The Fewer Things Reviews

Coming to teach in Thailand is honestly one of the best decisions of my life. Right before flying over, I admit I got cold feet. I was about to be on a continent I had never been before, away from everything and everyone I knew. But it has been nothing but amazing.

The TFT team has been so incredibly supportive. Moving to a different country can be incredibly confusing, especially if you don’t speak the language, and while there may be points of frustration, you’re never alone. All the visa, work permit, and any other such processes are handled for you by very capable hands, and the team is always just a text away.

When you first arrive, you have a whole group of people waiting to help introduce you to what life in Thailand is going to be like. And it only gets better from there. The school environment is great and everybody is very friendly - we just had a huge Christmas celebration, which was a nice reminder of home. There’s also so much opportunity to travel and experience amazing new things that you will not want to leave.

If you’ve stumbled upon the TFT page and are thinking about doing a program, you’re on the site for a reason.

I would thoroughly recommend the China programme at TFT to start your teaching journey in China. I had no experience in teaching or any idea on how to get a job in China. The Fewer Things supported me in achieving my TEFL certificate and guided me through all the admin to move to China smoothly. They have great connections with reliable agencies in China and help you land a secure job. Although the salary is below average, it is still enough to live and spend freely and the security and reliability of the job is definitely a positive. I know many other teachers who found work in China by themselves and had bad experiences with dodgy employers and jobs that were not secure, which is not the case of TFT partners. Jaemi, the director of TFT, is also only a message away for any advice which is reassuring. Overall, I’ve made wonderful memories and friends in China and would recommend making the move for a new adventure!

I have loved my time teaching in Thailand!! The lifestyle and culture have my heart. The kids are wholesome and respectful and the co-teachers are filled with kindness . It's been a warm and inviting environment from the day I arrived in Thailand from the companies and locals. I also enjoyed orientation because it allowed me to make friends outside of my placement school. It's great because I have friends in other cities giving me a big excuse to go see them and explore different places.

If you're thinking about teaching in Thailand, do it!!! It's an experience of a lifetime.

I am so glad I chose to go through The Fewer Things programme to teach abroad in Asia. Before I even arrived I felt reassured as I was able to talk to Will and Molly from the team if I had any problems or questions. The group chat and orientation was a great opportunity to meet teachers before starting work and I couldn't have imagined moving abroad without the company of other teachers in the same boat.

I am living in a small city called Chachoengsao in Thailand and it has been nothing but an authentic experience of living amongst locals, eating Thai food and (trying) to learn the language. Before arriving here I didn't quite believe in the 'mai-pen-rai' way of life in Thailand, which means 'no worries' but my experience has been both adventurous and laid back. I am only an hour away from Bangkok and Pattaya in either direction, if I want to go to the city or the beach.

Overall, taking that first step of signing up to The Fewer Things from my laptop led to my whole life changing a few months later. Now I don't think there is any better feeling than the sun shining as you finish work on a Friday and feeling like you have a made a difference through teaching English, no matter how small.

I discovered TFT through word of mouth and was delighted with the support I received. Moving to Thailand to teach was a daunting thought, and the help from TFT made it seem so much easier. The group chat was exceptionally helpful, and I have met a best friend through there! The orientation was a great way to meet people and gather some essential skills for when beginning teaching, especially if have not had any teaching experience before. Ultimately, it is possible to sort a teaching position yourself, but the positives attained from the wealth of knowledge that TFT boasts is so desirable, and you will benefit by being placed in the right school and area for you.

I’ve started my ESL journey in Thailand late 2021, moved over to Vietnam at the start of 2023 and I’m now currently on my third programme in China which I’ve started in August 2024 all with The Fewer Things.

From day one I felt I was in right hands of guidance, support and more importantly trust as I live with autism, I struggled for years to get a full time job. My life has never been the same since and I am genuinely so grateful for the opportunities and support they offer for an exciting adventure.

An amazing experience, would definitely recommend!!! I came out by myself but have met amazing new people which has made the whole experience worthwhile. I have gotten to fully experience living in Hanoi which is incredible and it has solidified for me that I would like a career in teaching. Hanoi is an amazing base to be able to travel to different places in Vietnam, so far we have gotten to go to Ninh Binh, Cat Ba and Ha Long bay. It is also so easy to fly from to other countries.The company which TFT place you with is good, not amazing but it is good enough! I would recommend for solo travellers and couples.

I am almost mid-way through my teaching placement in Pattaya, Thailand and I am having the most amazing experience. I teach kids from ages 9 to 12 and my students have made my experience, they are the funniest children and I feel excited every morning to wake up, go to school, and teach! The work/life balance I have here is the best I have ever experienced, Thailand has many public holidays so even during term time I have been able to travel! Overall I am having a blast thanks to The Fewer Things!

I was super nervous to embark on my adventure in Thailand as it was my first solo trip; after thorough research, I discovered the reputable company 'The Fewer Things' and have not been disappointed. The Fewer Things has been there every step of the way, before my departure to Thailand, during and after! I feel delighted with the support I have received from this company. We had several webinars, the group chat was constantly filled with helpful information, links and general chit-chat and advice. Once I landed in Thailand, I met up with several people from the programme, I even met someone from the company on my flight! We enjoyed several adventures exploring Thailand before our placements began, so Thailand was already off to a great start! We had a teaching orientation, and The Fewer Things planned social events each night during the orientation course, so after the training, you had something to look forward to and further opportunities to make friends! I have felt immensely supported every step of the way; coming from someone very nervous about whether this was the right decision, I can confirm that choosing to kickstart my journey with The Fewer Things 100% was! I will be returning to them for my future teaching and travel adventures! Can't fault the company :)

I am currently 1 and a half months into my Thailand program and am having the best time. It is an amazing cultural experience and a great way to earn money abroad. The Fewer Things were really helpful in providing support on this journey and providing a great TEFL course. I am planning on trying to teach in a new country with TFT after Thailand. Once you have paid your initial program fees you have access to all the other programs. Also, this is a more affordable option than the companies other teachers came with, lots of other companies charge around £1000 and don’t offer the same level of support that The Fewer Things do!