This humanitarian action in Thailand consist into working alongside the students in various shcools as an english animator. We support several child development centers, kindergartens, primary schools, and secondary schools, where students range in age from 2.5 to 18 years old.
You have to choose during your inscription between theChild Care or the Teaching project.These are distinct age groups, specifically kindergarten or primary school.
Family projects are designed for children aged 4 and up. Our advisors will provide personalized recommendations based on your children’s ages, the destination, and the type of mission.
During these periods, you can take part in activities at day camps and English workshops, which are frequently requested by the local community. If the local child development center requires assistance at that time, keep in mind that you will be working with young children who will need a very different approach compared to primary or secondary school students.
Be creative! Children love songs, dances, and games. You’ll have the freedom to bring your own ideas and initiatives to share your knowledge and culture with them. Those with a BAFA certification or teaching experience will be particularly in demand for these missions.
Before heading to the mission site, you will work with local coordinators to review the day’s lessons, materials, and educational activities to ensure continuity in the children’s learning.
Our teaching have two objectives : Of course, it is about helping children in rural areas of Thailand to speak and learn English (in most cases, even their teachers are not fluent in English).
On the other hand, it will give you an insight into the Thai education system and allow you to discover what they learn and how. It is also a great opportunity to build connections with students and teachers, sharing and creating lasting memories together.
Monday to Friday:
Classes can be held in the morning or afternoon, depending on the school and its conditions. Here is an example of a typical day on the project:
ou will leave the volunteer accommodation between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, depending on the school. The classes you teach will last 3 hours and will be scheduled in the morning or afternoon, depending on the time slot availability and the school.
On some days, you will be required to teach children both in the morning and the afternoon. Lunch is usually provided at the school or the center, depending on the planned schedule. You will work alongside other teachers and classroom facilitators, where you can also assist in creating lesson plans and organizing activities.
You will prepare the next day’s lessons at the volunteer house between 1:00 and 3:00 pm. in the afternoon. Les week-ends sont libres.
This schedule may be changed and/or modified depending on the weather, local conditions, or unforeseen circumstances.
This project starts every week. Arrivals are on Sundays between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM local time at Chiang Mai International Airport.
Duration in weeks | Total mission budget |
|---|---|
2 weeks | 1050 € |
3 weeks | 1340 € |
4 weeks | 1670 € |
5 weeks | 2050 € |
6 weeks | 2330 € |
7 weeks | 2710 € |
8 weeks | 3040 € |
9 weeks | 3420 € |
10 weeks | 3800 € |
11 weeks | 4180 € |
12 weeks | 4560 € |
The projects are located in Chiang Mai and the volunteer
house is located 20-30 minutes from the schools. You will share a room with 4 to 8 people, with shared bathrooms for each room. The maximum accommodation capacity is 30 volunteers.
A local coordinator will be available 24/7.
Three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided during the week, and two meals (brunch and dinner) will be provided on weekends.
Modest” clothing (covering the knees and shoulders) is required at the school and within the local community.
You have to choose during your inscription between the Child Care or the Teaching project. These are different age groups, namely: kindergarten or primary school.
You can bring educational materials/resources for your class, such as:
For any international project, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness and repatriation, including civil liability for professional activities abroad.
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If you choose another insurance provider, we will ask you to send us a copy of your insurance certificate in English.
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Our projects are selected to ensure safety. Families benefit from a reassuring environment and supervised activities. The days are designed to include both children and adults, with a flexible pace and shared moments of discovery.
Yes! For families who want to travel together, we offer programs specifically designed to welcome children from 4, 10, or 15 years old, depending on the project. Our program pages indicate whether they are family-friendly, or you can contact our team to learn more.
You’ll stay together in accommodation with private rooms, in shared houses, or in comfortable local hostels.
