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
Apr 30, 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 687 reviews
  • 5 rating 80.2%
  • 4 rating 19.36%
  • 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 4.55
Showing 1 - 8 of 687 reviews
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Reena
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

GOTOCO VIETNAM

I recently completed the GotoCo TEFL teaching program in Vietnam. The overall highlight of my experience was being a teacher in Vietnam for three months. I was based in Thai Binh City, this was a very unique experience as it was off the tourist map and meant I experienced living and working as a local. The kindness of Vietnamese people and the children's willingness to learn cannot be unstated. Working with energetic kindergarten kids meant that the days were enjoyable and I was able to approach teaching from a fun perspective. Teaching is a very fulfilling role and seeing students progress made the days even more special. I taught a variety of ages, including older students which meant preparing them for their ILETS exams, which I recently found out one of my students passed! This was fantastic news for me and highlighted the positive impact teaching can have on student's lives. I would recommend Go to Co to people who are thinking about foregoing a career in teaching. The three month programme offers an authentic experience into what teaching as a foreign teacher is like day to day in rural Vietnam. Go to Co is a pathway opportunity to explore whether a teaching career is the right move, whilst also providing a chance to explore a new country and experience the rich culture South East Asia has to offer. One of my most enjoyable moments from the trip was completing the Ha Giang Loop with my Go to Co group. Travelling around the North of Vietnam on the back of a motorbike is an experience of a lifetime. Travelling on narrow mountain roads, villages in Ha Giang were beautifully unique and offered a window into life into rural Northern Vietnam.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
When walking in the streets of Thai Binh City, every local recognises you as a foreign language teacher and they are very happy to welcome you into their homes. One evening when walking back from New World English centre, a very kind family called me and another participant over and offered us Chung Cake to take away to eat, in celebration of the Tet new year festival. We were instructed to come back the following evening to share dinner with them. The following evening that same time, we went back to their home and they had prepared a feast of bun cha, chung cake, fruit and beer for us. We ate until we were full and shared stories about our time in Vietnam. They told us about their family life and made the evening very special. The generosity and sense of community in Vietnam was shown during this wonderful interaction and is a memory that is very special.
Pros
  • Rich Culture
  • Vibrant Communities
  • Incredible sightseeing opportunities
Cons
  • Long working days
  • Air pollution
  • Travelling to different schools
1 person found this review helpful.
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Emily
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Successful trip

I really enjoyed my time with Gotoco. I went away to Thailand last summer with them and it was an incredible experience. I got to meet so many people with similar interests as my own on the program who I made very strong friendship with and still see regularly in the UK. It was a wonderful opportunity to try lots of new food and put myself out of my comfort zone with new things. I also learnt lots and professionally developed from doing the TESOL course. I would really recommend Gotoco to everyone!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
I ate some mouse 😭😭
Pros
  • Great staff
  • Brilliant placements
  • Get to meet lots of people
Cons
  • Application process is a tiny bit slow
  • Not long enough!!
  • Too good
16 people found this review helpful.
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Charlotte
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

India Teaching and training

It has thrown me into the deep end of teaching and adapting to a new culture. I am more confident and capable of creating resources from scratch. I have learned a lot about teaching and how a school in India works. Learned so much here, can confidently walk into any classroom in the world to teach English. Shaped my cultural understanding of Kerala. Given me purpose and a direction in life.. lots of ups and downs but in the end, I made the most of it. The Onam festival at the start! Teaching the kids, and forming friendships with Gotoco peers. Cultural immersion was amazing with lots of dancing and singing. Made lots of friends and really enjoyed it. Taking ourselves out at weekends when to Alapuzha for my birthday and Munnar twice, varkala was great, sun bathed and swam in the sea. Explored Thrissur. Felt like home by the end.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
You have to be a certain kind of person, not for the weak… but if you can adapt, be positive and flexible then it's great!! Will say to my friends to apply but ask more questions about the details of the trip
Pros
  • Cultural immersion
  • Friends
  • Thorough teaching
Cons
  • Lack of support in country
  • Confusion over funding
  • Unclear expectations
17 people found this review helpful.
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Isaac
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Gotoco Kerala

I had a really good time on the Gotoco India programme - the culture, food, climate and lifestyle were amazing and I have never met friendlier people. Although teaching was hard at first, and sometimes tiring - especially juggling the TESOL at the same time - I found the learning curve enjoyable and the experience to be incredibly rewarding. The accomodation I was provided with was really good, and the stipend for food was a great help. I think that the programme represents a unique opportunity to experience 'real' Indian culture and give yourself a real challenge, making amazing memories along the way. Gotoco make the process from signing up to landing in India simple, and give useful pre-departure advice.

