Quick Comparison Chart: ESOL Learning Centers & Family Learning Program
Learning Centers
Family Learning
Student population
Adult ESOL learners
Adult ESOL learners who are parents or caregivers of children between the ages of 2-12
Curriculum focus
Life-skills based English language and basic computer skills instruction
Life-skills based English language instruction with a focus on family involvement and literacy
Class size
8-15 students per teacher
20-24 total student enrollment
Number of teachers per class
1-3 depending on the site
2 (one for each level)
Class format
Students are separated by learning level (i.e. Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced)
Instruction is multilevel. Classes are separated into 2 learning levels at some sites. Adults and children are taught separately but come together bi-monthly for an activity.
Child care
None provided (adults only)
Available for children ages 2-12
