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.


 

Now accepting enrollment for the September-December 2026 semester.

Traditional Classes

$100 per semester; includes books

$50 deposit due at registration with balance due within 60 days

chevron_right

Levels 0-5 (Pre-literacy – Advanced)

  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

Intensive Classes

$300 per semester; includes books

chevron_right
  1. Intensive classes are available for level 2 in person and level 4 online.
  2. Classes meet 4 times a week for 1 ½ hours.
  3. Level 2 students meet in person on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Level 4 meets virtually Monday-Thursday.
  4. Students are expected to complete 2 hours of homework per week.
  5. CASAS pre- and post-testing required.

Classes at Southeast Nashville Public Library

No cost; only available to Davidson County residents

chevron_right
  1. Classes for Beginning to level 2.
  2. Classes meet 2 times a week for 1 ½ hours.
  3. Beginning to Level 1 classes meet Monday and Wednesday mornings, 10:30 am-12:00 pm.
  4. High Beginning to Level 2 classes meet Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm.
  5. Click to preregister for the class.

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 tuition 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.

Thanks To Our Partners

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

scarlett-logo-bg-nocap
St.-B's-logo
Jackson_logo_reg_col_pos_rgb
GOAL_Collective_logo
DGLF-logo-give_dream_hope

Have Questions? Start Here.

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