The Brunner Literacy Center (BLC) is a nonprofit adult learning organization in Dayton, Ohio that offers free, individualized educational support for adults, including GED® (General Educational Development) preparation. The program helps adult learners build the reading, math, language, and comprehension skills needed to successfully earn a GED credential and achieve personal or professional goals.
BLC uses a one‑on‑one tutoring model where volunteer tutors work closely with each learner to tailor instruction according to skill level and goals.
🕒 Hours
- Main Office: Monday–Thursday, typically 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (varies by location)
- Flexible Scheduling: Tutoring can be arranged outside core hours by appointment, including evenings or weekends for in‑person or virtual sessions.
📍 Location
- Shiloh Springs Site: 1995 Shiloh Springs Rd., Dayton, OH 45426
- Reibold Building Site: 14 W. Fourth St., Floor 10 (Group Room 3), Dayton, OH 45417
(Additional tutoring may take place in community partners’ spaces or online.)
📞 Contact
- Phone: (937) 567‑9600
- Website: https://www.brunnerliteracy.org/
🧰 Services (including GED support)
- 📘 GED® Preparation: Covers core subject areas — math, social studies, reading, and science — using practice tests and tailored instruction so adults can earn a GED credential.
- 📚 Adult Basic Education (ABE): Builds foundational reading and math skills up to pre‑GED levels.
- 🎓 Continuing Education: Support for goals after a GED, such as college readiness or professional exams.
- ✍️ English Language Learning (ELL): Helps non‑native English speakers improve conversational and academic English.
- 👩🏫 One‑on‑one tutoring tailored to individual goals and timelines.
✅ Requirements
- Adults (typically 19+) – BLC serves adult learners regardless of background.
- No educational prerequisites – Learners start where they are and work toward their goals with personalized support.
💲 Cost
- FREE services – Tutoring, materials, and support are provided at no cost to learners.
💡 Tips
- You can begin at basic skill levels and work up through GED prep — no GED‑ready skills are required to start.
- Flexible scheduling and both in‑person and online tutoring help fit learning around work or family responsibilities.
- Calling ahead to discuss your goals will help staff match you with the right tutor and schedule.
