Free ESL Classes at STLCC
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at St. Louis Community College help adult learners build English skills for daily life, work and community situations.
ESL classes are free and are not college-credit classes. They are for students with beginner to low-intermediate English skills. These classes can help you feel more comfortable speaking, listening, reading and writing in English.
If you already have intermediate or advanced English skills and want to prepare for college-level classes, English for Multilingual Learners (EML) may be a better fit.
To get started with ESL classes, register for ESL orientation. Walk-ins are not accepted, so please contact us before coming to ESL orientation.
What is the ESL Program at STLCC?
In ESL classes, students practice English they can use in everyday life. Lessons may include:
- Speaking and listening in common situations.
- Reading basic forms, letters and instructions.
- Writing simple sentences and short messages.
- Learning grammar and vocabulary.
- Practicing conversations for work, school and community life.
- Building confidence using English with other people.
Classes are taught by instructors who understand the needs of adult English learners. Students learn in a supportive environment and can build skills at a comfortable pace.
Who Should Take ESL Classes?
ESL may be right for you if:
- English is not your first language.
- You are a beginner or low-intermediate English learner.
- You want free English classes.
- You want to improve English for daily life, work or community use.
- You are not ready for college-credit English classes yet.
ESL Classes
- Location: Forest Park, South County
- Student cost: No cost
- Note: To get started with ESL classes, register for ESL orientation. Walk-ins are not accepted, so please contact us before coming to orientation.
ESL Class Schedule and Orientation Dates
Currently, our program is placing new learners on a waitlist for orientation and enrollment for the 2026–2027 academic year. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email amoore31@stlcc.edu and include your preferred campus. Classes are offered at the Forest Park and South County locations.
Please do not contact or visit the campuses for information at this time, as on site staff will not have details regarding AEL scheduling or enrollment. Once active enrollment reopens, you will be contacted with information about attending an orientation session.