16 people found this review helpful.
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Emily
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Two Month China Placement - Highly Recommend!

Overall, I would highly recommend Gotoco for any young person on a budget who wants to travel, doesn’t want to get off the career ladder, and wants to feel like part of the local community and less like a tourist! By doing my placement in Dali, China, I got to see a part of the world that I hadn’t expected, and also get experience in a new career path. I think it was such good experience to show future employers that I’m resilient, bold, and independent! I built my leadership skills by teaching classes, communication skills with the school team, and lots of organisation skills through planning pre-departure and in country logistics. I’m so glad to have teaching experience now, as I got to use my degree in a practical way and can really consider teaching English in my future. The TEFL course provided is also structured really well and was a pleasure to learn. I also really enjoyed the outdoor activities with the school I was placed with, as the adventurous spirit of the school really made it exciting to teach there. The highlights for me outside school were travelling on the weekends, trying new foods, and making lifelong friends with my fellow Gotoco volunteers. Experiencing China was amazing as it's somewhere I feel like people don't travel to as often as Thailand or Vietnam, but the people are really friendly, prices very affordable, and the landscape is stunning. One memorable moment of my trip was taking an evening to myself when the others were busy to explore Dali solo after work, and this really pushed my confidence forwards. I got moments of a solo travel experience, but am so glad I was placed with others to give each other that support and connection while trying something new. It was also very reassuring to know I could contact the programme leaders at any time if any issues, questions or emergencies arose. Gotoco were a great company to work with, thank you for the adventure of a lifetime!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Stay open minded! The best part is the newness of it all, and Gotoco will do their best to place you somewhere that matches your skills and passions, so you’ll thrive.
Pros
  • Budget friendly
  • Great friendships to make
  • New work experience for CV
Cons
  • Working 9-5 and travelling on weekends sometimes tiring (but worth it)
  • Language barrier tricky
20 people found this review helpful.
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Henry
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Review of Thailand teaching fellowship

I enjoyed my teaching placement in Thailand. I was placed in a town off the beaten track and so was able to experience a more authentic version of Thailand that most foreigners don’t get to experience. It enabled me to immerse myself in the culture and language more, as there was less foreigners present and so I had to adapt. It was also an affordable area and I lived close to the school I was teaching in. The town of Surin was also a good launch pad to explore both north and south Thailand due to its location.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
The most unfamiliar thing I ate was frog on a stick.
Pros
  • Food is delicious
  • People are friendly and helpful
  • Food is cheap
Cons
  • The portion sizes for food are quite small
  • Not many places accepted Mastercard or visa from banks outside if Thailand
  • People here are rarely on time for anything. That goes for transport, teaching and various other things
17 people found this review helpful.
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Amelia
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

1 month teaching in Poland with TESOL qualification

I really loved my experience in Poland teaching abroad, it is one of the best things I've done in my life. The program allowed me to experience genuine friendships, encouraged me to solo travel, and grew my confidence massively. I met so many different people and worked with a wide age range of children. The cultural program was organized and allowed me free time to explore with my friends.

Pros
  • Experiencing a different culture
  • Lasting friendships
  • Solo travel
Cons
  • There was a long period of time from submitting my TESOL work to receiving the qualification itself and communication from the team about this was poor
24 people found this review helpful.
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Markus
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

China Hunan Winter Camp 2025

I had an incredible time during this program by Gotoco in January 2025 and I feel very grateful having gotten the opportunity to take part in it, even as a foreign national.

There are very few things I could critique about the program. The food was good, the accommodations were really nice, everyone was very friendly and supportive, and the program itself is very affordable as well. On top of that, you get fully TEFL certified on their online course!

You could really tell that everyone involved in the program was also 100% behind the project and working hard to make sure everything was fine and the program continuously improved.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don‘t think too much about it. If a programme seems interesting to you, just go for it, you‘ll definitely be fine!
24 people found this review helpful.

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