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Premier TEFL

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Why choose Premier TEFL?

📢 We’re Premier TEFL, a team of travel‑obsessed education experts helping people turn “maybe one day” into a real teaching adventure. We design accredited TEFL courses that are flexible, practical, and recognised by employers worldwide. ✅

🔥 Who we are
We’re a fun, friendly team with over 25 years’ combined recruiter experience. We'll get you to teaching English and travelling faster & smarter. Each TEFL course enrolment is someone’s new chapter in life.

What makes us different:
⭐ 4.7+ star ratings from 1,000s of happy trainees.
💰 Great value for money on fully accredited, government‑regulated training, with flexible payment plans.
🔁 14‑day money‑back guarantee – try us, totally risk‑free.
♾️ Lifetime‑valid TEFL certification you can rely on

💡 Why people choose Premier TEFL
When we ask new learners why they picked us over a third say our reviews and accreditations, another third say our value for money, and many mention our customer support as the final push of confidence.

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Reviews

Alice
29
Male
United Kingdom
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
📢 Get Paid to Travel. Get TEFL Certified & Teach English Worldwide

Good content but very text heavy

Jul 18, 2025

The course material is very thorough, and you learn a lot. I did the Level 5 diploma and the grammar sections are excellent.

My only criticism is that it's very reading-intensive. I'm more of a visual learner, so I would have liked more videos or interactive graphics.

The tutor support was good, though, and they always answered my questions.

Overall, it's a solid course that gives you a strong foundation, but adding more visual content would make it even better for people with different learning styles.

What would you improve about this program?
The text is very heavy, need to make it light.
Pros
  • Learning to the moon
  • Interactive learning
  • Support is ok.
Cons
  • Support is slow a little bit.
Response from Premier TEFL

Thank you for your feedback! We’re happy you loved the thorough course material and found the grammar sections excellent. It’s great to hear our tutor support team was able to assist you whenever you had questions - that’s exactly what we’re here for!

We really appreciate your honest suggestion about adding more visual content like videos and interactive graphics. It’s feedback like yours that helps us improve and cater to different learning styles. We’re working on expanding these resources to make the learning experience even more engaging for visual learners.

If you ever want to reconnect with us or refer a friend who’s considering TEFL, we’d love to hear from you!

By Premier TEFL on August 5, 2025
Ashley
26
Female
United States
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
📢 Get Paid to Travel. Get TEFL Certified & Teach English Worldwide

Good content but very text heavy

Jul 18, 2025

I recently completed the Level 5 TEFL Diploma, and overall, I found the course to be very comprehensive and informative. The structure is clearly laid out, and the material covered all the essential areas I was hoping to strengthen — especially grammar. I have to say, the grammar sections were particularly strong, which I appreciated because it's an area I used to feel unsure about. The course really helped me understand how to break down concepts like tenses, conditionals, and sentence structure in a way I can confidently explain to future students.

One of the things I liked the most was how in-depth the content was. It doesn’t feel rushed or shallow. Everything is explained with solid examples, and there are plenty of opportunities to test your understanding along the way. You genuinely come away from each unit having learned something meaningful, and by the end of the course, I felt much more prepared for classroom situations — both online and in person.

What would you improve about this program?
Perhaps the tests/ quizzes could be a bit more difficult. Perhaps, you could make questions more random when it comes to retaking the test.
Pros
  • Now very careful with my pronunciations and punctuations
  • Explore many things
  • Enjoyably best Moments
Response from Premier TEFL

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear how much you valued the comprehensive structure and in-depth content of the Level 5 TEFL Diploma. It’s fantastic that the grammar sections gave you that extra boost of confidence—grammar is a tricky area for many, so knowing it clicked for you is brilliant feedback.

We also love hearing that you felt prepared for both online and in-person teaching after completing the course. That’s exactly the outcome we aim for.

If you ever want to reconnect with us or refer a friend who’s thinking about TEFL, we’d absolutely love to hear from you.

By Premier TEFL on August 5, 2025
Lilibeth
29
Female
United States
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
Top Rated Paid Semester TEFL Internship in Thailand - OPEN NOW

Good first time abroad experience

Jun 1, 2023

It was great to have assistance with everything regarding visas and work permits, as this was my first time abroad I think dealing with all that would have been overwhelming. It was also great to have other teachers from the agency starting out with me, so if you are nervous about being alone I recommend asking for a placement where other English teachers are. My students were amazing and I miss them, though some classes were very tough, be prepared to work. You will get opportunities to travel.

Pros
  • Visa and work permit assitance
  • Free housing
  • Assitsance available through out the year
Cons
  • Some disorganization within in the school and the agency
  • You must pay your own way from orientation to your teaching placement
  • Last minute updates which may cause you to miss/ rearrange your classes
Response from Premier TEFL

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear that having support with visas and work permits made your first time abroad smoother, it can definitely feel overwhelming without that guidance. It’s also lovely to hear how valuable it was to start out with other teachers by your side; that sense of community makes such a difference when you're far from home.

Your advice about requesting a placement with other English teachers is spot on, and we’re sure it will help others who might be feeling a little nervous about going solo. And it’s wonderful that you formed such a strong bond with your students, even through the tough classes!

If you ever want to reconnect with us, share more stories, or refer a friend who’s thinking of teaching abroad, we’d love to hear from you.

