Program Reviews

I had the best time on the short stay Thailand teaching programme. I absolutely loved my experience with Gotoco. From all the people I have met along the way to exploring different areas of Thailand, it has been incredible. The whole Gotoco team is lovely and very helpful throughout the whole process. I was lucky enough to meet some amazing people and make some great friendships. The orientation week activities (such as a meditation session with a monk) was great, I loved teaching the kids at my placement school and the chance to explore new areas of Thailand on the weekends was a major highlight for me. I was able to improve my flexibility, confidence and gain valuable teaching experience. Overall, my time in Thailand has been one of the best experiences of my life and I am very grateful to Gotoco for providing that opportunity with their funded flight and accommodation package. I would 100% recommend anyone that is thinking of teaching abroad to do it with Gotoco - they won't let you down!

I spent 8 weeks in Thai Binh city in the north of Vietnam. I taught around 20 hours a week to a range of ages, from kindergarteners (3-6) to post-university students (21+). This range of ages allowed me to teach in different styles and challenged me to adapt my teaching skills. Through the program I learnt invaluable communication skills and made great friends. I lived with 7 other teachers and we travelled together at the weekends exploring the beauty of Vietnam. Gotoco covered the cost of flights as well as accommodation and food for the duration of the teaching program as well as organising 5 days for an end of program trip.

This programme has made me so confident in my ability to engage in a professional and meaning life outside of the UK. I feel confident in immersing myself in a culture different to my own and be able to comfortably create a life for myself.
Being able to immerse myself in an authentic Colombian town and live a life here was amazing. I loved experiencing an education system that was very different to ours and sees children being more vocal and affectionate with their teachers. It was also amazing to learn how to salsa, engage in daily casual activities and explore different parts of Colombia. I met so many amazing people and made friends for life.

My favourite thing was living with a Vietnamese host as I constantly felt integrated into the cultural practices. She often told us a lot about the history and practices of her hometown and other places in Vietnam.

This was my first experience teaching and it has taught me important transferrable skills as communication, people management, and public speaking. Moreover, being immersed in a different culture completely has been an eye-opening experience which has broadened my worldview.

The application was fairly straightforward in terms of administration from the candidate's end. And GOTOCO were very helpful all steps of the way - I truly felt supported.

The experience was great. There was lots of support before we left, and tons of support during the course also. We were given training, support and guidance as to how to teach the kids, and were given a 2 week training course whilst in bali to ensure we knew what to do and how to handle classroom situations.

Overall, the Trinity CertTESOL work was straightforward to follow, and allowed you to reflect on your teaching and develop new ways to teach. The staff were all helpful, and always answered any questions we had.

I had an absolutely wonderful experience participating in the GoToCo Thailand TESOL program. From the moment I arrived in Thailand, I was captivated by the beautiful landscapes, rich culture, and warm hospitality of the Thai people.

One of the most rewarding aspects of the program was the opportunity to work with Thai children and witness the positive impact I was making on their English language skills. Teaching English as a second language was not only fulfilling but also incredibly gratifying. It was heartwarming to see the enthusiasm and eagerness of the students to learn, and their progress throughout the program was truly remarkable.

Aside from the teaching aspect, the program also allowed me to explore the diverse and enchanting country of Thailand during my free time. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the serene beaches of the southern islands, I had the chance to immerse myself in Thai culture, savor delicious local cuisine, and create lasting memories.

Overall, the GoToCo Thailand TESOL program provided me with an enriching and transformative experience. It not only deepened my appreciation for teaching and cultural exchange but also allowed me to develop a deeper connection with Thailand and its people. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a meaningful adventure that combines teaching, travel, and personal growth.

Teaching English with full funding in Bali was an incredible experience. Not only did I have the opportunity to immerse myself in the Balinese culture, but I also found immense joy in sharing my knowledge and language skills with eager and motivated students. The gotoco team were very helpful, and the accommodation and food provided were very good. Being able to travel around the island and having freedom on the weekends was a highlight of the experience, as we were able to see more of Bali and travel around the nearby islands.

It's one of very few fully funded courses available put there, most require a massive chunk of money that you don't get back. This is different and a genuine company. If you want an amazing travel experience, emersed in the culture then sign up. The programme is very enjoyable, you push yourself out of your comfort zone and get to understand a new way of life and expand your mind, not to mention the qualification and new opportunities you unlock. I was sceptical at first but once I understood this is funded by the British touring scheme and read all the reviews, I knew it was for me. You won't regret it!!!

Hi guys. If you're looking on the overseas website to try and find a job or voluntary position abroad you're probably having to filter through loads of 'Volunteering opportunities' where they try and make you pay hand over fist for whatever. GOTOCO IS FULLY FUNDED AND YOU GET A QUALIFICATION - absolutely banging - loved my time here in Vietnam - they had an amazing trip for us at the end which was just incredible. Communication could be a little better at times between coordinators and gotocoers - plus the teaching induction at the beginning wasn't sufficient but the schools are great at getting you on your feet.

This program was a wonderful experience that I would recommend to anyone! I was attracted to this program because of the funded opportunity to travel to Bali, but was hesitant that it wasn't going to be as good as I expected. But it really was. The accommodation was great, the staff and coordinators were approachable, and the cultural events that were arranged were great for letting you understand the country. At the weekends, you had the chance to go and explore other parts of the island, which I really enjoyed, as it is such a beautiful island. The best aspect for me was probably the teaching, which was a really fun and interesting experience.