Teaching internship & TEFL Certification (Thailand, Vietnam, Europe, China, India)

Spent this summer in Thailand teaching at a school in HuaHin. This opportunity helped me grow as an individual and gain confidence. I was able to meet wonderful people and make new friends.
During weekends and national holidays we travelled to amazing cities throughout Thailand such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Krabi.
The people in Thailand are very friendly and welcoming which made this overall experience very memorable.
This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to travel and move abroad for a while and volunteer while also gaining and improving your social skills.

I had the best time on the short stay Thailand teaching programme. I absolutely loved my experience with Gotoco. From all the people I have met along the way to exploring different areas of Thailand, it has been incredible. The whole Gotoco team is lovely and very helpful throughout the whole process. I was lucky enough to meet some amazing people and make some great friendships. The orientation week activities (such as a meditation session with a monk) was great, I loved teaching the kids at my placement school and the chance to explore new areas of Thailand on the weekends was a major highlight for me. I was able to improve my flexibility, confidence and gain valuable teaching experience. Overall, my time in Thailand has been one of the best experiences of my life and I am very grateful to Gotoco for providing that opportunity with their funded flight and accommodation package. I would 100% recommend anyone that is thinking of teaching abroad to do it with Gotoco - they won't let you down!

I spent 8 weeks in Thai Binh city in the north of Vietnam. I taught around 20 hours a week to a range of ages, from kindergarteners (3-6) to post-university students (21+). This range of ages allowed me to teach in different styles and challenged me to adapt my teaching skills. Through the program I learnt invaluable communication skills and made great friends. I lived with 7 other teachers and we travelled together at the weekends exploring the beauty of Vietnam. Gotoco covered the cost of flights as well as accommodation and food for the duration of the teaching program as well as organising 5 days for an end of program trip.

This programme has made me so confident in my ability to engage in a professional and meaning life outside of the UK. I feel confident in immersing myself in a culture different to my own and be able to comfortably create a life for myself.
Being able to immerse myself in an authentic Colombian town and live a life here was amazing. I loved experiencing an education system that was very different to ours and sees children being more vocal and affectionate with their teachers. It was also amazing to learn how to salsa, engage in daily casual activities and explore different parts of Colombia. I met so many amazing people and made friends for life.

My favourite thing was living with a Vietnamese host as I constantly felt integrated into the cultural practices. She often told us a lot about the history and practices of her hometown and other places in Vietnam.

This was my first experience teaching and it has taught me important transferrable skills as communication, people management, and public speaking. Moreover, being immersed in a different culture completely has been an eye-opening experience which has broadened my worldview.

The application was fairly straightforward in terms of administration from the candidate's end. And GOTOCO were very helpful all steps of the way - I truly felt supported.

The experience was great. There was lots of support before we left, and tons of support during the course also. We were given training, support and guidance as to how to teach the kids, and were given a 2 week training course whilst in bali to ensure we knew what to do and how to handle classroom situations.

Overall, the Trinity CertTESOL work was straightforward to follow, and allowed you to reflect on your teaching and develop new ways to teach. The staff were all helpful, and always answered any questions we had.

I had an absolutely wonderful experience participating in the GoToCo Thailand TESOL program. From the moment I arrived in Thailand, I was captivated by the beautiful landscapes, rich culture, and warm hospitality of the Thai people.

One of the most rewarding aspects of the program was the opportunity to work with Thai children and witness the positive impact I was making on their English language skills. Teaching English as a second language was not only fulfilling but also incredibly gratifying. It was heartwarming to see the enthusiasm and eagerness of the students to learn, and their progress throughout the program was truly remarkable.

Aside from the teaching aspect, the program also allowed me to explore the diverse and enchanting country of Thailand during my free time. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the serene beaches of the southern islands, I had the chance to immerse myself in Thai culture, savor delicious local cuisine, and create lasting memories.

Overall, the GoToCo Thailand TESOL program provided me with an enriching and transformative experience. It not only deepened my appreciation for teaching and cultural exchange but also allowed me to develop a deeper connection with Thailand and its people. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a meaningful adventure that combines teaching, travel, and personal growth.

Teaching English with full funding in Bali was an incredible experience. Not only did I have the opportunity to immerse myself in the Balinese culture, but I also found immense joy in sharing my knowledge and language skills with eager and motivated students. The gotoco team were very helpful, and the accommodation and food provided were very good. Being able to travel around the island and having freedom on the weekends was a highlight of the experience, as we were able to see more of Bali and travel around the nearby islands.