MVALP

Martha's Vineyard Adult Learning Program

DON’T JUST LEARN ENGLISH

Learn the English you need.

Our curriculum is designed to meet the specific needs of adult English language learners that live and work on the Island of Martha’s Vineyard. Since 1999 we have been helping adults attain their family, community, education, and work goals. Come and see what we are about!

Notices | Avisos:

Thank You for Your Interest in MVALP’s English Classes! The Interest Form is open for Online classes Waitlist ONLY.
Obrigado por seu interesse nas aulas de inglês da MVALP! O formulário de interesse está aberto APENAS para a lista de espera das aulas on-line.

Our Waitlist Policy can be read here (Política de lista de espera).

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Contact — 508 560 7704 if you need help, or have any questions.

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What We Offer:

Free classes and materials, convenient evening schedules, free transportation to and from school, professionally trained teachers, and much more.

FREE CLASSES AND MATERIALS

The program provides classes free of charge to registered students and provides all books, notebooks, and other study materials including online language platforms. Students do not pay for classes or materials.

FREE TRANSPORT

Don’t Drive? No car or license? No problem! A school bus can pick you up and drop you off along a convenient route that passes through Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, and Vineyard Haven.

CONVENIENT SCHEDULES

Classes are scheduled in the evenings and during the slower work season of September-April to accommodate Island workers. Both online and in-person classes are available.

TRAINED TEACHERS

MVALP instructors are highly trained and experienced. They bring years of collective educational, cultural, language, and pedagogical experience to the program.

STUDENT CENTERED CLASSES

As the student, the focus is on you. We are interested in what you have to say, what you think, and how you learn. All students actively participate in the classroom. The student does the majority of talking. The teacher is a facilitator of the learning.

BILINGUAL ADVISORS

A Portuguese-English speaking student advisor will assist you with understanding program policies and procedures. Her job is to help you overcome any barriers to the learning experience to help you meet your educational goals.

Why MVALP?

Get a better job and increase your earnings.

Help your children with their homework.

Meet immigration requirements

Participate in your community & meet your neighbors.

Testimonials

  • “This is a serious program and has great teachers.”

  • “This is a complete course that covers speaking, writing, reading, and grammar, so that you can really learn English! I am grateful for the dedication of the staff.”

  • “This is a complete course that covers speaking, writing, reading, and grammar, so that you can really learn English! I am grateful for the dedication of the staff.”

  • “The method is very good. Very good teachers and the director are excellent.”

  • “When my wife was pregnant, I went to the birthing classes with Americans, and I understood everything – thanks to this program.”

  • “It is the best program in all Martha’s Vineyard. It’s good for you, it’s important for your life and future.”