Essential Skills Upgrading

Free English reading, writing, math and computer classes in Toronto for adults seeking to upgrade their skills and opportunities

The Essential Skills Upgrading (ESU) program provides free adult classes in Toronto to help learners improve their English reading and writing, mathematics, and computer skills. Our free adult classes are available in many locations across Toronto in Etobicoke, Bloor Street, Rexdale, North York and Scarborough.

We consider reading, writing, math and computer skills “essential” because we know they can be the foundation to a bright, new future. While ESU is a non-credit adult learning program, improving your reading, writing, and math skills:

increase your employment opportunities.
prepare you for high school, college, apprenticeship, or certificate programs.
can help you gain more confidence and independence.

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Essential Skills Upgrading Class Updates

Friday July 17, 2026 Essential Skills Upgrading (a Get SET program) may be winding down its summer school session, but your learning journey...

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Call us:
- West (500 The East Mall, Etobicoke) - 416-394-3809
- South/Central (777 Bloor St. West, Toronto) - 416-393-1995
- East (1641 Pharmacy Ave., Scarborough) - 416-396-6904

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