China Teaching Experience – Your Safe & Supported Route to China

I couldn't have asked for a better company to have gone with on this journey. You never feel alone, Andrew is always there ready to answer any questions or help you with anything for what literally feels like 24/7, 7 days a week!

The company is extremely professional and organized, they ensure you have everything you could possibly need in preparation and even once you're there.

I highly recommend TravelGrad to anyone thinking about doing something like this, you will not regret it... do not be scared! It's an experience of a lifetime.

I was very scared upon first signing up for the programme but the travelgrad team were absolutely amazing. I was in contact with Andrew and he ensured a smooth process throughout and gave me relevant and guided help whenever I needed it. He even spoke privately with my mother and helped her get some documents so I hope this gets passed to Andrew to tell him we are very thankful ! I highly recommend this opportunity for anyone who is unsure what they want to do or are looking for a new experience.

Really good experience so far, the program organisers were very helpful. There is a lot of support when you arrive, everything is explained and the people who receive you do a lot to make the process easy. Teaching in another country can be stressful, especially if colleagues don’t speak English, but there are enough people who do to help out and solve any problems. China is a very friendly country, people tend to want to help foreigners and are curious. It’s easy to make friends if you make the effort to be outgoing.

TravelGrad were an invaluable help when applying for my job in China. Andrew was always just a message away and always supported with finding job offers and VISA/culture questions. He always gave all the options along with the pros and cons of them all. TravelGrad also has a supportive community of former or current teachers to share their experiences about living and working in China, a few of who I have met since moving here. I do not think this process would have been possible without Andrew and his team’s guidance.

I am currently teaching IELTS English in China, Zhejiang, Ningbo.
Having seen a posting by TravelGrad online, I decided to apply and had a phone call with Andrew within the next couple days.
The process of going to teach in China is long, but TravelGrad were there to help every step of the way. TravelGrad found and arranged interviews with schools, detailed how exactly to apply for a Chinese Visa, and gave lots of more general life about living in China.
Given how complex the process of getting a job and a visa in China is, I highly doubt that I would currently be having such a great time in China now, if it wasn't for the efforts and help of the TravelGrad team, who were available 7 days a week, every week, if I needed their help.

In January, I was living and teaching in South Korea which was never part of my plans. I had an incredible time, but my original goal was to reach Shenzhen in China.

I've been living in Shenzhen for around 4 months now and what a life!! Hasn't been easy adjusting but it's worth it with an open attitude. The time you have for yourself here with working in a public school is unmatched, and almost unbelievable. Andrew is a mate, he's genuinely just on the other end of the phone and willingly helps in any way that he can with any concerns you might have.

Life in Shenzhen is so unique, I'm riding an electric scooter to commute to my job which only needs me 4 days a week for a few hours. It can be a proper challenge, managing 40-50 children in each given class but the balance comes with no office hours, banging free school lunches and a healthy payslip each month. I've made amazing memories and have a little family here now, and I'm not even halfway through this first year here. It makes me excited for the future, not anxious, not dread, not hopelessness (which is what the uk gives me lol).

My experience has been amazing and it’s all thanks to the support that TravelGrad has provided me with. The process of moving abroad can be extremely daunting but it was the most stress free experience for me. That was all because TravelGrad helped me through all the steps and guided me on how to do everything! I have only positive things to say about them and will always recommend them to anyone who wants to teach abroad! It is my second year working with TravelGrad and all the advice I was given was so personal and they really looked after all of us coming here.

I am grateful for the invaluable assistance provided by TravelGrad in facilitating my journey to teach abroad in China. TravelGrad's team displayed remarkable expertise in navigating the complex process of teaching in China. They guided me through the visa application process, offering clear instructions and guidance. Their thorough understanding of the requirements and procedures alleviated my anxiety about the aspects of moving to China. Communication with TravelGrad was consistently prompt and informative. They were readily available to address my queries and provide guidance at every step. The pre-departure resources provided by TravelGrad were invaluable. Their orientation materials offered a comprehensive overview of what to expect. In summary, TravelGrad has been a helpful partner in turning my dream of teaching in China into a reality. I recommend their services to anyone considering a similar venture. Thanks to TravelGrad, I am now embarking on a fulfilling journey of teaching, making new friends, and culturally exploring with confidence and excitement.