Education & Adult Learning in Portland

GED and HiSET preparation, adult education classes, literacy tutoring, college programs for adult learners, and early childhood education across Maine. It is never too late to learn something new.

3 resources Cumberland County
Available Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adult Education Program

Portland Adult Education

Portland Public Schools

Maine's largest adult education program offers free HiSET preparation, ESL classes, college transition support, job skills training, and on-site HiSET testing.

Free Walk-in
14 Locust Street, Portland, ME 04101
Verified Mar 2026
Available Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (statewide office); tutoring schedules vary
Adult Literacy

Literacy Volunteers of Maine

Literacy Volunteers of Maine

Statewide network of 14 community-based affiliates providing free, confidential, one-on-one tutoring for adults who need help with reading, writing, math, and English language skills.

Free By Appointment
142 High Street, Suite 526, Portland, ME 04101
Verified Mar 2026
Available Hours: Contact for current schedule
Community Education & Youth Development

LearningWorks

LearningWorks

Community education nonprofit providing free English language and literacy tutoring for immigrants and refugees, plus YouthBuild (ages 16-24) combining HiSET prep with construction skills training.

Free
181 Brackett Street, Portland, ME 04102
Verified Apr 2026