English Skills Class
Welcome to our Adult English Skills Program —
Our program is a welcoming, inclusive place where adult learners can gain confidence, improve their English, and open new doors. Whether you’re beginning with basic English or aiming to refine your skills for work, family, or community involvement, our classes are designed for you. Join us, connect with others, and take the next step in your English language journey. We hope to welcome you to our classes soon.
About the Program
Our adult English classes help you develop your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through engaging, practical lessons. Classes are organized by skill-level so you begin where you are and progress at a pace that suits you.
You’ll gain the skills you need to:
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Communicate more confidently at work, in your family life, and in the community.
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Read and understand everyday forms, notices, messages and short texts.
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Write short notes, fill out applications, send simple emails, and participate more fully in your environment.
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Develop stronger pronunciation, listening comprehension, and conversational ability through interactive practice.
Classes are led by experienced instructors who understand adult-learner needs—balancing work, family and community life—and our aim is to help you progress in a respectful, practical, and meaningful way.
English Skills Class Registration and Class Information
Important Dates
Registration is opens soon for our English classes, and we are so excited to get started! We can’t wait to welcome both returning and new students for a brand new semester. To save your spot, please complete the interest form below. Students are accepted into the program on a first come, first served basis, and we do expect to begin the semester with a waitlist, so don’t wait long!
📅 Registration Opens for New and Returning Studtents: July 27, 2027
📚 Classes Begin for Accepted Students: August 10, 2027 at 9:00 a.m. OR August 11, 2027 at 5:30 p.m.
Class Times
🌞 Morning Classes (AM)
Monday–Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Clases de la manana: Lunes-Jueves: 9:00 am - 12:0 0 pm
🌙 Evening Classes (PM)
Tuesday & Thursday
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Clases de la tarde: Martes y Jueves: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuition
The cost of the class is $60.00 per semester. There are two semesters per year. The Fall semester runs from August through December, and the Spring semester runs from January through May.
Matrícula de Clase
El costo de la clase es de $60 por semestre. El semestre de otoño es de agosto a diciembre, y el semestre de primavera es de enero a mayo.
How to Get Started
Please complete the steps below:
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Complete the short student interest form: Adult English Class Interest Form .
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Then, look for an email from our program to arrive in your inbox.
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Take the free, online placement assessment that is linked in your email. Please do not use a translator or get help from another person.
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Next, complete the online student application in the Lexington One Adult Education portal.
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If a seat is available in the class/program, a Lexington One Adult Education staff member will review your application and contact you to make an in-person appointment.
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At the in-person appointment, you will meet with a English teacher. Here you will take a placement test to help us find the class level that's right for you, pay the $60 semester tuition, have your questions answered, and find out details about your class.
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After you complete steps 1-6, you will begin class! The fall semester meets from August–December, and the spring semester meets from January-May. Our program observes the holidays and breaks of Lexington School District One.
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Questions? Call (803) 821-2950 or email adulteducation@lexington1.net.