These classes are offered for non-native speakers who have tested above our state-supported program or who wish to focus on one specific area of English. It is not necessary to take the placement test before enrolling in these classes.
These classes are offered for non-native speakers who have tested above our state-supported program or who wish to focus on one specific area of English. It is not necessary to take the placement test before enrolling in these classes.
The Palo Alto Adult School ESL program offers many classes to help you meet your English learning goals. We offer a range of English classes from Literacy to Advanced levels at no charge. To enter our FREE classes, new students must register for a placement test. ESL Fall 2025 quarter classes are full. Our next placement test registration (for Winter 2026) opens at 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
This course helps students prepare for all aspects of the U.S. Citizenship interview, including the 100 government and history questions (civics test), questions about the N-400 application (speaking test), and the reading and writing tests.
For information, contact ESL Volunteer Tutor Program Manager, Anjani Sarma: asarma@pausd.org.
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