Shining Lights is a free ESOL (English for speakers of another language) program offered by The City of New Bedford, offering Adult Basic English classes for Beginning-level and Intermedia-level adult students.

How to apply for the English Classes:

  • Contact the ESOL Coordinator for enrollment at 508.245.9687.
  • Visit the Department of Community Services on 181 Hillman Street. Building 9 (2nd door-Entrance 3, 1floor, RM107)

Shining Lights is a free ESOL (English for speakers of another language) program offered by The City of New Bedford, offering Adult Basic English classes for Beginning-level and Intermedia-level adult students. Shining Lights Program is a 32-Weeks program from September through May. Classes are offered in the morning or evening.

In addition to English lessons, Shining Lights also offers life-skills seminars (e.g., Tenant & Consumer Rights), as well as History & Civics workshops and Citizenship preparation.

January  8th, 2024 – May 30th, 2024

We offer classes in two different locations. Students can sign up for all sites or any site they prefer.

  • Grace Church (133 School Street / County St side door- parking lot)
    Mondays & Thursdays, 10:00AM-12:00PM
  • Global Learning Charter School (190 Ashley Blvd)
    Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
  • Online English Language Classes through ZOOM
    January 10 – May 29, on Wednesdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
  • Tutoring Section by appointments only

If you need more information, please feel free to contact Olga Rodriguez-Morales at 508.245.9687.