Gotoco FUNDED TEFL Adventures (Bali, Thailand, Colombia, Europe, SE Asia!) Reviews

My trip to Vietnam was amazing, especially getting to soak up the culture and eat all that great local food in my downtime. I also loved bonding with the locals and the other people on the program, and I really grew a lot in terms of confidence and independence. I would highly recommend this programme to anyone, especially friends pursuing their QTS. It offers invaluable hands-on, international classroom experience that drastically improves your adaptability, public speaking, and behavior management skills. Managing diverse groups and overcoming communication barriers provides a unique real-world teaching confidence

I really enjoyed my experience teaching in Vietnam. The country has so much to offer in terms of landscapes and different sceneries, as well as history and culture, but most importantly the people, vibe and energy was unmatched. I undertook this programme on a spontaneous decision and have not had any previous experience teaching. Though, I could not recommend it more if want to develop your communication and leadership skills. There was a good balance of teaching and also learning about the children's regular routines. Further Afield and Gotoco were super helpful and were very supportive during the whole process. Again, there is really nothing to loose and so much to gain, explore new places and enjoy it !!

My experience volunteering in Vietnam was truly unforgettable and one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

I’m so grateful for the opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture, meet incredible people, and create beautiful memories that I will cherish forever. Being able to work with the children, take part in cultural exchanges, and learn more about Vietnamese traditions made this experience even more special. Seeing the children’s smiles, enthusiasm, and excitement reminded me of how meaningful even the smallest interactions can be.

Beyond the volunteering itself, this journey allowed me to step outside my comfort zone, grow in confidence, become more independent, and see the world from a different perspective. I also had the pleasure of meeting amazing fellow volunteers who made the experience even more memorable.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped organise the programme and made us feel welcome throughout our time in Vietnam. I would highly recommend this opportunity to anyone looking to make a positive impact, experience a new culture, meet wonderful people, and create memories that will stay with them for a lifetime.

Vietnam will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will forever be grateful for this opportunity. 🇻🇳

I joined Gotoco's English teaching programme in Thailand in August 2026, and it was genuinely one of the best experiences I've had.

My favourite part was teaching English to children aged 6–12. We organised lessons, played educational games and spent time getting to know the students. The children were so welcoming, and by the end of the programme, we had built such a strong connection that saying goodbye was really emotional.

Another highlight was meeting people from different backgrounds and making friendships that I've continued since returning to the UK. We also had opportunities to explore Thailand, visit temples, experience the local culture and spend time together in Bangkok.

The funding support was a huge benefit, as it helped cover travel and living costs and made the experience much more accessible.

The programme also helped me become more confident, independent and adaptable. I improved my communication, teamwork and leadership skills while experiencing a completely different environment.

Overall, I would definitely recommend Gotoco to anyone interested in teaching abroad, travelling and experiencing something meaningful. It's an experience I'll always remember!

Gotoco made teaching in Thailand really easy to get into.

The team was friendly and organised, the training prepared me well, and I always felt supported along the way.

Teaching the kids was a lot of fun, and the cultural trips were a great extra, from temple visits to exploring on the weekends. It pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best way, and I met some great people while doing it.

Lesson planning takes some effort and the heat and food took some getting used to, but it was all worth it. I'd happily recommend it to anyone thinking about it!

I had a really positive experience with Gotoco and Further Afield during my teaching programme in Thailand. It was a great opportunity to experience a different culture, meet people from different backgrounds and step outside my comfort zone.

I particularly enjoyed working with the students, planning and delivering lessons and seeing them engage with the activities. The programme also helped me develop my communication skills, confidence and adaptability, which I know will be valuable in my future career.

The local partners were welcoming and supportive throughout the experience and the cultural activities gave us the opportunity to explore Thailand and learn more about local life. The application process was straightforward, communication was good and the teacher training provided useful ideas and resources to help us prepare.

Overall, I would recommend the programme to anyone looking for an opportunity to gain teaching experience, develop personally and experience life in another country.

I have previously completed a teaching placement with Gotoco, and it was as amazing this time as it was the first time. I had an amazing time in Vietnam and it feels so inspiring to teach these enthusiastic children. it inspires me to do something like this long-term as a career. I think that it is also such a unique experience so if you are in your summer break, you’re deciding to take a gap year, or you want to try something different and think that teaching is a good pathway for you, I think this placement is definitely worth checking out. I personally went to Vietnam and I really enjoyed my time there, as I think it is a little bit different from other countries such as Thailand which can be more westernised. I think it’s important to choose a country/ area that fits more with what you like!

Anyone looking for an adventure; look no more! This program is particularly good for someone who not only wants to travel, but wants to fill their travels with unique experiences. This program in particular lets you journey to China, while also meeting fellow students from the UK and the wider world. While meeting these new people, you get to experience how it is to teach English in a foreign country, as well as constantly having the opportunity to learn more about China via the tours and trips ran by Gotoco.

Teaching in Thailand for 2 weeks was awesome. It's the perfect blend of travel and tourism. You have the opportunity to see the country's more well-known destinations, but also it's far out areas where tourists don't normally travel. The teaching, as well, is so fun, it's such a unique way to interact and learn about another culture all whilst they are learning from you! Honestly can't think of any cons besides the 25 hours it takes to get to Thailand--but there's no way to end up in Thailand and have the experience without this so you just gotta stiff up a lip.

The most increadible experience
I really enjoyed meeting everyone on the programme and making new friendships. I think that we were all a very diverse crowd, coming from different backgrounds with different experiences, which made everything increadibly interesting and stimulating. I also think working with the kids was such an amazing and eye-opening experience. It gave me a great understanding of what it means to be a TEFL teacher and work with kids, and it has inspired me to continue looking for more TEFL opportunities that I hope to get involved in.

I think that Thailand as a destination was perfect and is a place that I would definitely love to explore further in the future. I believe that the support given by Gotoco before my departure was amazing, especially with the quick, thorough and reassuring responses that I received. I think that the structure was also well thought out, with each day consisting of something new with different events and activites. I appreciate the guidance and the support I was also given throughout the trip as well.

The programme coordinators were all increadibly nice and welcoming with a good attitude which was quite nice to have and were all great points of contact.