Location
Multiple Locations +8
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Romania
  • Poland
  • China
  • India
Length
120 hours
Training Type
Classroom

Program Details

Teaching Practicum
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Certifications
Online TESOL TEFL TEFL (Hybrid) TESOL
Housing
Apartment Host Family Hotel
Age Min.
18

Pricing

Starting Price
0
Price Details
We offer fee-free programmes, along with programmes with a low fee. Once on a programme, you always get these inclusions:
meals, accommodation, TEFL certification, visa support
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Meals Transportation Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare SIM cards Travel Insurance Visa
What's Not Included (Extra)

You'll need to cover your pre-departure costs (flights/trains, visas, vaccines, insurance)

Jan 13, 2025
May 15, 2025
35 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Looking for an affordable, short-term global TEFL adventure? Join Gotoco to teach, travel, and earn a TESOL qualification! Our programmes offer cultural exchange, professional growth, and the chance to make a positive impact—all with full support and TEFL training.

No teaching experience? No problem! We provide mentorship, cultural activities, and all the guidance you need. Choose from free and funded placements in China and India or affordable options in Thailand, Vietnam, and Europe.

Why Gotoco?
- TEFL Certification: Ofqual-accredited and globally recognised.
- Accessible: Free and budget-friendly programmes.
- Immersive: Teach and live in local communities.
- Comprehensive Support: Meals, accommodation, and training included.
- Career-Boosting: Gain a TESOL qualification and transferable skills.
- Global Network: Join 5,000+ Gotoco alumni worldwide.

From 3-week summer camps in Europe to 6-month placements in Asia, visit our website to find out more!

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Program Highlights

  • TEFL Certification: Globally recognised and Ofqual-accredited.
  • Accessible: Free and low-cost programmes for every budget.
  • Immersive: Teach and live in vibrant local communities.
  • All-Inclusive Support: Accommodation, meals, essential in-country travel and mentorship.
  • Career-Boosting: Gain hands-on teaching experience, a TESOL qualification, and transferable skills.

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Program Reviews

4.79 Rating
based on 689 reviews
  • 5 rating 80.12%
  • 4 rating 19.45%
  • 3 rating 0.15%
  • 2 rating 0.15%
  • 1 rating 0.15%
  • Instruction 4.6
  • Support 4.55
  • Value 4.85
  • Academic Rigor 4.3
  • Job Assistance 4.5
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Abigail
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A challenging and rewarding experience

The opportunity to live abroad and gain an amazing international qualification is something I would recommend to everyone! This is a very unique and rewarding experience for anyone looking to teach and travel.
Meeting people from all over the world was an eye opening and amazing experience as someone who has never travelled extensively before, let alone by myself. Additionally, being able to travel at the weekends to numerous parts of Germany and Austria was a real privilege and the beautiful cities and countryside are something I'll never forget!
I have gained invaluable teaching experience and seen what it is like to live in another country! It is nothing like anything I've done before and I can't wait to use my new qualification in the future.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
A pork knuckle!
Pros
  • Meeting people from all over the world
  • Meeting fellow Gotocoers
  • Learning how to manage a classroom
Cons
  • Living situation is a bit unpredictable
35 people found this review helpful.
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JINGJING
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A wonderful trip

I recently participated in a Gotoco TEFL project, and it was an amazing experience! The program provided a fantastic opportunity for personal growth and cultural exchange. Not only did I gain valuable teaching skills, but I also made lasting friendships with both the local participants and fellow volunteers. The team at Gotoco was incredibly supportive throughout the entire process, ensuring we felt well-prepared and comfortable.

I highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a meaningful travel experience combined with professional development. It's an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

36 people found this review helpful.
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Jamie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Gotoco - Germany (Frankfurt)

I have just completed 6 weeks teaching English in an overnight camp in Frankfurt and it ended up being my best summer yet! Rather than simply observing a classroom, I gained highly beneficial teaching experience from this programme including planning my own lessons and teaching 3 hours a day 9-16 year olds before taking them out on different excursions each day! This was all while being able to travel and experience a whole new country for very little cost, making unforgettable memories with amazing friends you meet from the programme, and receiving lots of support from the very friendly team at Gotoco. If you are unsure about teaching, want to travel and experience new cultures, want to build up your self confidence and meet amazing people, then I highly recommend one of Gotoco’s programmes!

Pros
  • International teaching experience
  • Very affordable
  • Traveling and meeting new people
34 people found this review helpful.
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Mariyum
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Gotoco Thailand Short Term Rural Programme

I had a very good experience with lots of support from the coordinator. You go with a cohort of 30/40 other 20 year olds. In the induction week you will get a chance to meet everyone and be given a lots of practising of teaching. You then randomly partnered up and spend 6 week sat the school. The placement is very random and varied. We had happened to have a very good accommodation and welcoming teachers. Largely speaking everyone had good hosts and living situations. You will spend lots of time at the school and become close with the students. Then the last few days we spent at the beach relaxing. There was some opportunity to travel as there where many long weekends but it depends where your geographically places. Overall very good project. Lots of personal growth and great way to experience the true culture of Thailand.

What was your funniest moment?
We had some really nights out with the teachers.
Pros
  • Great opportunity to teach aboard
37 people found this review helpful.
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Ayo
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great experience!

It was a really good experience. I made new friends and travelled to a country I would have never had the confidence to travel to alone. I loved the teaching and exploring aspect of it! It was also nice to have the opportunity to explore on weekends and over the bank holidays. The TEFL course is also good to help you think in a different way (although it doesn’t always directly linked to the children you teach). I think it is still handy to have for further teaching jobs. Would definitely recommend!

What was your funniest moment?
Teaching the children
Pros
  • There was free time to explore during weekends
  • The teaching aspect
  • Cultural immersion
Cons
  • Only do it if you’re open minded :)
38 people found this review helpful.
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Natasha
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great experience

I did a programme with ECC in August and it was a great way to spend my summer! Gotoco made teaching and travelling really accessible. I especially loved staying with host families - both of which I'd go back and visit. In the second camp I was really close to the children in my family which was lovely. It was also really nice having a big group of other tutors to support you. I saw so many places in Austria that I definitely never would have seen had I not done the programme. Would definitely recommend it as an exciting way to spend your summer!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Say yes to every new experience! You'll see and do so many cool things
Pros
  • Great way to experience teaching
  • Amazing staying with host families, who I'll definitely stay in contact with
Cons
  • Quite exhausting!
39 people found this review helpful.
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Ethan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Experience with Gotoco in Vietnam

I was fortunate enough to have a fully funded TEFL teaching internship in northern Vietnam with Gotoco. Overall I had a very positive experience and was generally well supported by the Gotoco team and local hosts. I had the opportunity to engage with a wide range of cultural and educational experiences, including travelling across the country and making local friends, with whom I'm still in contact. If you're interested, you should be aware that the programme is best for people who are willing to get stuck in to life in a very different place than where you would usually visit, and that (in my experience) the quality of the experience depends on how willing you are to immerse yourself and take risks.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Working with very young people who speak absoultely no English was at first a very daunting prospect, although this quickly became the highlight of my stay. The relationships I built, even with the 5/6 year old children were special to me and made leaving difficult.
Pros
  • Experienced life way off the beaten track
  • Developed applicable skills
  • Fully funded
Cons
  • May not always be fully funded
  • Not reccomended if you don't want to be challenged
35 people found this review helpful.
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Danyal
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Rural Program - Thailand

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35 people found this review helpful.

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