English Accent Tutor
“If you are serious about improving your accent, you should definitely consider taking classes with Ellen.”
Best ESL Classes in Washington, DC
10 schools listed · 5 in Washington · 1 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
We are still growing
There are too few quality options within 15 miles, so we have expanded area of coverage to up to 60 miles from you. This includes Washington and several other cities.
Spanish Education Development (Sed) Center
“Love SED Center my two children went to this center and were very happy in this place, we love Mrs.”
The Next Step Public Charter School
“The atmosphere in the building and classrooms was so warm from the students, to the teachers and all assorted staff.”
Arlington Education and Employment Program (Reep)
“My English was just kind of "not good" but I really recommend it to everybody who looks to improve his English because it helped me a lot.”
Layc Career Academy PCS
“I enjoyed my time here the instructors during my time at LAYCCA were also really helpful as well.”
Polyglotte
“In particular, I am grateful for the school's efforts to be as flexible as possible with my work schedule.”
The 10 schools listed for Washington, DC teach English as a second language. Which courses, levels and exams each one covers comes from what it publishes itself; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Washington, DC
5 of the 10 schools we list are based in Washington; the other 5 serve Washington from Arlington, VA (5 mi) and Alexandria, VA (7 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 141 reviews; 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 20 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation. We have a website on file for 8 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
How do I compare ESL courses before visiting?
8 of the 10 schools here have a website on file, and that is where course types, levels, start dates and exam options are listed. Read whether classes are general or exam-focused, because a school can look identical to another from a listing and teach something completely different.
Rainbow Language Center
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English With Purpose
“It is not only an opportunity to improve your English skills but also to meet people from different parts of the world.”
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