Destination TEFL

Destination TEFL Reviews

Ceili
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Highly recommend!

If you're thinking of doing a TEFL abroad Destination TEFL is the way to go! I did the Bali course. Such a personal experience from beginning to end, with all the staff very responsive to any questions and so helpful.
Georgie, the course trainer, is amazing. She has so much experience and is very helpful and encouraging! She went above and beyond for all of us, and took time to get to know us all. She covered so much content in the 2 weeks of the fast track course. There was an in person placement in a local school and I was a bit nervous having the other people on the course watch my lessons and give feedback, but Georgie made it a safe space to share feedback with each other.
Destination TEFL recently moved from Canggu to Sanur, which I was initially disappointed with as I thought I'd be going to Canggu. However Sanur is the perfect place to do the course. It's that bit quieter which is ideal for getting work done. Cheaper than other places on the island too.
Great for making friends and I've made forever friends on the course from all over the world of all ages!
I have an online TEFL certificate and I'm a licensed primary school teacher so I did the 2 week fast track. But to be honest, I would highly recommend the full 4 weeks. There were so many gaps in my knowledge that the online TEFLS don't cover. Fast track is cheaper, but if you have the money you should do the full course, it will stand to you!
Thank you Georgie, Willie, Pingkan, and Rose-Anne!

Pros
  • Georgie the course trainer
  • In person placement in a local school
  • Great way to make friends
Kyle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Destination TEFL

If you are looking for a wonderful place to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate located in a fascinating location look no further. You will not be disappointed with Destination TEFL in Siem Reap, Cambodia. The trainer Tina is a wonderful educator, I don't have enough good words to describe her. Make no mistake, this course is difficult, you will need to use your time wisely. Nothing that is worth anything is easy! Buckle down, do the work, make some great friends from around the globe, and enrich the lives of wonderful children.

Toscane
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing course !

If you have the opportunity to do the course just go for it ! Not only are we able to obtain a teaching certification after one month of training, but we actually have the chance to do it with an amazing group and in the most amazing scenery of Bali !

You will have to work for it but I promise you that once you put yourself in the rhythm, it’ll pass really quickly. Before you know it, you will have the opportunity to teach English to different groups of children and young adults in different establishments (orphanage, primary school, touristic institutions). Imagine the amount of experience you’ll gather in only one month!
Overall I think that this certification is a great asset to have in your resume and will definitely help you reach your goal of wanting to teach English abroad ;)

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
I would definitely advise you to be focused on what is happening during the lessons from day 1. The danger would be to assume that the first few days seem easy, so you might tend to take it for granted and then ending up feeling stressed and overwhelmed when the course actually speeds up.
Frankii
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best TEFL course going!

If you’re reading this then this is your sign to do this course!
This course is perfect for you if you don’t fancy sitting behind a screen for 120+ hours to become a teacher!
I did a lot of research before choosing where to do my TEFL course and kept coming across Destination TEFL Bali. I strongly recommend doing this course because it has been exactly what I needed and I’ve had a lot of fun with it!
Matt is an amazing Trainer and kept it fun even when things got busy! He really helps and supports you through the course.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Get there before the course and explore!










Simon
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My Bali TEFL experience

I had a great experience on the course, destination TEFL Bali was a great way to get overseas and get qualified, you might even say it kills 2 birds with one stone. I couldn't recommend the course more, I've made some great friends and memories I'll never forget, and I can't wait for more to come.
Matt (the course leader) was amazing not only helping us on the course, but getting us out here and and helped out with day off ideas, couldn't have wanted anything more.
If it's something you're thinking of doing? Go for it, what could possibly go wrong!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Probably the maggot that was wriggling round on one of the oranges during quarantine, day 1 meal 1.
Louis
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

What are you waiting for?!

Sometimes you just look back and think, I regret doing this, but I don’t regret a thing with DestinationsTEFL. They were professional till the end. What this means is the people at DestinationsTEFL run a tight ship, you are expected to follow the rules and not make a mess of the training center nor yourself.They put in effort and assisted when things became stressful, like when my visa was not going to go through. They went with me to the immigration offices and talked to the officials. They kept track of all my business regarding my work and stay visas. Honestly I can’t recommend them enough. So what are you waiting for? Just apply

What was your funniest moment?
One day our Trainer Tina had us play a game based on question and answer for you to find a person who shares one of your experiences. The experience was based on cloths you’ve worn. This trainer goes up to the big burly American and wanting to show what happens if you have a experience that doesn’t match ask him: “have you ever worn a thong” the class erupts and goes bananas! The thing was after we all stoped laughing he looked appalled. Apparently not due to the question, because this man just replies, with the honesty of a saint, “yes I have”. Never in my life have I seen a trainer so taken aback and a class go this crazy. I still tease him about it. Best moment ever
Kayde
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Fulfilling

I didn't really know what to expect from the course but it has been fantastic!
Destination TEFL really do put you in a position where you feel comfortable to teach abroad.
They introduce you to the culture and you always feel like you are in a healthy environment

Well done Destination TEFL and thank you for the experience!

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Nailed it!!

Jeffrey
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Destination TEFL Thailand

I personally completed the Thailand program. I felt lead, supported, and prepared to teach my first class to ESL students. Destination TEFL Thailand is well worth the money for the culture, care, and education. Mitch is the leader who will build your confidence. He is authentic and wants to see his students succeed. I am grateful I found this program and made a few life long friends along the way. Thailand is a beautiful country to reside if you want to teach overseas. The food is spectacular. The people are wonderful.

What was your funniest moment?
Playing educational games with the students. They laughed, we laughed, it was great to watch them enjoy education.
Terry
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Cambodian classroom TEFL

The course is full on but very valuable for preparing potential teachers to be competent and confident in the classroom.
I joined half way through as I already had an online TEFL but I'd have rather done the whole month here.
It's so different learning online or in a classroom experience.
I highly recommend Destination TEFL.
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If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I'd complete the whole month long course, not the introductory course.
Terry
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very good!

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If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
Nothing