English Classes

Learning English is critical to daily life in America. Our English classes include language learning and cultural literacy. The Branch offers a variety of virtual (Zoom) and in-person classes, both morning and evening, traditional and intensive.

Knowledge is Power

Our experienced English teachers help their students gain essential knowledge that will empower them to thrive in all aspects of community life.


 

Registration for the 2025 Fall Semester will begin in August.

Traditional Classes*

No cost for the class; $43 book fee required

 

*Traditional classes are currently full; to join the waiting list, email us.

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Levels 0-4 (Pre-literacy – High Intermediate)

  1. Classes meet twice a week for 1 ½ hours from August through May.
  2. Students are expected to complete 1 hour of homework per week.
  3. Students complete 1 level per year.
  4. CASAS pre and post testing required.
  5. Day and evening classes

Advanced English

$150 per semester

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  1. For students levels 5 and above
  2. A 12-week course that offers standards-based integrated skills to help prepare adult students for success at work or in an academic setting.
  3. Focuses on developing reading and writing skills, along with listening and speaking in order to build student self-confidence in using written and spoken English.
  4. Meets 2 times a week for 1.5 hours
  5. Options for virtual, in-person, or hybrid, morning and evening.

Intensive Classes

$300 per semester

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  1. Intensive classes are available for levels 1 and 2
  2. Classes meet 4 times a week for 1 ½ hours
  3. Students attend in person on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and virtually on Thursdays during the mornings.
  4. Students are expected to complete 2 hours of homework per week
  5. Students complete 2 levels per year
  6. CASAS pre- and post-testing required

How It Works

1.

Schedule a 25-minute introductory placement test followed by a more in-depth CASAS test. To schedule your test, email us.

2.

Complete the registration forms.

If you have taken the test and were told to register, click here.

3.

Pay your book or class fee.

4.

Attend the orientation and start your class.

*The Branch does not provide childcare during in-person English Classes. Only adults registered for classes may attend, and regular attendance is required.

1st Semester 2025 Calendar

 

August 25 – First day of class

September 1 – Labor Day (no class)

October 10 – MNPS closed (no class)

October 13-17 – Fall Break (no class)

October 31 – MNPS closed (no class)

November 11 – Veteran’s Day (no class)

November 24-28 – Thanksgiving Break (no class)

December 18 – Last day of semester

2nd Semester 2026 Calendar

 

January 6 – Orientation

January 7 – Classes resume

January 19 – MLK Day (no class)

February 16 – Presidents’ Day (no class)

March 9-13 – Spring Break (no class)

April 3 – Veteran’s Day (no class)

November 24-28 – Good Friday (no class)

May 5 – MNPS closed (no class)

May 20 – Last day of semester

Limited Summer Classes June 2-27

Thanks To Our Partners

 We’re grateful to the community partners that make The Branch of Nashville ELL classes possible.

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Have Questions? Start Here.

If you have questions about English classes at The Branch, we’re here to help!