Hillside offers free English classes tailored to both beginners and those at the intermediate level.
These classes are designed to cover fundamental aspects of English, such as grammar, and to provide valuable opportunities for practicing conversation skills.
Our mission is to make the process of learning English fun and accessible for all. We strive to help individuals integrate into their new community and connect with others more easily.
Helpful Facts About Learning English at Hillside
Fall: Weekly on Fridays from September 26 – November 28.
Winter: Weekly on Fridays from mid-January – mid-March 2026
We meet in person at Hillside Church, 1393 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam.
Students meet in classes according to their language level. Our textbook includes content and practice for all the language skills (listening/speaking, reading/writing, grammar, pronunciation), with an emphasis on speaking practice, including conversation.
New students:
We accept new students at the beginning of a new term. Before entering the program, new students are assessed to determine the right class for them, based on our textbook (see more below).
Cost:
We ask students to purchase their own textbook (“Confidence and Connections,” $20). We understand that some students may have difficulty paying, so we have funds set aside to help students pay for their textbook. Please let us know if you would like help to pay for the textbook. This is the only cost for our English program.
Levels and class times:
10:30 am – 12:00 pm Level 1 and Level 2
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Level 3 and Level 4
*Fridays only; subject to change based on student enrollment