York Region District School Board, in partnership with the government of Ontario, provides English as a Second Language (ESL) training for adults (18+) from basic to advanced levels. Visitors to Canada are welcome based on class availability.

Non-Credit Adult ESL:

Communicate effectively in English;
Gain general workplace language skills;
Learn about Canada and Ontario.

Adult learners in class, observing their language instructor.

Adult learners in class with instructor

Need Help?

Our staff are available to answer your questions.

How do you start?

Review course offerings and select a location and time that works for you.
Registration is ongoing. Call 905-731-9557 to learn more.
A language assessment may be necessary to start the training. Call Achēv at 1-855-330-8655 to book a language assessment near you.

For more information

Complete the online contact us form.

Telephone

905-731-9557

uplands@yrdsb.ca

Learner Supports

GSuite (Google) Resources for Students

To participate in an online course, you need:
- A stable internet connection
- A reliable laptop or desktop computer with a functioning webcam and microphone or be able to come to Uplands Community Learning Centre (8210 Yonge Street, L4J 1W6) to borrow a Chromebook for learning purposes
You also need to be able to:
- Use a mouse or a touchpad
- Send an email and attach a file
- Type on a document (e.g. Google or Microsoft word)
- Open a web browser
- Use a webcam and a microphone to participate in a videoconference session
- Keep your cameras on and participate fully during the class

Please note:

We are not able to support learners with their own technology. Video conferencing sessions (Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams) and e-activities will not work effectively on a phone or tablet/iPad. All learners are required to fully participate in all online classroom activities, which is not possible if using a phone/tablet. Therefore, all learners registered for online classes must have access to a computer (laptop, desktop, Chromebook) and have adequate digital literacy skills. Learners who are not able to meet the requirements to fully participate in an online class, will be supported through alternative options.

Chromebooks are available to borrow for registered learners who are able to pick up a Chromebook from Uplands Community Learning Centre (8210 Yonge Street, L4J 1W6). Please ask your instructor if your require a Chromebook.