English Language Institute at Westchester Community College

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English Language Institute at Westchester Community College Westchester Community College serves over 4,000 English as a Second Language students, more than any. We speak español, português, 日本語 and 한국어.

The English Language Institute offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at 8 levels (0 to 7) for complete beginners, intermediate, and advanced learners. The emphasis of our program is on quality and always working to maximize the learning of English through communicative language practice in a student-centered, English-only environment. Our students are highly motivated adult English language learners for whom English, or a higher level of English, means more employment possibilities or the necessary preparation for starting college or other education programs. English level is determined for new students by a placement exam after registration. Registration begins at the English Language Institute in the Gateway Center, Room 243 in person or by telephone at 914-606-6656 (no online registration).

10/23/2026

Still looking for English classes this fall? There’s still time!

At SUNY Westchester ELI, we still have ESL classes available for beginners (Levels 0–2)!

Choose the schedule that works best for you:

Morning classes: Peekskill & Mount Vernon
Evening classes: Ossining, Yonkers, Peekskill & Mount Vernon

Classes begin in November, with placement tests scheduled for October 28 and 29.

Ready to get started? Comment INFO below, and we’ll send you the registration link!

📚✨ ENGLISH IN 60 SECONDS: IN vs. ON vs. AT!Three little words, one big difference! 💬Not sure when to use IN, ON, or AT? ...
10/21/2026

📚✨ ENGLISH IN 60 SECONDS: IN vs. ON vs. AT!

Three little words, one big difference! 💬

Not sure when to use IN, ON, or AT? We’ve got you covered! 💙

Swipe through for simple rules, everyday examples, and a quick challenge to test your English skills.

🎯 Can you get all three answers right?

🔖 Save this post and keep practicing!

‼️NOTA DE ESCLARECIMENTO ‼️Em respeito à nossa comunidade e diante dos recentes questionamentos nas redes sociais, compa...
10/16/2026

‼️NOTA DE ESCLARECIMENTO ‼️

Em respeito à nossa comunidade e diante dos recentes questionamentos nas redes sociais, compartilhamos este comunicado para esclarecer informações sobre nossa instituição e reafirmar nosso compromisso com o respeito, a empatia e a dignidade humana.

Agradecemos a compreensão de todos.

🌎💙 MORE THAN A FLAG: Celebrating Our Stories!Behind every culture, there’s a story worth sharing. ✨As Hispanic Heritage ...
10/15/2026

🌎💙 MORE THAN A FLAG: Celebrating Our Stories!

Behind every culture, there’s a story worth sharing. ✨

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we’re celebrating the voices of our ELI students and what they love most about their roots, traditions, and cultures. 🇨🇴🇪🇨🇩🇴🇵🇪

Different roots. Different stories. One ELI community. 💙

Because our heritage deserves to be celebrated every day!

Your goals. Your English journey. 💙📚From intensive English to pronunciation and conversation practice, discover differen...
10/14/2026

Your goals. Your English journey. 💙📚

From intensive English to pronunciation and conversation practice, discover different ways to strengthen your skills and build confidence at ELI!

Swipe through and find the course that fits your goals. 👉

🔗 Explore more: sunywcc.edu/continuing-ed/eli/

🌎✨ Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re looking back at some special moments f...
10/13/2026

🌎✨ Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re looking back at some special moments from our International Fairs, where our students proudly shared the richness and diversity of Hispanic cultures. 🇪🇨🇲🇽🇵🇪🇨🇴

Different countries, unique traditions, and one amazing ELI community! 🌎❤️

📚 PRO TIPS: Build Your English Vocabulary!Don’t just memorize new words. Learn how to USE them! 💬✨Swipe through for 5 si...
10/09/2026

📚 PRO TIPS: Build Your English Vocabulary!

Don’t just memorize new words. Learn how to USE them! 💬✨

Swipe through for 5 simple tips to build your vocabulary and make new words stick!

💙 What’s one new English word you learned this week? Tell us below! 👇

10/07/2026

🎙️ ELI Voices: Meet Emily 🇧🇷

Every English journey has a story. 💙

Originally from Brazil, Emily shares her experience at the English Language Institute — her learning process, the challenges along the way, and how ELI became part of her journey with English.

Because learning a new language is more than moving from one level to the next. It’s about building confidence, finding your voice, and opening the door to new possibilities. ✨

▶️ Watch Emily’s story and discover ELI through the voices of our students.

What has your English journey been like? Tell us in the comments! 👇

💬 SAY or TELL? What’s the difference? 🤔They both mean “decir,” but we don’t use them the same way!Here’s a quick trick t...
10/06/2026

💬 SAY or TELL? What’s the difference? 🤔

They both mean “decir,” but we don’t use them the same way!

Here’s a quick trick to remember:
💬 SAY → focus on the message
👤 TELL → usually includes the person

Swipe through 👉 to learn the difference, see some examples, and test yourself at the end!

💾 Save this post for later and tell us in the comments: Can you write one sentence using SAY or TELL?

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75 Grasslands Road
Valhalla, NY
10595

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+19146066656

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