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

My experience with the program was highly enriching and well-organized. It seamlessly blended cultural immersion with practical insights, offering a deep dive into local traditions and activities while ensuring a smooth, enjoyable journey.
During the weekdays, I had the privilege of teaching at a local school. The experience was incredibly rewarding. The students, eager and enthusiastic, brought their own unique energy to the classroom. Their curiosity and dedication made teaching a joy and a privilege. The school's staff were welcoming and supportive, helping me integrate smoothly into the local education system. I found that teaching in Thailand was not just about imparting knowledge but also about learning from the students and immersing myself in their vibrant culture. The challenges I faced in the classroom only made the experience more fulfilling.
Overall the program has provided heavy exposure that would not have been feasible elsewhere and would recommended it to everyone - the teaching whilst traveling element was definitely a once in a lifetime experience!

I had an incredible experience with GoToCo's TEFL program! Teaching English in China was life-changing. The staff was supportive, the accommodations were comfortable, and I learned so much from the immersive experience. I loved interacting with students and exploring Chinese culture. The skills I gained in teaching, communication, and teamwork are invaluable. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking for meaningful international experience and professional growth. GoToCo truly delivers on all fronts!

I had such an amazing time on this programme. I was able to challenge myself by working abroad whilst having the structure and support from Gotoco. I was able to see some wonderful parts of Italy that I would never have normally got the chance to see. I felt fully immersed in Italian culture and got to lots of new things and experiences, like being driven to school on the back of a Vespa and having some of the best food I've ever eaten on a regular basis. I was also incredibly lucky to have met some really fantastic people on the programme, which made the experience so incredible and enjoyable. Even though it was challenging and exhausting at times, I got so much out of it and enjoyed the experience so much. I would love to go on another Gotoco programme!

Not many 20yrs old’s can say they have taught English in Thailand for 8 weeks for FREE! Having the opportunity to gain a TEFL or TESOL qualification has enabled me Job security at any moment in my life whilst also travelling and exploring a beautiful country.

It aided me in gaining confidence speaking in front of people, building relationships with people of all ages, and understanding different academic standards and curriculums across the world.

GoToco was a great company to work with openly offering support throughout the whole programme and being very clear with expectations as well as being happy to provide us any information that we requested.

An amazing experience to gain an insight to living independently abroad and navigating yourself through a foreign country, whether that may be within a rural town or in a never sleeping city.

The highlights were helping the students excel in their education, meeting locals and embracing the new culture. The memories created and the places visited will be of those I will never forget!

The greatest professional benefit may have been the fact I was working in a rural town, within a country I had never visited before and confucted myself in an amazing way to be able to teach a subject I have never taught.

Everything on the main part was a near perfect experience. Only once I have returned to England am I really appreciating the opportunity I was given and would do everything all over again.

I had such an amazing experience with Gotoco. This programme was a great way to explore China, while also developing many new skills. It was really rewarding seeing the progress my students made with their confidence and English proficiency over the course of the programme. I was also able to develop my teaching skills and feel much more confident now. China is such a beautiful country, and I had a great time exploring it with fellow participants. Would definitely recommend this programme to anyone who has an interest in both travel and teaching!

Everything about the TESOL Level 3 July programme to Thailand was brilliant: the training prior to the teaching, the 6 weeks in the school, the facilities and hospitality we were provided, the people I have met, and the final reflection week. The highlights of my experience were the students and staff that I met and the way they welcomed me into their school and community. I feel as if I have gained an amazing professional and cultural experience. Thanks to this experience, my leadership skills have been greatly improved along with my adaptability skills when faced with sudden difficult challenges on the spot. I would definitely recommend doing a Gotoco programme to anyone, as it is a great experience for those who want to go into teaching or anyone that wants to improve their overall leadership skills. I also think it is a great programme for cultural insight and professional development.

I joined the China Gotoco programme in the summer of 2024 and had a great experience. There were 40 of us altogether over a short 2 week programme. For many it was our first time teaching in a classroom setting and this was an unforgettable experience in a wonderful school in Hunan province. We were able to see a much larger amount of Hunan than we thought on either side of the teaching. The school were amazing hosts and we were able to build a really strong connection with our students throughout the time there, teaching a varied curriculum that was designed around making the learning fun and inclusive to all levels of our students. I would definitely recommend this programme to anyone who is thinking of teaching whether at home or abroad, it is certainly an unforgettable experience. The Gotoco staff were wonderful and very useful in everything from Visa applications to lesson planning.

I had such a great time teaching kids at MeisenTe Summer Camp in Dali! The experience was unique and I’m really grateful to Gotoco for providing this opportunity to live and work in such an interesting country. I felt warmly welcomed and supported by my Chinese colleagues who were equally proud of their work on the summer camp. I was able to experience new things every day such as rock climbing, mushroom foraging and making traditional rose flower cakes! Dali is an incredible place and I would recommend this program anyone looking for an adventure.

I met so many lovely and interesting people and it was such a new and fun way to spend the summer. I was based in Poland for three weeks with a forth 'culture' week in Warsaw and Krakow. The best part about doing it with Gotoco is that I stayed with a group of people my whole time there whereas other programmes have it as you are completely by yourself. Me and my group all became so close and there was always something to do. We all connected on deeper levels while becoming teachers and learning how to navigate a new culture and country together.