By Premier TEFL on August 5, 2025
Sotonye
44
Female
Nigeria
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
📢 Get Paid to Travel. Get TEFL Certified & Teach English Worldwide

180 Hours Certificate course TEFL

Dec 24, 2022

Overal the course was really excellent. It provides teaching opportunities as a secondary or even primary income when I do hopefully start my online teaching. I Found the course to be very thorough and every aspect was covered in both questions and required answers field, however, it made it a bit tedious and very long but as the saying goes “no pain no gain right?” I would like to add that help was ever present when needed and I would like to personally commend and thank ROSE in (CUSTOMER SUPPORT) who held my hand when I felt overwhelmed, who was very kind, compassionate and encouraged me to finish.

Pros
  • Parts of English that I spoke naturally but fully understand the structure and how it differs from other languages
  • Good addition to my CV and a source of additional income when I start to reach online
  • Now very careful with my pronunciations and punctuations
Cons
  • Fatigue
  • Found it very tedious
Sotonye Bristol (TEFL Ambassador)😀❤️🙏
Luke
31
Male
Ireland
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
3 - 12 Month TEFL internship in Argentina + 120 hour TEFL course

An unforgettable experience in Argentina!

May 12, 2022
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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Abbey Francis

Program
📢 Get Paid to Travel. Get TEFL Certified & Teach English Worldwide
Abbey is an online English teacher from Australia living in France. Having always had a passion and desire to travel, Abbey made a career change to become an online teacher. Now she is able to travel the world and work on the road.
Abbey F.

Why did you choose this program?

I chose to complete my TEFL certificate with Premier Tefl because I knew it was the first thing I needed to start teaching English online. I wanted to choose a company that had courseware that would actually prep me for my new career, which is what I got with this company. Not only that, Premier Tefl provides so much support and guidance to their students. I received a stellar course and wonderful support from the team that made the transition into online teaching so much easier than I expected.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

Premier Tefl was an incredible company to complete my 120hr TEFL certificate through. Correspondance with their team was always easy and they provided so much support throughout the course. The course itself was great! I actually felt like I was learning the necessary tools to become an ESL teacher. The software was easy to navigate and the course was engaging from start to finish. I completed my certificate feeling as though I was really ready to start teaching ESL students.

The only thing you have to organise on your own is actually completing the course!

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

If you're thinking about getting your TEFL certificate and completing a Premier Tefl course, I would highly recommend getting yourself a small notebook to write down what you're learning. The courseware is very informative and educational. The new knowledge that I obtained, I was able to retain and use in real-life ESL teaching because I wrote things down as I was studying them.

I would also recommend seeking the help of the staff for any query you may have whether that's in relation to the course itself or the opportunities that having a TEFL certificate can provide you with. The whole team is really supportive and helpful!

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

You can complete your TEFL certificate at your own pace with Premier TEFL. If you want to study the course quickly, it is possible to do so! I wanted to complete the course quickly so that I could start my new career as an online ESL teacher as soon as possible. I studied for at least a few hours every day until I completed it. However, you have that flexibility, so it really depends on your individual situation. I would recommend putting some time into it every day so that the knowledge you're learning remains fresh in your mind and you can start your career as an ESL teacher sooner.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

I think my biggest fear starting my career as an ESL teacher was whether I could retain students and make a lasting career out of having my TEFL. I realised pretty quickly that I had a passion for teaching English as a foreign language and I was equipped with the knowledge to do so thanks to Premier TEFL. Honestly, I am so glad I got my TEFL and made the change in my career, I now have a ton of amazing students who I get to teach daily, I really didn't need to have that fear.

What advice would you give to future TEFL teachers?

Just do it! As cliche as that may sound, having a TEFL certificate has opened up so many doors for me. I can now fulfill my passion for travel, while at the same time working a job that I am very passionate about. It is so rewarding to see my students improve their skills in every class and to make strong connections with them and their families.

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Zoé Moreau

Program
Teach English for 5 Months in Vibrant Vietnam
Job Title
Marketing and sales assistant
Zoé is a french student working for Premier TEFL as a part of her course. She joined the company at the beginning of January.

What is your favorite travel memory?

When I was in Ireland, in middle school: we stopped in the middle of nowhere for a short break. There was a lot of fog but we could see a beautiful landscape. The ground was covered by a kind of red moss surrounded by hills. The atmosphere had a bit of "magic", we were completely separated from the rest of the world.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

As a french native speaker, I am feeling much more confident in oral English since I am working at Premier TEFL. Even though I make mistakes, I try again and gain self-confidence. Plus, this company gives me another way to see the "world of work"! It is not always a synonym for stress, it can also be a synonym for joy and achievements!

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

I heard about a girl in Vietnam. It is really simple, but touching: she woke up surrounded by beautiful landscapes after making new friends the day before and thought "Woah, this is my life!". I think that this kind of feeling, of thinking, is the best we can have! It is during these kinds of moments that we realize how lucky we are, and how life is beautiful.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I would say the internship in Vietnam! I have been interested in Asia for a long time, and, for me, Vietnam has something that the other countries don't have. Apart from magnificent landscapes and culture, I really want to discover the people there. As a European, I think their way to see the world, to live, would open my scope and help me grow up! Teaching there would bring me as much as I will give to the other.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

I can't say I am "proud" of my team, because I am a part of it for a short time, but I admire them! And I think that what makes my company unique is its team: they are a real team, not only a group of people who work in the same office. Each person has his skills, they collaborate and help others when it is needed, always with a smile! They are caring towards each other, their customers, and the newcomers! It is a pleasure to work in such a good company and trustworthy team.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Once again: the team! From my point of view, a good idea can only be properly developed if the staff is competent and work as a team.

Even with the best idea in the world, if your teammates work alone, don't communicate, or are lazy... it is useless. But if your team is built intelligently and everybody wants to make the project hit the top, everything is possible!