This program places you in a community school in the Kathmandu Valley, working alongside local teachers to support English language learning for students aged 6 to 14. Many of these schools are under-resourced and rely on volunteers to run conversation classes, reading groups and creative activities that build students' confidence in speaking English.
You will live with a carefully vetted host family in a nearby village, sharing meals and daily life while getting an authentic look at Nepali culture. Weekends are free to explore Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Swayambhunath, Boudhanath Stupa, and Patan Durbar Square, or to join an optional weekend trip to Nagarkot for sunrise Himalayan views.
No teaching qualification is required , just patience, enthusiasm, and a willingness to adapt lesson plans to the classroom's needs. Our in-country coordinator provides a full orientation, teaching resources, and ongoing support throughout your placement.
Itinerary
A typical two-week placement runs Monday to Friday in the classroom, with orientation on arrival and free weekends for cultural exploration.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport where you'll be met by our coordinator and transferred to your host family. Evening orientation covering safety, culture, and program logistics.
In-country training on teaching methods and classroom management, followed by an introductory visit to your placement school to meet staff and students.
Start co-teaching English conversation and reading classes alongside your host teacher. Afternoons are spent preparing materials for the following day.
Free day to explore Swayambhunath, Boudhanath Stupa and Patan Durbar Square, or join the optional group trip to Nagarkot for sunrise Himalayan views.
Final day at school with a farewell gathering with students and staff, followed by transfer back to the airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
- Airport pickup from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
- Host family accommodation with 3 meals a day
- Pre-departure orientation and in-country training
- Teaching materials and lesson-planning support
- 24/7 in-country coordinator support
- Certificate of completion
- International flights
- Nepal visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and weekend excursions
FAQ's
No formal qualification is required. We provide a full in-country orientation and lesson-planning support, and you'll be co-teaching alongside an experienced local teacher throughout your placement.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Volunteers aged 16-17 can join with a parent or guardian, subject to approval by our program coordinator.
Yes. Host family accommodation and three meals a day are included in the program fee for the full duration of your placement.
Yes, most nationalities can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport for a small fee, or apply in advance through your local Nepali embassy.
We recommend routine vaccinations plus Hepatitis A and Typhoid. Please consult your doctor or a travel clinic 4-6 weeks before departure for personalized advice.
Equipment
- Teach English to primary and lower-secondary students
- Live with a local host family in the Kathmandu Valley
- Weekend access to Kathmandu's UNESCO heritage sites
- Optional sunrise trip to Nagarkot
- No TEFL certificate required
Reviews
Marco Bellini
I had zero teaching experience going in, but the orientation and materials they gave me made it easy to get started. The school really needed the extra help, and my weekends exploring Kathmandu and Nagarkot were unforgettable.
Priya Nair
Two weeks flew by faster than I expected , I wished I had booked a longer placement. The host family was wonderful and the local coordinator checked in on us regularly. Would love to come back and volunteer again.
