Metro Library Monday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m - Noon
or Noon-3 p.m.
4500 Hickory Chase Way, Hilliard, OH 43026
Hillard Aspire Classes Registration

Enroll Call 740-203-2267 or 614-873-4666 ext. 4248 or 4240 for more

information.
● Student must be 18 years of age or older
All classes are free!
5. Vineyard Columbus Community Center
Vineyard Columbus Community Center has free volunteer-taught ESOL Classes
on Tuesday evenings from 7-8:30. On-site childcare is available.

There are also conversation practice sessions on Fridays from 10-11:30, but no
childcare is available.

Fall Term begins September 17, 2022.

Online registration for fall begins on August 22, 2022

https://vineyardcolumbus.org/esl
6.Conversation Buddies or Classes assist ESL learners to improve their speaking skills. ESL learners and tutors meet
at libraries and other public locations convenient to them.

https://domlearningcenter.org/services/ There is a $35

registration fee.
7. Columbus State Community College Language Institute Basic English Program

https://www.cscc.edu/community/language-institute/
Columbus State Community College Language Institute Basic English Program-Noncredit Courses

Basic English Classes at the CSCC Language Institute

are a great option for students who want to pursue a
degree or certificate. Eight week courses are $190.
Placement tests and registration for the next session
will begin at the beginning of October. The focus is on
grammar, reading, writing and spelling to prepare
students for academic work.
 8. Students who speak excellent English can apply for financial aid, and take the placement test to see if
they can go directly to college if they have that goal.

https://www.cscc.edu/admissi
ons/apply.shtml
9. Muslim Family Services of Ohio has Two Women’s Only Classes.
https://www.mfsohio.org/
Muslim Family Services has two levels of English class: beginner and intermediate.

Childcare is

provided.
10.
Asian American Community Services
ESL CLASSES
Date: Monday - Thursday

Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m

Levels: Intermediate-Advanced

Location: Online

Cost: $45 per quarter

4700 Reed Rd, Suite B

Columbus, OH 43220

ESL & Computer Literacy Classes: Contact Hsichi Huang for questions on registration:

hhuang@aacsohio.org or 614-220-4023 ext. 230

11. Columbus Literacy Council (CLC) https://www.clcworks.org/

Columbus Literacy Council (CLC) Address: 92 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus 43215

Phone: 614-282-7661 Website: columbusliteracy.org Classes: ESL, Beginning and
Intermediate English Cost: Classes are free; There is a fee for books You must
register on-line. There is a pre-test that must be taken before attending class.
Classes are at various locations in Columbus.

Columbus Literacy Council (CLC) will host ESL classes at the

Northern Lights Library AU 2022. They will conduct placement and registration on

September 27th and 29th, and classes will begin on October 4th.
12. Church of the Redeemer Moravian Church-Wed 7-Dublin

Address: 3883 Summit View Road, Dublin 43016

Website: redeemermoravian.org/ministries/esl
Contact: info@redeemermoravian.org (email);
614-766-5030 (telephone)
Classes: Classes are led by volunteers and a certified
ESL teacher. Beginning, intermediate and
advanced-level classes focus on conversation,
with work on grammar and writing. Classes begin
September 8 and meet on Wednesdays at 7 pm.
Participants may join at any time, but are encouraged to
come in before class to determine placement.
Cost: The only cost is a bilingual dictionary in each
participant’s native language and English.
13. Church of the Redeemer Moravian Church-Wed 7-
Dublin Classes: Classes are led by volunteers and a certified
Address: 3883 Summit View
ESL teacher. Beginning, intermediate and
Road, Dublin 43016
advanced-level classes focus on conversation,
Website: with work on grammar and writing. Classes begin
redeemermoravian.org/ministries/ September 8 and meet on Wednesdays at 7 pm.
esl Participants may join at any time, but are encouraged
to
Contact:
come in before class to determine placement.
info@redeemermoravian.org
Cost: The only cost is a bilingual dictionary in each
(email);
participant’s native language and English.
614-766-5030 (telephone)
14. Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services (ETSS) Currently Zoom only during the days (eastside family literacy classes
for Afghan families they’ve resettled)

Address: 1060 Mount Vernon Avenue, Classes: ETSS helps immigrants and refugees from all
countries establish roots and gain self-sufficiency
Columbus 43203
in central Ohio by offering English language skills

Classes may meet at 4099 Karl Road critical to living and working here. Classes
are offered in conjunction with basic job skills
and
training. All instructors are TESOL-certified or hold
588 McNaughten Road graduate degrees. Classes are offered every day
online via Zoom. In-person classes may be offered
Website: ethiotss.org in the future. Students are expected to attend all
classes. Call for more information and eligibility
Contact: 614-252-5362 (telephone); requirements.
Cost: Free
suzanne.schaefer@ethiotss.org (email)
15. The Church at Mill Run-Hilliard T and Th 6-8:30 Oct-April

Adult English taught by

qualified ESL instructors (also monthly free

legal clinic and job support). Festa is a nonprofit

Christian organization. Classes meet from

6-8:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, October

through April. Call year-round for registration details

16. Grace Polaris Church Tues ESL 7:00-8:30 All levels

Beginning, intermediate and advanced. $30 for workbook

Address: The Ministry Center at Grace Polaris Church,
8225 Worthington Galena Road, Westerville 43081
Website: gracepolaris.org/ESL
Contact: Dan Green; dan.green@gracepolaris.org (email);

614-796-0663 (telephone)

Classes: English classes start August 31 (and continue

through May)
17. Vineyard Columbus Sawmill Campus 7-8:30 Tuesdays Dublin

Address: 4140 Tuller Road, Suite 122, Dublin 43017

Website: vineyardcolumbus.org/sawmill
Contact: Call Vineyard Cooper Road at 614-890-0000
and your message will be forwarded to the
Sawmill campus staff;
laura.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org (email)
Classes: Volunteers provide English instruction at
introductory, beginner, intermediate and advanced
levels. Classes meet on Tuesdays from 7-8:30 pm.

Cost: Free
This list is not exhaustive, and we anticipate that many
organizations that offered ESL courses pre-pandemic will
begin offering more in-person classes again soon.