Our Programs

Adult Basic Education (ABE)

Students improve reading, writing, and math skills. Incoming students receive assessment and are placed according to their personal needs and goals.

General Educational Development (GED)

The program is designed to assist students in mastering the knowledge and skills necessary for passing the General Educational Development (GED) exams and earning a State of Florida High School Diploma.

Adult High School Credit

Eligible students may continue their pursuit of a traditional high school credit diploma  issued by the School Board of Polk County.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL),serves limited-English-speaking adults who need to improve their communication skills in English to obtain a job, to better function in the community, and/or to continue their education.

Family Literacy Program and Childcare

West Area Adult School has a true family literacy program, including a free daytime Pre-kindergarten program on our main campus for the children of our full-time adult students.

Use the navigation menu to the left to find out more about each program!

Our Mission

The mission of West Area Adult School is to provide relevant learning experiences that prepare adult students to be responsible, productive members of the workforce.

West Area Adult School

Did you know......

West Area Adult School (formerly The Central Avenue School) has been listed on The National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C., since July 22, 1999!