Adult Learner Services of Greater Derry

Learner Opportunities


Basic Education

  • basic reading instruction
  • writing skills
  • math for life skills


High School Equivalency (GED)


  • preparation for the 5-part test (Writing, Social Studies, Science, Literature, Math)


English as a Second Language (ESL)


  • conversational English
  • reading
  • writing
  • survival skills

Learner Requirements

  • meet with coordinator for assessment and intake interview
  • meet 2 to 4 hours per week with a tutor or attend class regularly
  • study and complete homework between tutoring sessions
  • contact tutor in advance to cancel or postpone a lesson
  • meet with coordinator for exit interview/assessment before leaving program