Program Reviews

I had the most incredible, enriching experience of my life volunteering teaching children English in Vietnam. I couldn't recommend the program more! The activities that the organisers had for us were incredible as well as the fun times I had teaching the kids. The people I met on the program as well were incredible and really enhanced my experience. Even if teaching is not your thing, I would still recommend the program as it is just an enriching life experience that I think everyone should do .

I had the privilege of teaching English in Ninh Binh city, Vietnam, and the experience was nothing short of transformative. From the vibrant streets of Ninh Binh city to the warm smiles of my students, every moment was a unique adventure.

The cultural immersion was a highlight. Living and working in Vietnam allowed me to understand the nuances of daily life, and my students generously shared their traditions and perspectives. This cultural exchange enhanced the classroom experience and enriched our interactions.
The enthusiasm of my students was contagious. Despite the language barrier, their eagerness to learn and engage in the lessons made every day rewarding.

I had an amazing summer teaching in Thailand with Gotoco. The trip was really well organised and I was given a lot of information prior to departure. The team assisted me with any questions I had and it was very easy to apply and register with the organisation. The trip is so well funded and this really is an opportunity of a lifetime! When arriving in Thailand I felt very safe and well looked after by the Gotoco team. I got to experience Thai culture and travel around and see a lot in such a short time! Working in a Thai school was a heartwarming experience and I met some truly wonderful people. I was glad to take part in this experience with like minded people and would definitely recommend trying something like this to experience a new culture but also to gain work experience. Teaching is a job that requires lots of different skills and this type of experience is a great way to build a broad skillset and push yourself out of your comfort zone to build confidence. The TESOL course is a great thing to add to your CV and was easy to fit in around travelling and working with Gotoco. Apply now!

Had an amazing time in Vietnam working with Gotoco. I was placed in a state school in Ninh Binh and worked from Monday to Friday and was able to travel on the weekends. I was able to explore a large part of northern Vietnam. After the trip, gotoco arranged a trip to the centre of Vietnam - it was amazing to be able to visit a new part of the country I felt very fortunate to have had the opportunity to completely immerse myself in a new culture, whilst obtaining a TESOL qualification. Met some great people!

Spending 6 weeks in Thailand was a fantastic experience. Teaching english and becoming immersed in local Thai culture is an opportunity I suggest everyone takes!
The highlight of my experience with Gotoco was certainly teaching my classes and engaging with the students. As I had never done any formal teaching before it was a relatively new experience to me but extremely enjoyable. The students were entertaining and fun to teach. It was great meeting so many different people from rural Thailand and learning about their lives.
I would recommend Gotoco because the I got a lot from the program. The fact it is fully funded is a great advantage but it also provides fascinaiting cultural exchange and a very unique opportunity to explore parts of the world I may not have otherwise gotten the chance to.

Getting indulgenced in the local community of Vietnam and seeing what it likes to be a teacher. Really opened my eyes up to what is required and teaching children . Flights are reimbursed at the end of the programme and food was covered with a stipend. Vietnam is a beautiful country and decided to stay on after the programme to travel!

My highlight was watching kids smile from me teaching, such a humbling experience. The location didn't have a lot of English presence so we were took back when people approached me in the shops and kids running up to you.

The best thing about my experience was experiencing a true taste of Vietnamese life from living in my small town, mostly surrounded by Vietnamese locals. Juxtaposing this with my weekend/ post-programme trips to larger cities across Vietnam really gave me the full experience of Vietnam and what it has to offer. This programme has afforded me many opportunities that I would not have had by simply travelling through Vietnam. From exposure to local customs to the people I have met, it has enriched my time in Vietnam far more than coming as a tourist would have.

The programme was supportive and very helpful throughout. I really enjoyed my time and participating in different activities everyday. I enjoyed how culturally focused the programme was and allowed me to learn so much about Thailand. Gotoco provides people with a unique and valuable experience to aid in future career prospects. It has also allowed me to make lifelong friendships with people from the cohort.

The group as a whole was super supportive and the chosen coordinators for my specific group were amazing! Besides the obvious travel for the first few months, I really enjoyed watching people in my group grow throughout the trip.

The bali gotoco programme was too good to be true in some aspects in relation to funded flights and meals as well as accommodation. It was great to live nearby a busy town while still living in a quieter village surrounded by local businesses and families. I feel that our cohort became apart of their community by being invited to gatherings such as weddings and festivals and really gave an insight to how kind the baliense people are. The opportunity to travel to bali and teach was incredible and would reccomend to anyone who is thinking of doing it.

I had the incredible opportunity to teach English in Thailand for 6 weeks, and it was truly amazing!

The support from Gotoco was great, and they made the entire process smooth, from the initial application to my arrival. Their team was always ready to answer my questions and help us out. In Thailand, the cultural immersion, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of my students were beyond what I could have ever imagined. From the orientation week, I felt confident and well-prepared for the classroom, and made genuine connections with my students, and helping them develop their English language skills.

Gotoco helps you grow professionally, by doing the Tesol course, but more importantly I learned more about myself, gained a deeper understanding of Thai culture, and formed lifelong friendships with fellow teachers and locals. It's an experience that has left an indelible mark on my life. Definitely recommend!!