Best ESL Classes in Ottawa, ON

15 schools listed · 13 in Ottawa · 1 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · 10 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

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Ottawa Tutoring

Ottawa Tutoring

4.8 18 reviews
“If you are looking for a tutor in the Ottawa area I highly recommend Ottawa Tutoring.”
Ages 6–12Since 2017Online lessons
838 Somerset St W Unit 40
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Gift of the Gab French Language Services

Gift of the Gab French Language Services

4.4 15 reviews
“I would highly recommend Gabriel for anyone who wants to succeed in the government exams and has limited time to prepare”
From $55/hrOnline lessons
130 Albert St B-level Unit 4
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Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute

Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute

4.0 3 reviews
“A world-class place to learn English or French as a second language”
FinancingPrices online
70 Laurier Ave E Room 130
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Tefl Wonderland

Tefl Wonderland

5.0 1 review
Online lessonsOpen 24 hoursSince 2022
440 Laurier Ave W
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Local Language Training Inc.

Local Language Training Inc.

4.5 3 reviews
“Helped me get a C in oral expression after years of trying, would recommend!”
Online lessons
440 Laurier Ave W #200
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Clic Ottawa

Clic Ottawa

5.0 5 reviews
“I have only been taking this class for a short while but i would definetly recommend it to anyone looking to learn or improve their french.”
Since 2021
222 Queen St Suite 1000
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The 15 schools listed for Ottawa, ON teach English as a second language. Which courses, levels and exams each covers comes from what it publishes; ratings and student quotes come from public listings.

Area overview: Ottawa, ON

13 of the 15 schools we list are based in Ottawa; the other 2 serve Ottawa from Gatineau, QC (7 km). The schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 150 reviews; 10 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. Domain records put 5 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 offers payment plans and 1 offers a free trial or consultation. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 1 takes 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 enrol.

How do I compare ESL courses before visiting?

All 15 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.

Éducation Permanente

Éducation Permanente

4.9 9 reviews
“Ten stars go to professor Franck, who animated every single session of the course in a creative, and intellectual way..”
181 Donald St
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Academie De Formation Linguistique (Afl) Inc

Academie De Formation Linguistique (Afl) Inc

5.0 1 review
Online lessons
1505 Laperriere Ave Suite B100
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La Cite Language School

La Cite Language School

4.4 3 reviews
“Excellent school, great place to learn a new language and the staff are very qualified”
Online lessonsSince 1981
280 Albert St #500
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Saint Patrick's Adult School

Saint Patrick's Adult School

4.2 12 reviews
“I enjoyed everything there, attending the online classes (moreover, free of charge), nice online concerts, and pizza parties.”
Since 2003
290 Nepean St
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Ecole de Langues Eagle

Ecole de Langues Eagle

5.0 1 review
176 Gloucester St 3rd Floor, suite 305
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ICL Language Academy

ICL Language Academy

5.0 1 review
Online lessonsSince 1997
63 Sparks St. #201
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English Language Tutoring

English Language Tutoring

5 instructorsSince 1991
404 McArthur Ave.
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Insitu

Insitu

5.0 2 reviews
“A professional school providing the best quality and returns.”
Online lessonsSince 2012
Gatineau, QC · 7 km from Ottawa
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Academy Language International Sadia

Academy Language International Sadia

5.0 2 reviews
“A good school with a good teacher I learned a lot thanks to Sadia”
Since 2005
Gatineau, QC · 7 km from Ottawa
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