- Uganda
- Kampala
About Program
The objective of this program in Uganda is to contribute to the development of under-resourced local schools and provide opportunities for Ugandans from disadvantaged backgrounds to receive a quality education. Teaching in a Ugandan school is a truly humbling experience and, although the students have experienced tough upbringings, they are extremely polite, cheerful and eager to learn.
Volunteers on the Teaching project are placed in Entebbe Road primary School or Bright Future Secondary School for high school teachers, where they work alongside local teachers. Typical subjects include English, Math, Sports, Science, History, Music and Social Studies. Students can range in age from 3 to 20 years old, depending on the school in which you are placed. As volunteers work with the support of UVF’s local team and placement staff, they do not need to be qualified or experienced teachers to participate.
Consider your impact: Volunteering abroad can be a rewarding experience for both volunteers and local communities, and at Go Overseas, we believe all volunteers should have the resources to make informed decisions about the type of volunteer project they want to partake in. However, despite best intentions, some organizations offering placements in orphanages may unknowingly place children in danger. You can read about the potential dangers of orphanage volunteering here.
Video and Photos
