Low-Beginner English
January 19 to March 2, 2026
Learners in this class understand some simple and familiar words. Learners are able to greet people and are able to use a few words, with some being able to speak in short sentences about familiar, everyday topics. Learners are able to read and understand simple and familiar words, getting to a level where there is an ability to understand simple short stories. Learners may still need pictures to help in their understanding. Learners will progress from being able to copy words and numbers to being able to write short, simple sentences about themselves or familiar things.
This class is held twice per week, with each class being two hours in length.
Time:
Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
Completion
To receive a Certificate of Participation, learners must attend at least 80% of the classes.
Fee
The fee for this class is $150. See below for information regarding payment options and financial assistance.
How to Register
- Call or text the program coordinator at 403-431-0091 (Please specify your location)
- Email programs@bowvalleylearning.ca (Please specify your location)
- Visit our Banff or Canmore offices, Monday to Thursday, 12 PM to 4 PM
- Book an appointment with the coordinator in either Banff or Canmore. The program coordinator can provide you with information about learning options and resources.
Registrations are accepted within the first 2 weeks of the class start date. No discounts will be applied.
Payment Options
You can pay using a credit or debit card, cash, or e-transfer. Payment is due upon registration. If a withdrawal is made in the first week, a full refund will be issued
To e-transfer: payment@bowvalleylearning.ca
Financial Assistance
For our core classes, we accept the Banff Access Card, the Canmore Affordable Services Card, and the Lake Louise ID9 Access Card. Your access card must be presented when you register for class and can only be used if your employer is not paying a portion of the course fee.
Class Cancellations/Withdrawals
- Schedule changes and class cancellations are sometimes unavoidable. If we postpone or reschedule a class, we will make every effort to notify registrants.
- Withdrawals are accepted up to 4:00 pm, the Thursday of the first week of the classes. A full refund will be issued.
- Bow Valley Adult Learning Centre requires a minimum enrollment of six learners for each class & classes with insufficient enrolment are cancelled one week prior to the course start date unless otherwise stated. Refunds will be issued for class cancellations.