ESOL classes offered at basic and intermediate levels for people who want to develop basic English literacy and improve language skills for the workplace. Classes include ESOL Basic through Level 4, and Citizenship Test Preparation. Classes are held two days a week for 2 hours.

Classes for adults to work together to study reading, writing, and speaking in English. Classes include Talk Time (practicing English conversation), preparing for the GED (General Education Diploma), citizenship test preparation, and learning and improving basic computer skills. Dates, times, and locations vary, find the current class schedule online.

Bellingham Public Library subscribes to online tools that help you to learn new skills using self-paced lessons. Tools include LinkedIN Learning for Library (self-paced courses on a wide variety of topics), Mango Languages (tools to learn 70+ languages, including courses for ESL learners), and Northstar Digital Literacy (everyday computer skills).

Non-native English speakers are empowered with tools they can use as members of a growing community through classes for adults in ESL/ELL and Certified Education in Spanish.

Offers free one-to-one tutoring services for adult English language learners. Services include support for English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills; GED (General Educational Development) test preparation; and basic computer skills.

ELA classes are for students who need to improve their English skills to enroll in college, or succeed in the workplace or American culture. Classes are offered at Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, as well as class options in the evening. Placement testing is required.