The Portland English Language Academy (PELA) provides high-quality English language instruction tailored to the diverse needs of students from multiple cultural backgrounds.
Students will have opportunities to explore, discover, and learn English in all its uses, building the skills needed to communicate effectively. We teach living English as it is used in a changing world.
PELA is located in the center of downtown Portland, Oregon: a safe, friendly, and affordable city.
Learn English quickly in our English Language Programs!
• Intensive or Semi-Intensive English
• Intensive or Semi-Intensive + Volunteer
• Intensive or Semi-Intensive TOEFL
• Intensive or Semi-Intensive IELTS
• TOEIC & IELTS Test Preparation Classes, too!
PELA students enjoy:
• New program start dates every month
• Small class sizes
• Multiple instructors each day
• Morning or afternoon programs
• Access to conversation groups and partners to practice English speaking with
• CEA Accredited English programs
• Fun student events and activities planned each month!